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 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...

How to Verify a Halal Certificate?

How to Verify a Halal Certificate?

A halal certificate should do more than show a symbol on packaging. It should help buyers, importers, retailers, and consumers feel confident that a product or facility has been reviewed through a documented halal certification process. Halal certification is not just...