Q&A From the OK Consumer Hotline

A Me’ikar hadin, it seems that one may use mouthwash without a hechsher. Several considerations support this: mouthwash is not considered edible, it is not intended to be swallowed, and any potentially problematic ingredients are likely botul.

However, it is considered a worthwhile chumra to use a mouthwash that has a hechsher, or at least one that does not contain glycerin. Glycerin can be derived from non-kosher sources, and some authorities have suggested that it may pose a concern even in the context of mouthwash.

For Pesach, however, many are more careful and use only mouthwash certified kosher for Pesach.

At OK Kosher’s Community Outreach Division, we are always accessible and available to answer our consumers’ many kashrus-related queries and questions.

Whether through WhatsApp at 929-99-ASK-OK, email at [email protected] or by phone at 718-756-7500, our on-call rabbis and kashrus experts are there to patiently answer and provide guidance.