Is Hershey's Chocolate Bar Halal?
MUSHBOOH
It contains an E471-type emulsifier whose fat source can be plant-based or animal-based, including pork; a plant or halal source declaration would settle it.
Jafari, Zaydi — their opinion: an unstated source does not have to be investigated, so it is allowed.
Hanafi, Shafi, Maliki, Hanbali, Ibadi — their opinion: the fat could be pork, so a plant or halal source is needed and it should be avoided without one.
Follow your own scholar.
Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients in Hershey's Chocolate Bar for halal compliance:
✅PGPRHALAL
✅Artificial ColorHALAL
7 community scans · Low confidence
Votes: ✅ 0 Halal · ⚠️ 6 Mushbooh · ❌ 1 Haram
First checked: June 28, 2026 · Last checked: October 17, 2026
Scanned Ingredients
agsenngs per container
Serving size
2 pieces (26g)
Calories
per serving
130
COiTAINS: MILK, WHEAT, SOY.
Fat 7g
Saturated Fat 4.5g
Trans Fat Og
Cholessterol Omg
Sodium 50mg
INGREDIENTS: SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL (M OIL, SHEA OIL,
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Total Sugars 130
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Protein 1g
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hershey's Chocolate Bar halal?
Hershey's Chocolate Bar is MUSHBOOH. It contains an E471-type emulsifier whose fat source can be plant-based or animal-based, including pork; a plant or halal source declaration would settle it. Jafari, Zaydi — their opinion: an unstated source does not have to be investigated, so it is allowed. Hanafi, Shafi…
Can Muslims eat Hershey's Chocolate Bar?
Based on our ingredient analysis, Hershey's Chocolate Bar is classified as MUSHBOOH. It is doubtful — some ingredients may come from either halal or non-halal sources. Islamic scholars generally advise caution. Consult a halal authority or contact the manufacturer for clarification.
What ingredients are in Hershey's Chocolate Bar?
Key ingredients analyzed: E471 (MUSHBOOH), PGPR (HALAL), Artificial Color (HALAL).
How many times has Hershey's Chocolate Bar been checked?
Hershey's Chocolate Bar has been scanned 7 times by the HalalCheck community. Vote breakdown: Halal: 0, Mushbooh: 6, Haram: 1. Confidence level: Low confidence.
