Halal Certification

What is Halal Certification?

A Halal certificate is an internationally recognized document proving that food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and other consumer products comply with Islamic rules. It is a critical competitive tool for companies targeting both domestic Muslim consumers and export to Islamic countries.

BESA Consulting Scope

• Assessment of products and production processes against Halal standards
• Establishment of Halal management system (SMIIC OIC/SMIIC 1)
• Raw material, additive, and supplier compliance analysis
• Review of production lines and storage conditions
• Application and audit support with accredited Halal certification body

Benefits

• Market entry into Gulf countries and Southeast Asia
• Gaining trust of Muslim consumers
• Strengthening corporate reputation

Certification Process

1. 1 Application and scope definition
2. 2 Gap analysis and documentation
3. 3 System implementation and internal audit
4. 4 Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit
5. 5 Certificate issue
6. 6 Annual surveillance and recertification

The certificate is issued by an accredited certification body; BESA manages the process from application to certificate.