What is Halal? Halal means permissible. The opposite of halal is haram which means prohibited. The term halal is most commonly used in the context of consumable items. In this context, halal is the set of dietary guidelines that permit foods in accordance with Islamic...
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Discovering the Universal Appeal: Why Halal Appeals to All?
Halal is not only for Muslims Halal captures the contemporary zeitgeist with universal values that demand safe and ethical production of all consumables Is halal only for Muslims? The long and short answer is NO. For foods and beverages, halal has universal appeal...
Understanding Halal Logos & Symbols; The 5 Main Categories
Introduction An online search of “halal logo,” “halal certification symbol,” “halal mark,” or “halal stamp” will yield thousands of logos of different variations. To halal and non-halal consumers alike, the sheer array of different arrangements of the Arabic...
How to Choose a Halal Certifier? A Simple & Effective Guide
Introduction Choosing the right vendors and partners to work with to achieve your organization’s mission and goals is critical. The right partner can help you operate effectively, improve efficiencies, build trust in your brand, grow your business, and more. The wrong...
Halal Certification for Export to UAE, Saudi Arabia, and GCC/MENA Countries
GCC/MENA Market Synopsis The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, which includes Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations (see below), is a diverse, swiftly expanding market with a strong emphasis on the halal industry. The halal market serves the dietary and...
Halal vs. Zabiha: Is There a Difference?
For those seeking clarity regarding Islamic dietary laws, understanding what "zabiha" means and how it relates to "halal" is essential. Zabiha refers to the specific method of slaughtering animals according to Islamic law. It involves a set of rituals and practices...
Halal & Organic Certification: A Comparative Analysis
Halal & Organic Certification: A Comparative Analysis Introduction Although halal is larger than the global organic market by 17 times, many US companies and quality and regulatory professionals are more familiar with organic standards than halal. In the case...
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What Makes AHF Halal Certification Uniquely Valuable?
What Makes AHF Halal Certification Uniquely Valuable? Choosing a Halal Certification Agency Companies seeking halal certification often face questions such as; Which halal certifier should I choose? What makes any halal certification agency different from another?...
3 Major Benefits of Halal Certification
3 Major Benefits of Halal Certification Why (Actually) Halal Certify? Halal industry professionals often tout the size of the global halal market as the fundamental reason companies should pursue halal certification. While there is no doubt that the nearly 2 billion...