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Is it permissible to use handwash containing glycerin? What should I do if I am unsure if the source for the glycerin is from vegetables or animals?

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Is it permissible to use handwash containing glycerin? What should I do if I am unsure if the source for the glycerin is from vegetables or animals?
Sayyed Mohammad Al-Musawi, Sayyed Mohammad al-Musawi is originally from Iraq and heads up the World Ahlul Bayt Islamic League in London. Other than being involved in various humanitarian projects, he frequently responds to... Answered 4 years ago

It is permissible to use any type of hand wash or ointment etc even if it contains Najis item, provided that you wash your hands before performing Wudhu and Namaz in case you are definitely sure that it does contain Najis material. If you are not sure that it contains Najis material, then you can take it as Taahir.

Wassalam.