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What is the ruling of the Shariah regarding the use of perfumes or deodorants containing alcohol? Is it Halal, Makrooh, or Haram?

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The alcohol used in perfumes or deodorants is normally a synthetic alcohol, which is not impure (Najis) according to the prevailing view of Imam Abu Hanifa and his followers. Therefore, the external use of this type of alcohol is not Haram. However, its oral intake is still impermissible except in the cases of necessary medication.

By Mufti Taqi Usmani

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