For 2 billion Muslim consumers, the halal certificate is one standard that holds significant value for a number of reasons, with halal adherence being religiously mandated. Let’s take a closer look at what is a halal certificate particularly, and how can businesses get halal certified. Did You Know: In 1970, only 10 American grocery stores carried
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For centuries, halal has been a core culinary aspect to consider for millions of Muslims. Since its inception, halal has primarily meant the consumption of healthier and cleaner food. Fast-forward 1,400-years – there is now a significant shift in consumer preferences towards healthier and more ethically produced food, all over the globe, subsequently giving rise
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In today’s fast-paced life, frozen foods have become an essential element of every household. Consumers are now looking for easy and quick solutions to their meal planning, which is exactly what frozen foods provide. However, for the 2 billion Muslim consumers, not all frozen foods cannot be consumed, since most of them contain meat, which
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In the increasingly competitive market, CPG companies face an ever growing challenge of standing out to reach more customers and increase sales. One way to do that for CPG companies is to get CPG certifications for their products. By aligning CPG certifications with halal standards, your products will comply with the Islamic dietary laws and
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With a market of over 1.9 billion people, halal food is already a major segment of the global food industry. The Muslim population is expected to surpass 2.2 billion in 2030, amounting for almost 27% of the global population. For all of these Muslims, Halal certification is and will continue to be a key factor in determining
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The halal symbol characterizes the fastest growing consumer market globally, reflecting the substantial increase in demand for halal products. But makes the halal symbol so important, not only for consumers, but also for the businesses that offer Halal products and services? In this guide, we explore the significance of the halal symbol, how it helps
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The short and most accurate answer to “is vegan food halal” is, it depends. While vegan food inherently avoids animal meat and by-products, aligning with a core halal principle, other elements come into play. Halal and vegan are two terms that describe different aspects of food, but they also have some common ground. Halal stands
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The fitness industry has seen significant growth in recent times, boasting a market value of more than $85 billion in 2022. With the rise of sports, fitness enthusiasts, and a growing emphasis on health and wellness, the industry is continued to experience unprecedented growth and diversification. This shift has also led to the emergence of halal-certified fitness
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The halal certification cost essentially depends on the frequency of audits and inspections required to commission the halal certificate. The costs associated with halal certification is an important consideration for many businesses, to essentially determine its potential return on investment (ROI). In this guide, we take a look at how much does halal certification cost
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A successful implementation of HACCP is essential to provide safe, nutritious, and wholesome food to consumers. That is why Food and Beverage manufacturers incorporate a Food Safety Management system called HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), which is designed to improve food safety across all steps of food from farm to fork, which in turn
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The world has evolved, and so have the people in it. For the modern Muslim consumer, halal is not just about avoiding pork and alcohol. Halal also encompasses different sectors and services such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, logistics, banking, and many more. This makes halal an important aspect for the modern Muslim consumer, guiding how they
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Ethical consumerism has been a rising trend over the past decade, with 62% of Gen Z consumers preferring to purchase products sourced and manufactured under ethical guidelines. Halal consumerism has also gained significant traction in recent times in light of the global rising Muslim population and the exponential economic growth of Muslim-majority countries. While ethical and halal
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