American Halal Foundation Achieves Accreditation from EIAC Under UAEs MOIAT

Tampa, Florida — 10/28/2025 — The American Halal Foundation (AHF), one of the most recognized halal certification bodies globally, is proud to announce that it has officially received accreditation for GSO 2055-2 and UAE.S/GSO 2055-2 from the Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC) under the UAE Ministry of Industry & Advanced Technology (MOIAT).

This accreditation marks a major milestone for AHF and further strengthens its role as a globally trusted halal certification partner for manufacturers, exporters, hospitality groups, ingredient suppliers, and multinational brands seeking entry into the UAE and GCC markets.

A Major Step Forward in Global Halal Compliance

With this achievement, AHF is now formally recognized to certify in accordance with:

• GSO 2055-2: Halal Products – Requirements for Halal Certification Bodies
• UAE.S/GSO 2055-2: UAE National Requirements for Halal Certification Bodies

These accreditations reaffirm AHF’s compliance with the GCC region’s highest regulatory standards and align AHF operations with MOIAT’s national halal framework, strengthening market access for AHF-certified products across:

• United Arab Emirates
• Saudi Arabia
• Qatar
• Kuwait
• Oman
• Bahrain
• Wider Middle East and OIC markets
  

Supporting Manufacturers Ahead of the 2026 Mandatory Halal Implementation

As GCC countries continue strengthening halal regulations, especially the UAE’s enhanced conformity approval requirements, AHF’s EIAC accreditation gives U.S exporters a pathway to markets in the Middle East and South Asia. 

AHF-certified manufacturers can now benefit from:

• Full acceptance of certificates for UAE import approvals
• Streamlined halal conformity for GCC distribution
• Accelerated regulatory review for high-volume exporters

AHF’s Global Footprint Continues to Expand

AHF now maintains one of the largest portfolios of halal accreditations in the world, including:

• GSO/UAE.S – UAE and Saudi Arabia
• BPJPH – Indonesia
• MUIS/Majlis Ugama – Singapore 
• JAKIM – Malaysia
• IMANOR – Morocco
• MOPH – Qatar
• World Halal Food Council membership
• Recognition in over 25 countries across North America, Europe, MENA, and Asia

Statement from AHF Leadership

Mohammad Mazhar Hussaini, Executive Director of AHF, shared:

“We are honored to achieve EIAC accreditation under MOIAT. This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to strengthening global halal integrity and supporting manufacturers in meeting the Middle East’s rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.”

What This Means for AHF Clients

With immediate effect, companies certified by AHF can request:

• GSO 2055-2 compliant halal certificates
• UAE-recognized halal certificates for shipments into the UAE
• Assistance with MoIAT conformity approvals
• Pre-audit readiness reviews for GCC supply chains
  

About the American Halal Foundation (AHF)

The American Halal Foundation (AHF) is a globally accredited Certification and Conformity Assessment Body operating in over 25 countries. AHF provides halal certification for food, beverage, ingredients, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, contract manufacturing, and supply-chain operations. AHF is recognized by multiple international authorities and is committed to advancing global halal compliance through scientific rigor, transparency, and industry-leading customer service.

To learn more about AHF or to begin the certification process, visit www.halalfoundation.org or contact info@halalfoundation.org