Ruffles are halal if they are made from rice, potatoes, corn, and other vegetable oils. However, if the chips are made with animal fat or lard derived from a non-halal animal source such as pork or beef then the chips will be haram.
So, are Ruffles halal?
Ruffles chips are halal because they are fried in vegetable oil. The source of the vegetable oil is not given by Frito-Lay on its website. However, a representative for Frito-Lay stated that the vegetable oil is derived from canola and/or corn.
Why are Ruffles halal?
Because they are made with vegetable oil. If the vegetable oil is derived from canola or corn then the chips are halal. However, if the vegetable oil is derived from pork, beef or other non-halal animal sources then the chips will be haram.
Are Ruffles Flamin Hot halal?
Yes. Because they are fried in vegetable oil. However, if they contain any animal fat/lard then it is haram.
So, yes, Ruffles Flamin Hot are halal but you have to be careful about the ingredients of the flavoring-type oil and do not buy them if you have been offended by non-halal food items. The flavoring is made with pork fat.
Are Ruffles BBQ flavored chips halal?
Yes. Because they are fried in vegetable oil. However, if they contain any animal fat/lard then it is haram.
Ruffles BBQ flavored chips are halal but you have to be careful about the ingredients of the flavoring-type oil and do not buy them if you have been offended by non-halal food items. The flavoring is made with lard or pork fat.
Does Ruffles have pork?
No. It does not have pork flavoring. Because the flavoring that is added to the chips is vegetable based, such as corn or canola oil, then it is halal.
Does Ruffles have alcohol?
No. It does not contain alcohol. Because it is made with vegetable oil, such as corn or canola oil, then it is halal.
What are the ingredients?
The ingredients for Ruffles chips include rice, water, cornstarch, sugar and salt. They contain no animal fat or lard. However, they can be flavored with haram ingredients.
How can I be sure that the vegetarian oil is free of any animal derived ingredients?
The vegetable oil is derived from corn or canola. If the vegetable oil is made with pork fat or lard then you should not eat it. Otherwise, there is no harm in eating it.
Are Ruffles vegan?
Yes. Based on the information submitted by Frito-Lay, all chips manufactured and sold in the United States are certified as vegan.
Are there any Muslims that believe Ruffles are haram?
Yes. There are Muslims that believe that Ruffles chips are haram because they have pork in them.
There is a controversy among Muslims about the ingredients of some foods due to the processes required to make them.
Because of this controversy, many Muslim consumers have asked food manufactures to provide a halal certification on their products. Some companies provide it, such as Heinz Ketchup, while others do not.
Quran 5:3-4:
Ibn Kathir, in his Tafsir, states that “the meat of a dead animal is forbidden for the Muslim. The same is the case with the blood of an animal.”
Are is Ruffles Cheddar and Sour Cream Halal?
Yes. Ruffles Cheddar and Sour Cream chips are halal. They do not contain any haram ingredients.
Is Ruffles Sour Cream and Onion Halal?
Yes. Ruffles Sour Cream and Onion chips are halal. They do not contain any haram ingredients.
Is Ruffles Sour Cream and Bacon Halal?
Yes, Ruffles Sour Cream and Onion chips are halal. They do not contain any haram ingredients.
Is Ruffles Chips Halal In Singapore?
Yes, Ruffles Chips are halal in Singapore. They do not contain any haram ingredients.
Are All Dressed Potato Chips Considered Halal?
Yes, Ruffles All Dressed Potato Chips are halal. They do not contain any haram ingredients.
Conclusion: Is eating Ruffles Halal or Haram?
Muslims should follow the dietary practices of their local Muslim leaders. In inquiring about the ingredients of Frito Lay’s Ruffles chips, Muslims should look for a halal certification, if one exists.
Since there is no halal certification available on the packaging, Muslims will need to research and follow guidance from their local Muslim leaders in their country concerning this issue.
There are people who claim that Ruffles products are made with pork products or “pig skin” ingredients at the plant. They support their claims by providing photographs and videos of raw potatoes being washed after the peeling process, to remove excess starch and dirt.
They claim that the potatoes being washed are processed using a machine that is used to process pork products, thus meaning that pork products are used as a part of Ruffles’ manufacturing process.
Similarly, potato starch may be used in the production of Ruffles, but there is no evidence to suggest that this source of starch is pork-based.
Comments from our readers…
“I was eating Ruffles chips today. I took a few sips of Diet Coke and I spat it out because it was so salty. This is the same salty taste that people claim when they have been drinking beer. So, are Ruffles halal or haram? – Karim, Ontario, Canada”
“Ruffles are kosher according to the Jewish dietary laws. According to our Rabbi at the Baden Ohel Synagogue, they are Kosher because they use a non-halal fat source (canola oil) and also have a processing machine that is used to process pork.” – Shammai Ben-Chaje, Baden, Germany
“I am a Muslim and I use to eat Ruffles. However, I was forbidden by my Imam (religious leader) to consume the chips because the manufacturing process of Ruffles may involve pork, even though there is no pork listed on the ingredients list. Therefore, according to Islamic law, I am no longer allowed to eat them.” – Adeel Ahmed, London
“My daughter loves this halal chips. I’ve been told that they contain pork fat and other animal-derived ingredients. Is this true?” – Stacey, Canada”
“Ruffles are halal. The flavoring is plant based so there is no pork or non halal animal fat used in the manufacturing process.” – Huda, Los Angeles
Many readers expressed concerns about the ingredients of Ruffles halal chips. Our research shows there is no pork based flavoring or pork skin in these products.
