Halal Certification for Pet & Animal Feed

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Why Consider Getting Halal Certified for Pet & Animal Feed

Here are the top 3 reasons why pet & animal feed manufacturers are acquiring halal certification:
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1. Tap the Growing Muslim Consumer Market

In many Muslim-majority regions, pet owners prefer to feed their animals halal-certified products. As Muslim consumers make up 25% of the global population, a number which is expected to further increase substantially, providing halal-certified feed can make your products more appealing to these consumers.

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2. ​​Improve Your Bottom Line

Halal certified products often command a premium price, with muslim consumers reportedly willing to pay a 13% premium for halal-certified products, meaning you can easily increase your profit margin and revenue by being halal-certified.

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3. Meet Legal Requirements for Export

In some markets, halal certification is not just a preference but a legal requirement for selling certain products. Obtaining halal certification will ensure your products comply with these regulations, preventing potential legal issues.

Why AHF?

American Halal Foundation (AHF) is a leading globally accredited Halal certification provider—with over $1 Billion + in revenue growth achieved by businesses through its certifications.

Universal Consumer Acceptance

The north star of AHF certification is Universal Consumer Acceptance. AHF uniquely certifies to the highest halal standards acceptable to all 2 billion halal consumers.

Internationally Accredited

AHF is internationally accredited and globally accepted. Learn more here.

Client Service

You will receive dedicated account executives dedicated to your success in achieving halal certification and beyond.

Wide Scope

AHF covers every applicable industry, from yogurt to pharmaceuticals, with our halal certification services. You can learn more here.

Efficient and Dynamic Processes

From the application to adding new products to your program, AHF has designed its processes to save you as much time as possible.

Integrative Approach

You have existing quality systems that may meet some halal program objectives. AHF removes the redundancy and seeks to integrate with your systems where possible.

3-Step Halal Certification Process at AHF

The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application with no cost.

1

Application

The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application. Your designated account executive will guide you through the application process to determine the halal status of the facility and its products.
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2

Audit

Your Account Executive will schedule a halal audit on a mutually convenient day. The audit typically lasts 4 hours and includes a training session for the employees who will be responsible for overseeing the halal production.
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3

Certification

🎉  Congratulations

Upon the successful completion of the halal audit, your products and facility are now officially certified as halal and recognized as such internationally. Your products will bear the most recognized symbol of integrity, authenticity, and wholesomeness in the world. You may add products or facilities at any time by simply contacting your Account Executive.

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Our Accreditations

World Halal Food Council (WHFC) logoWorld Halal Food Council (WHFC)

Global Halal Certifiers’ Council World

World Halal Food Council (WHFC) logoThe Assessment Institute for Food, Drug and Cosmetic, The Indonesian Council of Ulama (LPPOM MUI)

Leading Religious Authority of the Republic of Indonesia

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia logoThe Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM)

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)

Testimonials

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AHF has a solid understanding of the chemical industry when it comes to Halal certification. AHF and their leadership made our transition seamless and have been very cost-effective. They visited our facility for an onsite process audit and we've had zero issues when it comes to having new products evaluated for certification.

Emily Rowlette

Plant Manager
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Halal certification allows our customers to trust our product. We switched to AHF because they were globally accepted and nice to work with. They take the time to understand our process and are very responsive when we have questions.

Renee Al jassani

Quality Assurance Supervisor
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AHF has allowed us to build trust with the world's top Halal Airline Carriers by allowing us to present program details beyond what they have seen from other certification bodies.

Rishi Hinduja

DNATA
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The efficiency with which AHF works has saved us a substantial amount of time and money. The custom solution that was created for quality controls for halal were logical and made sense in our operational structure and has not created any extreme changes to our process

Stu Blohm

Executive Vice-President
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…American Halal Foundation provided a tailored program around SOPAKCO's very complex military assembly program. Through this effort SOPAKCO was able to prepare a meal configuration that met the US Government's strict standards within the price point required for our contract…

Lonnie Thompson

President

FAQ

What does halal certification mean for pet and animal feed?

Halal certification for pet and animal feed ensures that the products are made from ingredients that comply with Islamic dietary laws. This certification guarantees that the feed is permissible for use by Muslim pet owners.

Why is halal certification important for pet and animal feed manufacturers?

Halal certification is important because it allows manufacturers to access the growing global market of Muslim consumers who prefer or require halal-certified products for their pets and livestock.

What ingredients must be avoided to obtain halal certification for pet and animal feed?

To obtain halal certification, feed manufacturers must avoid ingredients derived from non-halal animals, such as pork or non-halal slaughtered animals. Additionally, the use of alcohol and certain enzymes from non-halal sources must be excluded from the production process.

Can Halal certification help with international exports?

Yes, Halal certification is essential for exporting to many Muslim-majority countries with strict Halal import regulations. It ensures your products meet the necessary standards for entry into these markets.

How long does the halal certification process take?

On average, it can take between 3 to 6 weeks to complete the halal certification process.

Is AHF’s halal certification recognized internationally?

Yes, AHF halal certification is accepted globally, allowing your products to enter and compete in international markets.

Will my facility need to undergo changes for Halal certification?

Your facility may need adjustments to ensure Halal compliance, particularly in segregating Halal and non-Halal production lines to avoid cross-contamination.

Get Halal Certified Now!

The opportunity to utilize halal certification for pet & animal feed products to gain a competitive advantage over competitors is dwindling as more businesses now realize its significance.
The investment in halal certification for your product line or facility is very minimal compared to the substantial returns you can achieve through it. Check out this example!

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