Company

American Halal Foundation

Education

Halal Certification Systems, Quality Management (ISO 17065)

Expertise

Bachelor of Business Administration, Islamic Studies (Saudi Arabia)

Training/ Certifications

GSO/UAE.S Training, SJPH Training, ISO 9001

About

Azmi Anees is a certification and compliance specialist working with the American Halal Foundation, where he focuses on global halal certification programs, integrated audits, and market-access strategy for food, cosmetic, nutraceutical, and ingredient manufacturers. He has worked closely with multinational brands and SMEs across North America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. His insights emphasize on practical guidance for manufacturers looking to achieve halal compliance while improving operational efficiency and global market reach.

Articles

How to Tackle the Illinois Consumer Fraud Act (815 ILCS 505/1)

How to Tackle the Illinois Consumer Fraud Act (815 ILCS 505/1)

Halal certification requirements have now become highly regulated amidst businesses entering international markets. Each nation is now following The Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (815 ILCS 505/1) directly applies to you if you're a...

Halal Certification Requirements by Country

Halal Certification Requirements by Country

Halal certification requirements have now become highly regulated amidst businesses entering international markets. Each nation is now following its own standards, regulatory authorities, and labeling guidelines to ensure products meet Islamic dietary laws....

Halal Ingredients: Low, Medium & High Risk Matrix

Halal Ingredients: Low, Medium & High Risk Matrix

Ingredients and product categories can be ranked by their risk level in the Halal supply chain management, from low to critical. This framework serves as a reference point for assessing ingredient halal risk levels. It’s important to note that risk categories, such as...

Is Restaurant Depot Halal? AHF Explainer

Is Restaurant Depot Halal? AHF Explainer

If you’ve ever asked Is Restaurant Depot Halal? You’re asking the same question that thousands of Muslim consumers and restaurant owners want answered.  Restaurant Depot is one of America’s biggest wholesalers with 130+ branches nationwide, and many Muslims buy...