The short answer
Likely permissible, but uncertified, with one open ingredient. Classic Twizzlers twists contain no gelatin — their chew comes from wheat flour and cornstarch — and they are generally considered vegan. The unresolved point is glycerin: Hershey does not state whether it is plant or animal-derived, so strict consumers treat it as doubtful. Twizzlers Gummies are a different product and do contain gelatin. There is no halal certification, so it comes down to your standard.
The classic twists are reassuring
The iconic Twizzlers twists get their chew from enriched wheat flour and cornstarch — not gelatin. With no gelatin and no obvious animal-derived components, they are generally considered vegan and clean on the big questions.
The one open ingredient: glycerin
The unresolved point is glycerin, a humectant in Twizzlers. Glycerin can be plant, synthetic or animal (including pork) derived, and Hershey does not specify the source. Some reports say Hershey uses vegetable glycerin, but without confirmation or certification it cannot be guaranteed — so strict consumers treat the glycerin as the doubtful point. (See our glycerin page.)
Don't confuse twists with Gummies
| Product | Gelatin? | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Twizzlers twists (classic) | No — wheat/cornstarch | Likely fine; glycerin unconfirmed |
| Twizzlers Gummies | Yes — gelatin | Treat like any gelatin sweet |
Twizzlers Gummies are a fundamentally different product and do contain gelatin — do not assume they share the twists' status.
How to decide
- Classic twists: no gelatin, generally vegan → acceptable to many; the glycerin source is the one caveat.
- Strict view: unconfirmed glycerin + no certification → treat as doubtful.
- Twizzlers Gummies: contain gelatin → doubtful unless the source is confirmed.
Common questions
Do Twizzlers have gelatin?
The classic twists do not (wheat flour and cornstarch). Twizzlers Gummies do contain gelatin.
Is the glycerin in Twizzlers halal?
Unconfirmed — Hershey does not state whether it is plant or animal-derived, which is the one doubtful point.
Are Twizzlers vegan?
The classic twists are generally considered vegan (no gelatin or dairy), though the glycerin source is unconfirmed.
Are Twizzlers halal-certified?
No — Twizzlers carry no halal certification, so it comes down to your own standard on the glycerin.
The bottom line
Classic Twizzlers twists have no gelatin and are generally vegan, so many consider them acceptable — the one caveat is the unconfirmed glycerin source, and there is no certification. Twizzlers Gummies do contain gelatin. Check the product and your standard.
Sources
Where this answer comes from — check them yourself.
- Twizzlers / The Hershey Company — official product & ingredient informationChecked June 22, 2026
- American Halal Foundation — Is glycerin halal?Checked June 22, 2026
Related questions
We present the evidence we found and when we checked it — we do not issue Islamic rulings. Practices and formulations change, so confirm directly before you rely on this. You decide.
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