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Is Lecithin halal?

Lecithin is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A phospholipid emulsifier typically from soy or sunflower. Plant-derived in pharmaceutical use; egg lecithin (also halal) used in some IV emulsions.

Emulsifier · Confidence: High

Also known as: soy lecithin, sunflower lecithin, E322

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What it is

A phospholipid emulsifier typically from soy or sunflower.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it's here

Stabilizes liquid medicines and softgel fills.

See:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Why it may matter

Plant-derived in pharmaceutical use; egg lecithin (also halal) used in some IV emulsions.

Source:FDA Inactive Ingredient Database (IIG)

Common sources
  • Soybean
  • Sunflower
  • Egg yolk

Questions to ask

  • Is the lecithin from soy, sunflower, or egg?

Allergen tags

This excipient is sometimes flagged for the following allergen categories. Separate from halal status.

  • Egg — Lecithin
  • Soy — Lecithin

Reason codes

plantDerived

Evidence & citations1

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Common questions

Is Lecithin halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Lecithin as HALAL (High confidence). Plant-derived in pharmaceutical use; egg lecithin (also halal) used in some IV emulsions. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Lecithin used for in medicines?
A phospholipid emulsifier typically from soy or sunflower. Stabilizes liquid medicines and softgel fills.
What are common sources of Lecithin?
Common sources include: Soybean; Sunflower; Egg yolk. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Is the lecithin from soy, sunflower, or egg?
Ask your pharmacist or prescriber. RxHalal lists this because Lecithin is halal in our cited database.

Medicines using this excipient

1 total0 halal1 uncertain0 concern

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Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.