Why are "non-alcoholic wine, beer and spirits" considered non-Halal food?

According to the MUIS Fatwa Committee, there are two reasons: first, even if the product's alcohol content is very low (below 0.5%) or zero, or the alcohol has been removed, its manufacturing process is similar to that of alcoholic beverages, so even a small amount of alcohol that would not cause intoxication is forbidden; second, these products are sold in a manner similar to alcoholic beverages, and Halal regulations forbid similar events that may lead to forbidden activities (even if the item is permissible in its natural state). A product meeting one or both criteria is considered non-Halal for Muslim consumption.

Why Are "Non-Alcoholic Drinks (Wine, Beer, Spirits)" Considered Non-Halal for Muslim Consumption?

The MUIS Fatwa Committee notes:

1) Even if the product has a low alcohol content (below 0.5%) and/or zero alcohol content and/or its alcohol has been removed, the product's manufacturing process is similar to that of alcohol. Therefore, even though the small amount of alcohol in the product would not make a person drunk, it is still forbidden.

2) These products are sold in a manner similar to alcoholic beverages. Halal regulations forbid similar occurrences or events that may lead to forbidden activities, even if the item is permissible in its natural state. This is consistent with the principles of Halal regulations.

Therefore, products that meet the first or second criterion, or both, are considered non-Halal food for Muslim consumption.

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Why are "non-alcoholic wine, beer and spirits" considered non-Halal food?: According to the MUIS Fatwa Committee, there are two reasons: first, even if the product's alcohol content is very low (below 0.5%) or zero, or the alcohol has been removed, its manufacturing process is similar to that of alcoholic beverages, so even a small amount of alcohol that would not cause intoxication is forbidden; second, these products are sold in a manner similar to alcoholic beverages, and Halal regulations forbid similar events that may lead to forbidden activities (even if the item is permissible in its natural state). A product meeting one or both criteria is considered non-Halal for Muslim consumption.

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