Yes, many KitKat products, especially those made in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and the Middle East, are Halal certified or suitable, but it depends heavily on the specific product and country, as some Japanese flavors contain alcohol (like sake) and U.S./U.K. lines might share equipment. Look for official Halal certification logos (like from JAKIM or HAC) or check Nestlé's local Halal lists for confirmation.
Contains chocolate, wheat, milk and soy ingredients; no pork, gelatin, non‑permissible enzymes or alcohol listed. Emulsifier is soy‑derived and colorings are plant/yeast based, so ingredients are permissible (Halal).
Yes, all our Kitkat Products are suitable for Lacto-Vegetarians.
Our Allen's lollies aren't Halal certified. However, we use Halal beef gelatine in our lollies (with the exception of Allen's Sour Randomz which contain pork gelatine).
Most KitKat varieties use soy lecithin (halal), but if it's animal-derived, it can be haram. ⚠️ Cross-contamination is also a concern if the same lines are used for non-halal products. However, Nestlé maintains dedicated halal lines with thorough cleaning protocols for certified batches.
Yes. Nestlé has an official halal list in Australia that includes KitKat, Aero, Smarties, and Milkybar.
As of April 2019, KitKat Gold, KitKat Chunky Caramel and KitKat Dark are also Halal certified.
Unfortunately, our KitKat® 2 Finger White Chocolate bars are not suitable for someone who follows a vegan lifestyle.
Hershey's Kit Kat Crisp Wafers in Chocolate contain sugar, wheat flour, cocoa butter, nonfat milk, chocolate, refined palm kernel oil, lactose (milk), milk fat, contains 2% or less of: soy lecithin, PGPR (emulsifier), yeast, artificial flavour, salt, and sodium bicarbonate.
Are your noodles vegetarian? Maggi® Instant Noodles are vegetarian, kosher and halal-certified!
KFC in Australia is not universally halal, but many locations use chicken from suppliers like Steggles and Lilydale that are certified halal, meaning the meat itself is processed according to Islamic law. However, most individual stores aren't fully certified due to potential cross-contamination with non-halal ingredients or practices in the kitchen, so you need to check with specific locations or use Halal Advisor for certified stores, as only a few truly offer halal-certified food.
Look out for any suspicious ingredients or alcohol-based flavourings. Go dark: Dark chocolate and vegan options are often safer bets. They typically contain fewer additives and are less likely to include animal-derived ingredients.
The chocolate bar was invented in 1847 by Joseph Fry, a British chocolatier. 🍫 Joseph Fry discovered that by mixing cocoa butter, cocoa powder, and sugar, he could create a moldable chocolate paste, which he then pressed into a bar shape.
Look for halal certification from a recognized authority on the product label, such as the AHF halal logo. Halal-certified products often specify “halal gelatin” or list the source as bovine or fish. Contacting the manufacturer for clarification can also help.
Unexpected foods that may contain pork include certain baked goods, such as bread and pastries that use lard, some dairy products like cheese with pork-derived enzymes, candies and gummies with gelatin, flavored chips, soups and broths with pork-based flavorings, and certain sauces like Worcestershire or gravy.
KitKat bars sold in the US are halal by nature, which means they do not contain any haram ingredients. Hershey's have confirmed that KitKat is not yet halal-certified, but that doesn't mean KitKats are haram. All of their ingredients are always available on the packaging, and if you want you can also check it online.
Nestlé is not directly part of the BDS movement's core focus. However, its connection to Osem, a major Israeli food company, has drawn criticism. In 2016, Nestlé purchased full ownership of Osem in a deal worth $840 million, strengthening its business ties in Israel.
Are KitKat® Chunky Milk bars suitable for vegetarians? Our KitKat® Chunky Milk bars are suitable for vegetarians.
Halal is Arabic for permissible. Halal food is that which adheres to Islamic law, as defined in the Koran. The Islamic form of slaughtering animals or poultry, dhabiha, involves killing through a cut to the jugular vein, carotid artery and windpipe.
Pork-derived gelatine is widely used in gummies, jellies, and foams, but is not Halal. No alcohol-based flavourings – Any sweet containing ethanol or alcohol-based extracts is unsuitable. Halal-certified beef gelatine only – If gelatine is used, it must come from animals slaughtered according to Islamic principles.
M&M'S are not certified as Halal or Kosher. However, they do not contain any pork-based ingredients. In general, M&M'S are suitable for vegetarians. Please note, however, that red M&M'S contain a non-vegetarian colouring.
Is KFC chicken in Australia halal? Halal certified chicken is consumed in some KFC outlets, although not in the majority of their outlets.
The Maggi Chicken Instant Noodles 2-Minutes Soup With Spices is a halal-certified food product that serves 5 or more individuals. This Asian-inspired meal contains curry and chicken flavors, offering a nutritious and satisfying option for main meals.