Question:
Dear Rabbi,
I hope this message finds you well.
I am writing to seek your guidance on the kosher status of a supplement I am considering using. The product is 100% pure pearl powder, sourced from clams and processed using air compression to enhance bioavailability. The manufacturer notes that it contains no fillers or preservatives and is sustainably harvested in small batches.
Since clams are not kosher, I wanted to understand whether pearl powder derived from them may still be considered permissible under Jewish law—particularly given its use as a mineral supplement and the extensive processing it undergoes.
Would a product like this be acceptable, or would its non-kosher origin render it prohibited, even in its powdered form?
I came across a discussion on your site (https://dinonline.org/2016/02/05/eating-pearl-powder/) indicating that pearl powder may be permissible, but I wanted to confirm with you directly. The product I’m referring to is the following, which appears to offer many potential health benefits:
https://cultivateelevate.com/freshwater-pearl-powder-200grams/
I would greatly appreciate your insight or any resources you could recommend.
Warm regards,
Answer:
Hello,
Although there is some controversy about this, if you need it, you can rely on the opinions who say that itis permitted.
Best wishes
