Some ingredients may naturally contain trace alcohol due to traditional manufacturing methods (such as fermentation). In such cases, we verify that no alcoholic beverages are used or added during production. Only alcohol not originating from alcoholic drinks may be considered acceptable.

Animal-derived ingredients” do not include seafood, dairy products (such as milk or cheese), or eggs. This term refers specifically to pork-based ingredients (e.g., pork or lard), other non-halal animals, and halal animals that were not slaughtered in accordance with Islamic guidelines, such as chicken or beef.

Ingredients commonly considered questionable, including gelatin, shortening, and emulsifiers, are carefully reviewed and accepted only if their plant-based or vegetable origin is verified.