Pepsin is an enzyme from animal stomach lining, commonly porcine — not plant-based.
Pepsin is an enzyme from animal stomach lining, commonly porcine — not plant-based.
For Pepsin, The working verdict is haram (or not suitable) for the mainstream commercial product unless a certified exception is documented on the pack.
Stomach-lining enzyme — commonly porcine. Prefer fungal proteases in supplements.
If a certified pack is available, prefer it. If not, use the checklist above, re-read after any reformulation, and compare related pages in the Is it Halal? hub when similar ingredients appear on neighbouring products.
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