Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 8, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is KALA BIO, Inc. (KALA) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, KALA BIO, Inc. passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates KALA BIO, Inc. (KALA) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 8, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/KALA
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding KALA
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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KALA: Is KALA BIO, Inc. Halal?
KALA BIO, Inc.
$0.29
Market Cap: 5.7M
Screened on a market cap of 8.2M
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About KALA BIO, Inc.
Kala Bio, Inc. functions as a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the creation and commercialization of new therapeutic solutions. The core of their strategy involves utilizing proprietary nanoparticle technology, specifically mucus penetrating particles (MPPs). Initially, their focus for these treatments is directed towards ophthalmic diseases. The company was established in 2009 by co-founders Justin Hanes, Robert S. Langer, and Colin R. Gardner, and its headquarters are located in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Biotechnology
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 355.2% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
- Interest-bearing deposits are over the 30% limit.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since Aug 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since Aug 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.
