Company

American Halal Foundation

Education

Alimi Program (Islamic Theological Studies), Hifz-ul-Qur’an

Expertise

Strategy Development, Ethical Halal Policy Implementation, Halal Standard Development, Community Spiritual Counseling, Islamic Finance, Human Resource Development

Training/ Certifications

JAKIM Training; MUI Training; SJPH Training, GSO/UAE.S Training, Alimi Certification

About

Mohammad Hussaini is the Executive Director at the American Halal Foundation with extensive expertise in food, cosmetic, nutraceutical, and ingredient manufacturing. At AHF, Mohammad has led initiatives to streamline the halal certification process, develop audit tools for integrated compliance (e.g., Halal + SQF, GMP, Gluten-Free, etc), and coordinate AHF’s expanding certification footprint across industries like cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and industrial chemicals. Beyond halal certification, Mohammad also explores intersections of Islamic finance and ethical business, bringing a holistic Islamic Guidelines-based lens to organizational governance. He also holds executive roles across multiple industries, including clinical research, quality assurance, international food trading, education, and investment management.

Articles

Halal Certification Requirements by Country

Halal Certification Requirements by Country

Halal certification requirements have now become highly regulated amidst businesses entering international markets. Each nation is now following its own standards, regulatory authorities, and labeling guidelines to ensure products meet Islamic dietary laws....

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 – 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,...