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 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...

What Is Haram? A Detailed and Practical Guide for Manufacturers

What Is Haram? A Detailed and Practical Guide for Manufacturers

Haram, means “forbidden,” referring to anything prohibited under the Islamic dietary guidelines. In today’s global food industry “haram” can be thought of as an allergen – a substance that Muslim consumers must avoid entirely and halal certification is the process to...

NOTICE OF DELISTING – Pure Ground Ingredients

To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to inform you of the official delisting of Pure Ground Ingredients located at 2535 Business Parkway, Minden, NV 89423 USA. due to the expiration of the AHF Halal Certificate and subsequent lapse in the certification without...

NOTICE OF DELISTING – Haven’s Kitchen Inc.,

To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to inform you of the official delisting of Haven’s Kitchen Inc., located at 155 Wooster St., # 4R, New York, NY 10012 USA, due to the expiration of the AHF Halal Certificate and subsequent lapse in the certification without...

NOTICE OF DELISTING – Hexagon Technologies

To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to inform you of the official delisting of Hexagon Technologies located at 3600 Chamberlain Lane Suite 802 Louisville KY 40241 due to the expiration of the AHF Halal Certificate and subsequent lapse in the certification without...