Is Haribo Halal?

The short answer

The everyday Haribo you find in US stores, including Gold-Bears and the rest, is made with pork gelatin and is not halal. Haribo also makes a separate halal-certified range for certain countries. So the answer really depends on which bag you are holding.

Why isn't standard Haribo halal?

Haribo's chewy texture comes from gelatin. Its main range uses gelatin made from pork, which the great majority of scholars consider haram. This applies to the standard bags sold in the United States and Western Europe.

What is the Haribo Halal line?

Haribo makes halal-certified gummies, mainly in Turkey, and sells them through halal and import stores. These bags carry a green "Halal" flag on the package and use certified beef gelatin instead of pork. They are a truly different product from the standard bags, even when the shapes look exactly the same.

How can you tell which Haribo you have?

• Look for the green "Halal" symbol on the front of the bag.
• Check the ingredients for pork gelatin, which is not halal, or certified beef gelatin.
• Check where it was made. The certified line is usually made for Turkey and nearby countries.

What are some halal alternatives to Haribo?

If you cannot find the certified Haribo line, look for gummy brands made to be halal. Gummies without gelatin, which are set with pectin or starch instead, also avoid the animal-source question completely.

Common questions

Are Haribo Gold-Bears halal in the US?

No. The standard US Gold-Bears use gelatin made from pork.

Does Haribo make halal sweets?

Yes. Haribo makes a halal-certified line with a green "Halal" label. It is sold mainly in Turkey and parts of Europe and the Middle East.

How can I spot halal Haribo?

Look for the green "Halal" symbol and for certified beef gelatin in the ingredients, instead of pork gelatin.

Can I buy halal Haribo in the US?

Sometimes. Halal and import stores, and some online sellers, stock the certified line. Always check for the green "Halal" symbol on the bag.