Halal Certification

Halal Certification is predominantly obtained for food and food-related products, and it is essential in Islamic countries. The term "Halal" is derived from the Quran, which means "permitted" or "lawful." Therefore, according to Islamic law, the Shariah, the Certification is used for Food and other consumables permissible for consumption. Halal Certification emphasizes cleanliness in all aspects of a person's life, and Halal foods ensure that the Food consumed by individuals is clean, hygienic, and does not harm their health or well-being. The Certification guarantees that the food product is safe for consumption. With the increasing awareness of Halal foods, more businesses are seeking Halal Certification for their products, restaurants, premises, etc.

Types of Halal Certification

• The type of Halal Certification varies depending on the nature of the business. Typically, restaurants, hotels, slaughterhouses, and packaging and labeling materials seek Halal Certification to ensure they meet the requirements of Muslim consumers. However, Halal Certification is not limited to food production alone. Other products, such as non-alcoholic beverages, raw materials for food processing, pharmaceutical and healthcare products, traditional herbal products, cosmetics, personal care products, cleaning products, and everyday consumer goods, can also obtain Halal Certification.
• Halal Certification Bodies offer Certification under various schemes, including the Food, and Catering Scheme, Restaurant Scheme, Industrial Scheme, Abattoir Scheme, Warehouse or Storage Scheme, and Product Endorsement Scheme.

Halal Certification Procedure

The procedure to obtain Halal Certification in India is as follows:

Step 1: Application

The business wishing to obtain Halgettification must apply to one of the Certification Bodies. At TrueandTrade, we help businesses understand the requirements for obtaining Halal Certification and provide guidance on the application process.

Step 2: Conducting the Audit

After the business has submitted its application, a team of auditors (typically one Shariah Auditor and one Technical Auditor) will conduct an on-site inspection of the business's operations. The auditors will review and assess the following areas to ensure that they meet the requirements for Halal Certification:.

• Documentation
• Processing, handling, and distribution of products
• Storage, display, and serving of products
• Cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety
• Overall condition of the premises
• Tools, equipment, and machinery
• Packaging and labeling

During the audit, the business may need to provide criteria for accepting raw materials, a certificate of analysis, and a Halal certificate for individual components. Once the audit is completed, the audit report is to be signed.

Step 3: Certification

After the audit, the Halal Certification Body's Technical Committee will review the audit report and other relevant documents the business provides. If the auditors' report is satisfactory, and the company and its products meet the Halal certification criteria, the Halal Certification Body will issue the Halal Certificate. The certificate will include detail such as the name and address of the business, the scope of the Certification, and the validity period.

TrueandTrade can provide comprehensive services to businesses seeking Halal Certification, from consultation to document preparation, audit assistance, and certification support.

Validity of Halal Certificate

The validity of a Halal Certificate typically lasts for one year. Still, it is subject to certain conditions and may be revoked if the product or process no longer meets the Halal Certification requirements.