Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 19, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is Medline Inc. (MDLN) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Medline 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 Medline Inc. (MDLN) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 19, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/MDLN
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 MDLN
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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MDLN: Is Medline Inc. Halal?
Medline Inc.
$35.96
-1.67%
Market Cap: 31.5B
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About Medline Inc.
Medline Inc. is a global manufacturer of medical and surgical products, catering to a broad spectrum of healthcare providers. Their clientele includes hospitals, surgical centers, physician practices, post-acute care facilities, and nursing homes, both domestically and worldwide. The company's operations are divided into two primary divisions: the Medline Brand and Supply Chain Solutions. The Medline Brand division focuses on the production and sourcing of its proprietary medical products, categorized into three key areas: Within Frontline Care, Medline provides a wide array of patient-facing medical and surgical items. This encompasses essentials like wound care treatments, examination gloves, skin and incontinence products, sanitation supplies, various textiles, hand sanitizers, durable medical equipment (DME), patient-specific plastic goods, and decolonization and infection control solutions. The Surgical Solutions category delivers comprehensive product lines for operating rooms and perioperative settings. Offerings range from surgical procedure trays, drapes, and gowns to personal protective equipment (PPE), sterile wraps, various surgical instruments, specialized surgeon's gloves, complete procedure kits, and orthopedic implants. Finally, Laboratory and Diagnostics supplies critical solutions for clinical testing and analysis. This includes point-of-care testing devices, analytical instruments, laboratory consumables, advanced diagnostic equipment, vital signs monitoring systems, and products for anatomic pathology and phlebotomy. The Supply Chain Solutions segment is responsible for sourcing and distributing a diverse portfolio of third-party products, including those from well-known national brands. Beyond distribution, this segment offers comprehensive logistics and supply chain optimization services to clients both domestically and internationally. These optimization services encompass strategic consulting, outsourced management of warehousing and technology, specialized "put-away-ready" packaging, third-party logistics (3PL), inventory rationalization strategies, and efficient route planning. Established in 1966, Medline Inc. maintains its headquarters in Northfield, Illinois.
Sector: Healthcare · Industry: Medical - Instruments & Supplies
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 39.9% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI 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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Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 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.