Halal Certification Atlanta
American Halal Foundation (AHF) with its international accreditations and recognitions, is Atlanta’s trusted partner for halal certification. As a USDA officially listed halal certification body, AHF is the leading halal symbol for halal compliance across food & beverage, supplements, cosmetics, and specialty chemicals,

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An Efficient 3-Step Certification Process
The American Halal Foundation (AHF) will process your application with no cost.
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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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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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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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Benefits of Halal Certification in Atlanta
Atlanta has quietly become one of the most important growth markets for halal products in the Southeast. With a rising Muslim population, halal certification has become a key differentiator and a strategic move for manufacturers and brands.
1. Capture a Fast-Growing Local Market
Metro Atlanta is home to a dynamic and expanding Muslim community. Earning their trust through halal certification is an excellent business move. These consumers are highly brand-loyal and actively seek out halal-certified products.
2. Increase Your Sales
3. Create a Competitive Edge
Why Choose AHF for Halal Certification in New York?
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.

Our Accreditations
World Halal Food Council (WHFC)
Global Halal Certifiers’ Council World
The 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 (JAKIM)
Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)
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FAQ
What is halal certification?
Halal certification is an independent assessment and determination of a product’s compliance with the international halal standards adhered to by 2 billion consumers globally. To obtain halal certification: get in touch.
Who conducts halal certification?
Do all suppliers need to be halal certified to obtain halal certification?
Not all suppliers must be halal certified, but any ingredient of animal origin or with a high risk of contamination will need to come from a halal-certified source. For low-risk or plant-based materials, a declaration and detailed documentation may be sufficient. You can qualify your supply chain for halal here.
What is halal?
What is a broad guideline for assessing the qualification of a product as “halal”?
The halal philosophy can be understood in simple terms with the following acronym; “Everything is halal except ABCD IS haram.”
A- Alcohol (ethyl) and all types of intoxicants/drugs
B- Blood – flowing or congealed
C- Carnivorous animals
D- Dead meat – meat that is not slaughtered according to Islamic slaughtering rites
I- Food immolate unto idols
S- Swine and all swine derivatives
Does AHF have any application fees for the qualification of halal products?
What types of products can be halal certified?
Products eligible for the AHF halal certification include:
- Food and beverages
- Meat and poultry
- Cosmetics and personal care
- Nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals and supplements
- Packaging and logistics
- Cleaning & sanitization products
How long does the halal certification process take?
Can I use one AHF halal certificate to export to multiple countries?
Yes, since AHF has a wide array of international accreditations, its halal certificate is widely accepted and sufficient for exporting to multiple countries.
Can companies transition their halal certification from another halal certification body to AHF?
Yes, the AHF transition program enables companies to transition their existing halal certificate to the American Halal Foundation (AHF). However, the existing halal certificate must come from a recognized halal certification body to qualify for the AHF transition program.
Does AHF offer integrated audits with other certifications?
Yes, AHF through its parent company offers integrated audits that combine halal certification with other programs such as HACCP, SQF, GMP, Vegan, and more. This streamlined approach reduces audit duplication and lowers costs—saving companies up to 30% in costs.
Are kosher-certified products also halal by default?
How do I obtain halal certification of my product that is manufactured under a private label with a third-party manufacturer?
How much does halal certification cost?
2. The Number of products
3. The complexity of products (from a halal standpoint)
4. Applicant classification (meat processor, private label brand, ingredient manufacturer, etc.)
Can AHF combine halal certification with other audits?
Certainly- AHF can now support integrated audits that combine halal with certifications like SQF, Gluten-Free, Vegan, GMP and Non-GMO, saving you time, cost, and operational disruption. An integrated audit would mean acquiring multiple certifications in a single audit.
Can I switch to AHF from another certifier?
What industries does AHF serve in Atlanta?
Apply for Halal Certification in Atlanta
The window to use halal certification as a unique edge not just in Atlanta, but the whole of the USA is closing fast. As more companies recognize its strategic value, early adopters are being joined by a growing number of competitors.
To learn more about the halal certification process and requirements in Atlanta, get in touch with AHF’s Georgia based office by calling in at +1 (630) 759-4981 or fill out the form below.



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