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 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 – Essex Laboratories.

To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to inform you of the official delisting of Essex Laboratories, Inc due to the expiration of the AHF Halal Certificate and subsequent lapse in the certification without renewal. With this notice, please cease using any AHF logos,...

NOTICE OF DELISTING – Celta Chemical Inc

To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to inform you of the official delisting of Celta Chemical Inc located at 1301 West First Street, Granite IL, 62040 (USA) due to the expiration of the AHF Halal Certificate and subsequent lapse in the certification without...