Alcohol Derivative
Depends on Source
Alcohol-Extracted Propolis
A bee-derived supplement that is halal in itself, though its standard extraction process uses high-proof ethanol.
Why this is a critical point
Propolis (bee resin) is inherently halal, but the industry-standard extraction method uses 70–96% ethanol as a solvent (a tincture). The residual alcohol content of the finished product needs verifying so it does not qualify as intoxicating.
Also known as
Propolis extract, Tincture propolis, Ekstrak propolis
Commonly found in
Immune supplements, herbal mouthwash, traditional wound-care products.
Halal alternative
Water- or glycerin-based propolis extract, or alcohol-free propolis powder.
This information is educational guidance, not a fatwa or an official halal determination. A product’s final status can only be established through inspection by an accredited Halal Inspection Body (LPH) and a ruling from the MUI Fatwa Commission / Halal Product Fatwa Committee.
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