What are Takis?
In this blog post, we will discuss the question: Are Takis Halal?
Takis are Mexican snacks that were invented in 1998. They were introduced in the United States in 2006 and in Canada in 2015. The owner of Takis is the Barcel company and it is the most famous snack brand in Mexico.
This snack is popular in other countries as well, like the United States and Canada. It is famous among both young and adult people due to its spiciness.
The question is whether Takis are halal for Muslims. Can they eat it?
Are Takis Halal?
No, Takis are not considered halal according to Islamic scholars and organizations. Takis do not have any halal certification. When it comes to the matter of whether Takis are halal or haram, even the company is unsure.
Takis contain animal-derived enzymes, which may come from haram animals. So, we cannot definitively say whether Takis are halal or not because they do not have any halal certification from Islamic authorities.
Some people argue that Takis contain only corn masa flour, vegetable oil, seasoning blends, and artificial flavors.
It’s important to remember that the brand itself has stated that their products are not certified halal due to the complexities and difficulties of making halal products.
They also mentioned that they do not use any haram animal ingredients in their products. However, since they do not have any halal certification, we cannot consider them halal.
Why Should We Avoid Eating Takis?
When there is no clear statement about whether Takis are halal or haram, it is better to avoid this snack. There are several reasons to avoid Takis:
- Uncertainty: The company itself is unsure about their product. On one hand, they state that their products are not halal, but on the other hand, they claim that their products do not contain any haram ingredients.
- Cross-Contamination: Even if they did not use any haram ingredients in making Takis, there is a risk of cross-contamination with haram products during packaging or production.
- Lack of Halal Certification: Takis do not have any halal certification from Islamic authorities.
Islamic teachings advise us to avoid doubtful matters. Since there is no guarantee that Takis are halal, it is better to avoid this snack. Instead, try other snacks that are certified halal according to Islamic studies and organizations.
Which Flavor of Takis is Considered Halal?
Although Takis are not considered halal according to Islamic organizations, some people believe that the Takis Fuego flavor is halal, as this flavor does not contain enzymes derived from animals but has the same ingredients as the other flavors.
However, the company itself is not considered halal because they do not have any halal certification. Additionally, there is also a risk of cross-contamination, as the manufacturer has stated that their products are not halal.
In my opinion, you should avoid eating Takis, regardless of which country you are in.
FAQs:
Q: Are Takis haram in Canada?
Yes, Takis are haram in Canada.
Q: Is Takis halal in the USA?
No, Takis are not halal in the U.S.
Q: Are Red Takis haram in Islam?
Yes, Red Takis are haram in Islam.
Q: Are Takis actually halal?
No, Takis are not halal.
Q: Is Takis Fuego halal?
Some People argue that Takis Fuego is halal because it does not contain any animal derived Enzymes. But manufacturer claims that their products are not halal. They also does not have any Halal Certification. So, we cannot consider it halal.
Q: Why are Takis haram?
Takis contains enzymes that are derived from Haram animal. That’s why they are considered halal.