Is Hershey's Chocolate Halal?
HALAL
The emulsifier polyglycerol polyricinoleate is made from fats that may be plant-based or animal-based, including pork; a vegetarian claim or plant-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; the processing does not change its ruling.
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Ingredients Analysis
Our AI analyzed the following ingredients in Hershey's Chocolate for halal compliance:
⚠️EmulsifierMUSHBOOH
⚠️Polyglycerol polyricinoleateMUSHBOOH
✅Soy lecithinHALAL
47 community scans · Moderate confidence
Votes: ✅ 16 Halal · ⚠️ 15 Mushbooh · ❌ 1 Haram
First checked: January 02, 2026 · Last checked: October 17, 2026
Scanned Ingredients
Sodium Total Carbohydrate 16g Dietary Fiber 2g 0% 6% 7% Total Sugars 13g Includes 13g Added Sugars 26% Protein 2g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% • Calcium 20mg 0% Iron 2.3mg 15% • Potassium 150mg 4% *The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. INGREDIENTS: SUGAR, CHOCOLATE, ALMONDS, COCOA BUTTER, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, MILK FAT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SUNFLOWER OIL, LECITHIN (SOY), PGPR, NATURAL FLAVOR. O D CONTAINS: ALMONDS, MILK, SOY. The Hershey Company Hershey, PA 17C33-0815, U.S.A. Mfd. in Mexico Ingredients) derived from a bioengineered source. CAREFUL: Small candy can be a toking hazard. Use caution when eating. Questions or comments? www.askhershey.com or 800-468-1714 Visit us…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hershey's Chocolate halal?
Hershey's Chocolate is HALAL. The emulsifier polyglycerol polyricinoleate is made from fats that may be plant-based or animal-based, including pork; a vegetarian claim or plant-source declaration would settle it. Jafari, Zaydi — their opinion: an unstated source does not have to be investigated, so it is…
Can Muslims eat Hershey's Chocolate?
Based on our ingredient analysis, Hershey's Chocolate is classified as HALAL. Yes, it appears permissible for Muslims. All identified ingredients come from halal-compliant sources. However, formulations can change, so always verify the packaging.
What ingredients are in Hershey's Chocolate?
Key ingredients analyzed: Emulsifier (MUSHBOOH), Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (MUSHBOOH), Soy lecithin (HALAL).
How many times has Hershey's Chocolate been checked?
Hershey's Chocolate has been scanned 47 times by the HalalCheck community. Vote breakdown: Halal: 16, Mushbooh: 15, Haram: 1. Confidence level: Moderate confidence.
