Halal Verified Database 2026

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Cities Covered
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How to verify halal status

Three simple steps to make informed food choices — free and instant.

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Type any product name, brand, E-number additive or restaurant chain into the search bar.

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Verify

Get instant halal status: Halal, Haram, or Mushbooh (doubtful) — with detailed ingredient analysis.

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Eat confidently

Make informed choices backed by certification data from official halal bodies worldwide.

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Products & Brands

Verify if your everyday groceries and favourite brands are halal certified.

5,500+ products
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Restaurant Chains

Check which fast-food chains and restaurants serve halal meat in your country.

98 chains
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E-Number Additives

E471, E120, gelatine — find out which food additives are halal, haram or doubtful.

170 additives
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Halal Near You

Find halal restaurants and shops in your city across the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Germany.

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Why check halal status?

Many everyday food products contain hidden animal-derived ingredients. Additives like E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) can come from pork fat, while E120 (carmine) is derived from insects. Without checking, it is nearly impossible to know.

Halal certification varies by country — a product certified in one market may not be in another. Restaurant chains like KFC or Subway may serve halal meat in some UK branches but not in the US. Our database tracks these differences so you do not have to.

What about “Mushbooh” ingredients?

Mushbooh means “doubtful” in Arabic. Some additives can be derived from either halal or haram sources. E322 (lecithin) might come from soy (halal) or eggs (halal) or animal fat (potentially haram). We flag these so you can make your own informed decision or contact the manufacturer.

View the full additives guide →

Frequently asked questions

What does halal mean?+

Halal is an Arabic word meaning “permissible” under Islamic law. For food, it means the product contains no pork, alcohol or other prohibited ingredients, and any meat has been slaughtered according to Islamic guidelines. Halal certification is issued by recognised religious bodies who audit the entire supply chain.

Is E471 halal?+

E471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) is classified as Mushbooh (doubtful). It can be derived from plant oils (halal) or animal fats including pork (haram). The only way to know for certain is to check with the manufacturer or look for halal certification on the product packaging.

How do you verify products?+

We cross-reference data from Open Food Facts, official halal certification bodies and manufacturer declarations. Each product is analysed for its ingredients, additives and certification status. Our database covers products sold in the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Germany.

Is KFC halal?+

It depends on the country and location. In the UK, over 100 KFC branches serve halal-certified chicken from the Halal Food Authority (HFA). In the US, KFC is generally not halal. Check our restaurant guide for specific branch information in your area.

What does Mushbooh mean?+

Mushbooh is an Arabic term meaning “doubtful” or “questionable”. In food context, it refers to ingredients or products whose halal status is uncertain — they could be halal or haram depending on the source. When in doubt, many Muslims choose to avoid Mushbooh items as a precaution.

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Data sources: Open Food Facts · Official Certification Bodies