Halal Certification Services

Halal Certification

Introduction

  • A HALAL certificate is a document issued by the HALAL certification organization or authority that a product or service complies with Islamic dietary laws and acceptable or “HALAL” guidelines for consumption by Muslims.
  • HALAL certification is mandatory in India for food and beverage products, pharmaceuticals and personal care products.
  • And it may also apply to other non-food products or services.
  • The National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies has cleared both the Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind’s Halal unit and the Halal Shariat Islamic Law Board to issue HALAL certificates.
  •  The process for obtaining a HALAL certificate involves an on-site inspection by a team of auditors.

Advantages of Halal certification

  • Increase consumer trust and confidence: By becoming halal certified, businesses can prove to Muslim consumers that their products or services meet their standards, which can help build trust and confidence in the brand.
  • Compliance with regulatory requirements: Some states in India such as KERALA and TAMIL NADU, require HALAL certification for certain products or services sold in their stores. By becoming HALAL certified, businesses can be confident that their products or services meet regulatory requirements and avoid legal or regulatory issues.
  • Global Recognition: India’s HALAL certification is recognised globally, and achieving this certification can help companies expand into international markets where HALAL services are high in demand.
  • Competitive Advantage: HALAL certification can provide businesses with a competitive over other companies that do not have this certificate. Companies with this certificate will have better cooperation.

Types of Halal License Certificates

Different businesses need different types of halal certification. Most establishments including restaurants, hotels, slaughterhouses, packaging and registration seek Halal certifications to ensure that they are suitable for Muslim consumers and can be visited by Muslims.

  • Halal certified restaurant.
  • Halal certification in food, beverages, and nutrition.
  • Halal certification of slaughterhouse.
  • Products according to Halal certification.
  • Halal certification business.
  • Halal certified warehouse and storage.

Requirements of Halal Certificate

Ingredients: All the ingredients which are used the in the product are must be Halal. It means that the ingredients must not come from non-halal animals or contain non-halal additives or preservatives.

  • Manufacturing Process: The manufacturing process used to produce the products must be Halal. This includes using non-halal tools and equipment and using halal certified cleaning products.
  • Packaging: The packaging used for product must be halal. This means that the production process should not contain or access non-halal materials.
  • Storage and Transportation: Products must be stored and transported in a manner that ensures they remain halal. This includes the special storage facilities and vehicles that do not contain halal materials.
  • Certification: Businesses must obtain a halal certification from a recognised halal organization to ensure that the products and the manufacturing processes comply with halal standards. In India, Halal certification must be registered with the Halal board of India.

Compliance: Business must comply with all the laws and regulations related to halal certification in India, such as the Indian Halal Certification Regulations. To achieve the Halal certification in India, a business must ensure that its products and manufacturing processes comply with halal requirements, are certified by an accredited organization registered with the halal council of India with relevant laws and regulations for Halal certification.

Documents Required

  • A request for company letterhead.
  • PAN card details of business.
  • Sample of the products which are in the original packaging.
  • The name and unique characteristics of each product.
  • Information about the materials used to make and maintain the project.
  • A guarantee from your company that the goods have been manufactured in accordance with Halal Certification India.
  • Certificate from a government-approved laboratory showing the contents of your products.
  • A copy from export permit.
  • If you are receiving the export orders, then a copy of them with the quantity of each product and name of the destination.
  • If claiming credit for the entire construction site, attach a diagram of the construction site and laboratory results. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

HALAL certificate is valid from one year to three years, after which a renewal audit may be required.

To check the authenticity of the HALAL certificate, we can scan the QR CODE.  

The HALAL certificate is issued by HALAL INDIA PVT LTD and JAMAIT ULAMA-I-HIND HALAL TRUST organizations.

Halal certification can apply to various products including food, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and even services related to these products.

No, Halal certification can apply to non-food products as well, such as cosmetics, personal care items, and even pharmaceuticals.

Halal certification is a process that verifies whether a product or service complies with Islamic dietary laws. It ensures that the food and other products are permissible (halal) for Muslim consumers.

Conclusion

HALAL certificate provides assurance to consumers, particularly Muslims, that products and services meet Islamic dietary and ethical standards. For businesses, obtaining halal certification can enhance marketability, expand customer bases, and open access to new markets where halal products are in demand. Overall, halal certification plays a vital role in promoting transparency, quality, and compliance in various industries.

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