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Mineral

Plain-language explanation

Talc is a soft mineral used as an anti-caking agent in powdered foods like rice and chewing gum to prevent clumping. It is a naturally occurring mineral, not derived from animal or microbial sources, so its halal status is generally not a concern. Major halal certification bodies like JAKIM, MUI, MUIS, ESMA, and HFA consider talc halal as long as it is pure and free from contamination. However, its halal status can be compromised if it is processed with non-halal additives or contaminated during manufacturing.