Islam Question and Answer - Use of pig byproducts

Sun 9/7/1434 - 19/5/2013

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Use of pig byproducts

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What is the ruling regarding using soap products (ex. hand and bath soaps) that contain pig (khanzeer) by-products or some of the ingredients in the soap originate from pigs.

Praise be to Allaah

You will find the answer to your question by reviwing question #210. In summery, the most accurate answer is that it is not permissible to use such soap or products.

Allaah knows best.

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Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid