What is Halal Certification ?
Halal certification confirms that products and services adhere to Islamic dietary laws, making them permissible for consumption by Muslims. It involves a thorough assessment of ingredients, production processes, and facilities by a recognized certification body. Once certified, products can display the Halal certification mark.
Benefits
- Market Access : Opens up opportunities in Muslim-majority countries and communities.
- Consumer Trust : Builds confidence among Muslim consumers by ensuring adherence to Halal standards.
- Quality Assurance : Confirms that products meet strict Islamic dietary requirements.
- Brand Differentiation : Sets products apart in the market by showcasing Halal compliance.
PROCESS/ STEPS
Submission of Application
This application may involve providing details about the production process, ingredients used, and other relevant information.
Assessment
The Halal certification body conducts an assessment of the production facilities, processes, and ingredients to ensure they comply with Halal requirements. It may include on-site inspections, documentation review, and interviews with personnel.
Ingredients Verification
Manufacturers must ensure that all ingredients used in their products are Halal-compliant. This includes verifying the source of ingredients, ensuring they do not contain any prohibited substances or alcohol, and confirming that they have been processed in accordance with Halal guidelines.
Production Process Review
The certification body evaluates the entire production process to ensure that Halal standards are maintained at every stage, from sourcing raw materials to packaging the final product.
Certification Decision
Based on the assessment findings, the certification body decides whether to grant or deny Halal certification to the producer or manufacturer. If granted, the producer is authorized to use the Halal certification mark on their products and in their marketing materials.
Documents required
- Application Form : Completed form with details about the product and production process.
- Ingredients List : Detailed list of all ingredients used.
- Production Process Documentation :Information on manufacturing processes and quality control.
- Facility Information : Details about the production facility.
- Fees : Payment for the certification process.
Our Support?
- Application Assistance : Help with filling out and submitting the application.
- Assessment Coordination : Facilitation of the assessment and inspection process.
- Documentation Preparation : Assistance with preparing and verifying required documents.
- Certification Management : Support throughout the certification process and ongoing compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Products such as food, beverages, and cosmetics that are intended for Muslim consumers.
The duration varies depending on the product and certification body, including assessment and review time.
No, the Halal mark can only be used after receiving certification.
Halal certification is not mandatory but is highly recommended to gain trust and access Muslim markets.