Compliance Status
Halal
Screened on Oct 17, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Very Good
Is Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) halal? Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, Packaging Corporation of America passes both qualitative (business activity) and quantitative (financial ratio) screens with a compliance score of 80/100 (Grade: A).
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HalalScreener rates Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) Halal, 80/100, grade A under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 17, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/PKG
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Within 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
You can own PKG
It passes both the business activity and financial ratio screens under AAOIFI Standard 21.
Purification amount is Pro
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Packaging Corporation of America
$236.00
Market Cap: 21.0B
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About Packaging Corporation of America
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a U.S.-based enterprise specializing in the production and sale of containerboard and corrugated packaging materials. Its operations are organized into two primary divisions: Packaging and Paper. The Packaging division offers an extensive array of containerboard and corrugated solutions. These encompass conventional shipping containers designed for safeguarding and transporting manufactured goods, vibrant multi-color boxes and point-of-sale displays aimed at enhancing product merchandising in retail environments, and honeycomb protective packaging. This segment also provides specialized packaging for perishable goods like meat and fresh produce, processed foods, beverages, and a broad spectrum of other industrial and consumer products. Its corrugated offerings reach customers through a multi-channel approach, utilizing a dedicated direct sales and marketing team, independent brokers, and various distribution partners. Meanwhile, the Paper segment focuses on manufacturing and distributing a range of commodity and specialty papers. This includes communication papers, such as standard cut-size office paper, along with specialized printing and converting papers. Sales of its white paper products are managed directly by its internal sales and marketing organization. Tracing its origins back to 1867, Packaging Corporation of America maintains its corporate headquarters in Lake Forest, Illinois.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Packaging & Containers
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Compliance History
Halal, unchanged since Jun 2026.
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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.