Hey Kosher reading of Leviticus 11 on gelatin
Gelatin from a pig is from an unclean animal. Gelatin whose source is not stated is usually porcine or bovine, so we ask you to check the source rather than guess.
Leviticus 11:7-8 applied to derivatives
How this shows up in a verdict
When the Biblically clean lens is selected and a product’s label touches gelatin, the verdict cites this record. The verdict carries this as context rather than a decision.
Other traditions on gelatin
Gelatin is so thoroughly transformed from its source that it is no longer considered the forbidden substance. The CJLS accepts gelatin from any source as kosher and pareve.
Isaac Klein, "The Kashrut of Gelatin," Responsa and Halakhic Studies (1975)
Gelatin of unstated source and other animal derivatives are marked for a closer look until the MJRC states a position. Porcine gelatin is treated as unclean.
Open question submitted to the MJRC
Hey Kosher summarizes published positions so shoppers can see the reasoning behind a verdict. It is not a halakhic authority; the cited body has the final word.