What is Halal Certification?
Halal certification states that the food or the products are permissible for the followers of Islam and no haram product or procedure is used while its manufacturing or processing. In many Islamic countries, Halal certification is given by the government. In India, FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) certification can be seen on almost all the processed foods but this authority doesn’t give halal certification in India. Halal certification is given by many private companies in India which marks the food or products permissible for the followers of Islam.
Benefits of Halal Certification
Enhances customer/supplier relationships
Continuous improvement in service to suppliers
Continuous improvement of service to subscribers
Standardized quality system requirements
Increase efficiency to save time, money and resources
Increase market opportunities
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Who can be certified Halal Certification?
Food Growers
Food Processors
Food Transporters
Food Retailers
Halal Restaurants
Food Packagers
Food Manufactures
Food Storage
Document required for Halal Certification
- Application Form
- KYC of company
- List of Products & their Ingredient
- Label Sample
- Halal certificate ingredient if required
- Supplier NOC copy
- Process flow chart
The extent of Documented Information differs as per:
- List of Products
- Process
Role of Shamkris and Process of Halal Certification
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to effective system implementation in the organization. A simple and practical method of system implementation helps organizations increase business efficiency and sustainability. Shamkris supports 100% documentation to obtain an accreditation body of success in addition to enhanced performance.
The implementation process is described below:
Day 1
GAP Analysis, Certification Body, Selection, Cost Estimates
• Finding the GAP between existing system related to ISO requirements
• Selecting the appropriate certification body
• Based on the scope of your business & certification body you choose
Week 1
Developing Documents
• Filled application form
• Create list of products
Collect Ingredient Halal Certificate
Process flow chart
Week 4
Plan Inspection
• Inspection conducted by Halal Certification Body
• Verification of Documents & Records
• Verification of Legal Documents Including Label
Week 3
Certification Body
• Halal Certificate issued for 1 year.
• Renewal Audit every year.
Year on Year
Yearly Compliance
• Support of Yearly documentation for audit
FAQ
Halal certification is needed to inform Muslim consumers that products are prepared by halal methods. Through the halal assurance system, haram products can be identified. Halal labeling legislation also protects the rights of consumers. Having a specific logo demarcates food products as permissible and impermissible.
In draining the blood from the animal, the halal method ensures the purity of the meat that you eventually consume. Importantly, it also means that there is no uric acid in the meat. Uric acid can cause issues with your kidneys, skin, and blood. Non-halal meat often contains this acid, particularly in poultry.
What is the process of getting Halal Certification?
• Gather product information and supporting documentation, including ingredient details for your products.
• Submit a Halal Certification application and pay application fees.
• Wait for inspectors to contact you.
Muslims simply do not eat pork or pork products because God has prohibited it. A Muslim spends his or her life endeavouring to please God by worshipping Him and obeying His laws, or rules. One of those rules is that the eating pork, or pork products is forbidden.