Get Integrated Non-GMO Certification

American Halal Foundation (AHF), recognized for more than $1 Billion generated in certified product growth, now offers integrated Non-GMO Certification with Halal. Our streamlined dual-certification process enables you to:

Reduce audit time, cost, and operational disruption with a single inspection
Satisfy both ethical and clean label demands from consumers and retailers
Strengthen trust and transparency across your entire supply chain

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How Does a Non-GMO + Halal Integrated Audit Work?

1	Initial Application & Scope Alignment
You complete a single, consolidated application that covers both Halal and Non-GMO scopes, product categories, facility details, process flow, and sourcing. AHF then develops a synchronized audit plan addressing both standards.

2

Pre-Audit Document Review

Our technical experts evaluate your:

Halal Assurance System (HAS)
Non-GMO Compliance Program
Ingredient specifications, supplier affidavits, segregation controls, and process flows

3

On-Site Integrated Audit

A dual-competent audit team conducts a single on-site visit to assess:

Halal Compliance: Ingredient integrity, contamination control, employee practices
Non-GMO Requirements: IP handling, traceability, testing protocols, and risk management
Where overlap exists (e.g., segregation, sanitation, documentation), it’s assessed once, efficiently.

4	Corrective Actions & Technical Review
After the audit, we provide a unified report with clear labeling of any non-conformances. Shared issues only need to be corrected once where applicable.

5

Certification Issuance

Once all criteria are met and corrective actions verified, your facility receives:

A globally recognized Halal Certificate
A Non-GMO Certificate supporting clean label and transparency claims

Non-GMO + Halal Certification Requirements Overlap

Requirement Category	Non-GMO Requirement	Halal Requirement	Overlap/Integration Opportunity
Ingredient Sourcing	Must verify no GMO-derived ingredients	Must ensure ingredients are from halal (non-haram) sources	Shared ingredient approval process and supplier affidavits
Traceability & IP Handling	Identity Preservation (IP) system to trace non-GMO inputs	Must trace ingredients back to halal-compliant sources	Shared traceability system and recordkeeping protocols
Cross-Contamination Control	Measures to avoid GMO cross-contact during production	Measures to prevent najis/haram contamination (e.g., pork, alcohol)	Common segregation, sanitation, and changeover SOPs
Documentation & Recordkeeping	Detailed records of sourcing, testing, and handling	Documented Halal Assurance System (HAS), ingredient specs, halal certificates	Unified document control and audit readiness
Employee Training	Staff must understand non-GMO procedures and compliance	Staff must be trained in halal practices and contamination risks	Combined training modules covering both schemes
Supplier Verification	Suppliers must confirm non-GMO status of materials	Suppliers must provide halal certificates or declarations	Shared supplier management and verification workflows

Why Choose AHF for Non-GMO + Halal Certification?

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)

Testimonials

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

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

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

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

…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

Apply for Halal Certification

The dual advantage of Non-GMO + Halal certification is helping manufacturers save costs, eliminate redundancies, and grow internationally.

To learn more about integrated Non-GMO certification with AHF, reach out to us at +1 (630) 759-4981 or fill out the form below.

FAQ

Are dried fruits and nuts halal?

Generally, dried fruits and nuts are considered halal as they are natural plant products. However, they must not be processed or packaged with any haram (forbidden) substances, such as alcohol or animal-based products.

Which nuts are halal?

All nuts in their natural form, including almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and cashews, are halal. Care should be taken with flavored or processed nuts as they might contain non-halal ingredients.

How do I get a halal certificate for my product?

To obtain a halal certificate, you need to apply through a recognized halal certification body. The process typically involves an application, a review of your manufacturing processes, and compliance with halal standards, followed by inspections and audits.

How do you check if a product is halal certified?

To check if a product is halal certified, look for a halal certification mark on the product’s packaging. You can also check the manufacturer’s website or contact their customer service for certification details.