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

Is Duck Halal? AHF Explainer

Is Duck Halal? AHF Explainer

Short Answer: Yes, Duck Is Halal When Slaughtered Islamically Is duck halal? Yes, duck is considered a halal species in Islamic dietary law, provided it is slaughtered according to halal requirements. This means the question is not only about the animal itself. It is...

What Is Halal Meat?

What Is Halal Meat?

In simple terms, halal meat is meat that comes from animals slaughtered according to Islamic dietary guidelines. Whilst most assume halal meat is only about the method of slaughter, it actually encompasses the entire process from meat handling, processing to...

Is Turkey Halal? AHF Explainer

Is Turkey Halal? AHF Explainer

Turkey is a lawful poultry species under AHF Halal Standards. But halal status does not come from species alone. It also depends on how the bird was slaughtered, which ingredients were added, and whether the product remained free of contamination during processing and...