A Halal Certificate is an official document certifying that products (especially food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, etc.) are compliant with Islamic dietary laws as prescribed in the Quran and Shariah. It is essential for businesses that want to sell or export products to Muslim-majority countries or cater to Muslim consumers globally.
“Halal” means permissible in Arabic. In the context of products, it means:
Free from pork or pork derivatives
Free from alcohol or intoxicants
Slaughtered in accordance with Islamic rites (for meat)
Manufactured, processed, stored, and transported using clean and contamination-free equipment
Ethical and not harmful to health
Halal certification in India is provided by Halal certification bodies approved by foreign governments and halal authorities. Examples:
| Certification Body | Region Recognized In |
|---|---|
| Halal India Pvt. Ltd. | GCC, Malaysia, Indonesia, EU |
| Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Halal Trust | Middle East, ASEAN |
| Halal Certification Services India | Global |
Always ensure the certifying body is recognized by global halal authorities like JAKIM (Malaysia), GAC (Gulf), MUIS (Singapore), etc.
Company PAN and GST certificate
Food Safety License (FSSAI for India)
Product ingredient list and MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)
Manufacturing process flowchart
Slaughter procedure documentation (if meat)
Packaging and labeling details
Halal compliance declaration
Lab test reports (if applicable)
Animal origin certificate (if non-veg content)
Choose a Halal Certification Body (based on your export region)
Submit application form along with required documents
Undergo audit/inspection of the facility by Shariah experts
If compliant, receive your Halal Certificate
Certification is typically valid for 1 year and must be renewed annually
Varies based on:
Type and number of products
Manufacturing process complexity
Export regions
Typical cost range: ₹15,000 to ₹1,00,000+ per year
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Access to Global Markets | Especially GCC, Southeast Asia, Europe |
| Consumer Trust | In Muslim-majority regions |
| Mandatory for Export | In countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE |
| Compliance with Global Standards | Helps meet food safety and ethical standards |
| Improved Branding & Sales | Especially in halal-focused retail chains |
