Grow with the most recognized halal certification globally!
1 in 4 consumers globally (1.9 billion) adhere to halal! Through AHF halal certification, we invite you to grow your business by accessing the fastest growing consumer segment globally. Here is what we promise:
- Universal Consumer Acceptance
- Most Recognized Halal Certification in USA
- Time and Cost Efficiency
- Integration With Existing Quality & Safety Systems
Inspiring Trust For
From the leading globally accredited and trusted halal certification body…
With AHF’s extensive international accreditations and recognitions, your business can confidently serve customers worldwide, building trust and strengthening your brand’s credibility across markets.
AHF will process your halal certification application free-of-cost!
Here’s our efficient 3-Step halal certification process:
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Application |
| The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application. Your designated account executive will guide you through the application process to determine the halal status of the facility and its products. | |
 5-7 Business Days |
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Audit |
| Your Account Executive will schedule a halal audit on a mutually convenient day. The audit typically lasts 4 hours and includes a training session for the employees who will be responsible for overseeing the halal production. | |
| 1 Day |
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Halal Certification |
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🎉 Congratulations Upon the successful completion of the halal audit, your products and facility are now officially halal certified and recognized as such internationally. You may add products or facilities at any time by simply contacting your Account Executive. |
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| 48 hours from the successful completion of the audit process. |
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Halal In Numbers
Trillion +
Global Halal F&B Market
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Halal is more than fifty-seven times larger than kosher
%
of the global population adheres to halal
Halal is the #1 influence on halal consumers' purchasing decisions.
The AHF Difference
Universal Consumer Acceptance
The north star of AHF certification is Universal Consumer Acceptance. AHF uniquely certifies to the highest halal standards acceptable to all 2 billion halal consumers.
Internationally Accredited
AHF halal certification is internationally accredited and globally accepted. Learn more here.
Client Service
You will receive dedicated account executives dedicated to your success in achieving halal certification and beyond.
Wide Scope
AHF covers every applicable industry, from yogurt to pharmaceuticals, with our halal certification services. You can learn more here.
Efficient and Dynamic Processes
From the application to adding new products to your program, AHF has designed its processes to save you as much time as possible.
Integrative Approach
You have existing quality systems that may meet some halal program objectives. AHF removes the redundancy and seeks to integrate with your systems where possible.
Industries Served
Testimonials
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AHF Insights
Halal Certification Requirements
The most universally accepted basis for halal certification requirements is that: Everything is halal except ABCD IS haram (non-halal). A: Alcohol (including other...
The ROI and Costs of Halal Certification
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The Differences and Similarities in Halal & Kosher Certifications
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AHF Resources
Tools
Streamline your business processes with our interactive tools.
Nutrition Label Generator
Halal Certification ROI Calculator
Checklists & Guides
Ensure quality and compliance with our checklists, plans, and templates.
Halal Checklist
Indonesia Halal Certification Templates
Halal Assurance Template
AHF News
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The American Halal Foundation (AHF) proudly participated in the prestigious Halal Expo Indonesia 2024, showcasing its global halal certification services and industry...
AHF attends Global Halal Summit (gHAS) 2024 in Kuala Lumpur
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FAQ
What is halal certification?
Halal certification is an independent assessment and determination of a product’s compliance with the international halal standards adhered to by 2 billion consumers globally. To obtain halal certification: get in touch.
Who conducts halal certification?
What is halal?
What is a broad guideline for assessing the qualification of a product as “halal”?
The halal philosophy can be understood in simple terms with the following acronym; “Everything is halal except ABCD IS haram.”
A- Alcohol (ethyl) and all types of intoxicants/drugs
B- Blood – flowing or congealed
C- Carnivorous animals
D- Dead meat – meat that is not slaughtered according to Islamic slaughtering rites
I- Food immolate unto idols
S- Swine and all swine derivatives
Does AHF have any application fees for the qualification of halal products?
How long does the halal certification process take?
Are kosher-certified products also halal by default?
How do I obtain halal certification of my product that is manufactured under a private label with a third-party manufacturer?
How much does halal certification cost?
2. The Number of products
3. The complexity of products (from a halal standpoint)
4. Applicant classification (meat processor, private label brand, ingredient manufacturer, etc.)