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

Halal Certification Requirements & Process for Cosmetics 

Halal Certification Requirements & Process for Cosmetics 

With the American Halal Foundation (AHF) receiving a 132% increase in inquiries for halal certification in the cosmetics industry over the past three years, the demand for halal-certified cosmetics is skyrocketing, But what does it take for a cosmetics manufacturer or...

What Can Muslims Not Eat? Guide to Islamic Dietary Laws

What Can Muslims Not Eat? Guide to Islamic Dietary Laws

What Can Muslims Not Eat? Guide to Islamic Dietary Laws Islam dietary guidelines have clear and precise rules about what Muslims cannot eat.  With over 2 billion Muslims worldwide, understanding these restrictions is a significant factor in global food production...

American Halal Foundation (AHF) Achieves BPJPH Accreditation

American Halal Foundation (AHF) Achieves BPJPH Accreditation

Jakarta, August 16, 2024 — The American Halal Foundation (AHF) is proud to announce its recent accreditation by the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH), the new governmental body responsible for overseeing and regulating halal certification in...

Is Protein Powder Halal?

Is Protein Powder Halal?

But for Muslim fitness enthusiasts who follow Islamic dietary guidelines, a crucial question arises—is protein powder Halal? This informative guide takes a comprehensive dive into Halal protein powder, exploring the certification process, and how to identify Halal...

Cosmetic Certifications Manufacturers Must Have in 2025

Cosmetic Certifications Manufacturers Must Have in 2025

Cosmetic certifications have now become essential in an industry where there is substantial demand for ethically produced and high-quality products.  For your cosmetic business, these market dynamics require obtaining the right product certifications to stand out...