What is the ruling on what was declared in a conference held in the United States where among its recommendations was a warning against some products that contain pork? These products include soap, toothpaste, cheese, etc. Please advise us with regard to these products.
A: Many questions about this conference and these products were referred to us and to the authorities concerned in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. I replied that nothing has reached us here. Since we do not have any proof that contradicts the response of the authorities to those who claim that some imported products contain pork or its fats, the original ruling is that it is permissible until proven otherwise.
O you who believe (in the Oneness of Allâh Islâmic Monotheism)! Eat of the lawful things that We have provided you with, and be grateful to Allâh, if it is indeed He Whom you worship.