Halal is the primary consumption guideline adhered to by 2 billion halal consumers globally. The halal laws are derived from Islamic teachings and are meant to protect physical and spiritual wellness.

Halal Certification for Co-Manufacturing Facilities

Halal certification for co-manufacturing facilities ensures that products made under shared or outsourced production processes comply with Islamic dietary laws.

4 hrs

Typical audit

25+

Countries Recognized

$4T

Halal market by 2030

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Global Recognition

The AHF Halal Certificate is Recognized Across 180+ International Markets

Your AHF certification is recognized by these government bodies and accreditation councils, with no duplicate audits and no separate fees.

Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH)

Indonesia

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM)

Malaysia

World Halal Food Council (WHFC)

Global

The Central Islamic Council of Thailand (CICOT)

Thailand

GCC Accreditation Center (GAC)

Saudi Arabia

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)

Singapore

Saudi Halal Center

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO)

Saudi Arabia

Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH)

Indonesia

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM)

Malaysia

World Halal Food Council (WHFC)

Global

The Central Islamic Council of Thailand (CICOT)

Thailand

GCC Accreditation Center (GAC)

Saudi Arabia

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS)

Singapore

Saudi Halal Center

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO)

Saudi Arabia

Halal Certification Requirements for Co-Manufacturing Facilities

Halal status extends beyond ingredients to production methods, cross-contamination risks, and facility practices. Co-manufacturing facilities undergo rigorous halal audits across sourcing, segregation, operations, labeling, and documentation.

Segregation

Cross-Contamination Prevention

Halal production must be physically segregated from non-halal lines, or thorough cleaning procedures must be implemented to avoid contamination.

How AHF helps Dedicated lines or validated changeover and cleansing protocols

Equipment

Ritual Cleansing When Shared

Equipment used in non-halal processes should undergo strict cleansing, known as ritual cleansing (tazkiyah or sertu), if shared with halal products.

How AHF helps Documented tazkiyah or sertu when lines or equipment are shared

Layout

Facility and Operational Standards

The plant layout must support segregation of raw materials, work-in-progress goods, and finished products.

How AHF helps Flow, storage, and handling that keep halal identity intact

Staff

Dedicated Halal Production Staff

Dedicated staff may be required for halal production to prevent accidental contamination by employees unfamiliar with halal protocols.

How AHF helps Trained personnel assigned to halal runs and changeovers

Materials

Packaging Material Requirements

Packaging must not contain non-halal materials, such as gelatin-based adhesives or alcohol-based inks.

How AHF helps Packaging inputs reviewed for halal suitability

Labels

Clear Labeling for Export

Clear labeling is essential to avoid consumer confusion and to meet regulatory standards, especially for exports to countries with mandatory halal labeling requirements such as Indonesia.

How AHF helps Artwork and claims aligned to certified scope and destination markets

Sourcing

Ingredients Sourcing and Verification

All raw materials and additives must be free from non-halal substances, such as pork derivatives, alcohol, or non-zabiha animal products.

How AHF helps Traceability that protects halal integrity across the supply chain

Traceability

Supply Chain Integrity

Co-manufacturers must have a robust traceability system to ensure halal integrity from ingredient sourcing through finished product.

How AHF helps Documented inputs matched to what runs on the line

Records

Audit and Documentation Requirements

A complete record of all production activities, from ingredient sourcing to final product shipment, must be available for inspection during audits.

How AHF helps Production logs, SOPs, and shipment records ready for review

SOPs

Halal-Aligned Standard Operating Procedures

The facility needs to demonstrate that it follows Standard Operating Procedures aligned with halal standards during audits.

How AHF helps SOPs that show halal controls are in effect on the floor

“We already run GMP and HACCP. Is that enough for halal?”

Quality systems help, but halal extends beyond ingredients to production methods, cross-contamination risks, and facility practices. Co-manufacturing facilities on shared lines need rigorous halal audits to protect halal integrity.

How It Works

An Efficient 3-Step Certification Process

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Application

AHF will process your application with no cost
Your account executive guides you through determining the halal status of the facility and its products
Typical timeline: 5-7 business days

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The Opportunity

Access Growing Halal Markets as a Co-Manufacturer.

The global halal market is expected to exceed $4 trillion by 2030. Certification helps co-manufacturing facilities meet regulatory requirements, attract global brands, and diversify product lines.

$4T+

Global halal market by 2030

20+

Countries where AHF manufacturers operate

3wks

Average time to certification

Why Choose AHF

The AHF Difference

AHF certifies to the highest halal standards acceptable to all 2 billion halal consumers.

Universal Consumer Acceptance

AHF certifies to the highest halal standards acceptable to all 2 billion halal consumers.

Who Signs What

Co-Manufacturing Facility

Maintain an internal Halal Committee responsible for overseeing halal production
Sign the Halal Agreement defining certification parameters for the facility
Report material changes to suppliers, ingredients, or production processes to AHF

FAQ

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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.

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What Is Halal Certification for Co-Manufacturing Facilities?

Halal certification for co-manufacturing facilities ensures that products made under shared or outsourced production processes comply with Islamic dietary laws.

Co-manufacturing refers to third-party production, where companies outsource part or all of their manufacturing to another facility.

Since halal status extends beyond ingredients to include production methods, cross-contamination risks, and facility practices, co-manufacturing facilities need to undergo rigorous halal audits.

Certification enables access to high-growth markets in Indonesia, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, helps meet mandatory halal import rules, and attracts brand owners who need halal-certified co-packers.

AHF supports co-manufacturers across food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care with integrative audits that align with existing quality systems where possible.

Halal Certification for Co-Manufacturing Facilities

The AHF Halal Certificate is Recognized Across 180+ International Markets

Halal Certification Requirements for Co-Manufacturing Facilities

“We already run GMP and HACCP. Is that enough for halal?”