What is Halal Certification?
Definition
Halal certification is a process that verifies a product’s compliance with Islamic dietary laws. It ensures that products are free from any components that Muslims are prohibited from consuming according to Islamic law.
Market Importance
Essential for exporting products to Islamic markets and activating domestic Muslim tourism in service sectors such as restaurants and hotels.
Reliability
Certifications are issued after thorough audits by Muslim professional auditors and approved by the Shariah Committee, chaired by certified Muftis.
Certification Sectors?
Manufacturing Plants
– Food and health supplements
– Cosmetics
– Personal hygiene goods
– Pharmaceuticals
– Medical devices
– Abattoirs and slaughterhouses
Halal Services
– Dining (restaurants, cafes, franchises)
– Hotels and lodging
– Logistics
– Transportation
– Tourism services
Certificate Types
1. Halal Certificate: For manufacturing plants
2. Certificate of Shariah Compliance: For service providers
Certification Process
CA : Corrective Action
N.C : Non Compliant
Halal Certification Expenses Support (Government Grant Program)
- Food product: Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (www.at.or.kr/home/apen000000/index.action) / Korea Food Research Institute (www.foodcerti.or.kr)
- Seafood product: Korea Fisheries Association (www.korfish.or.kr)
- SME for food and non-food product: Small and Medium Enterprise Export Support Center (www.exportcenter.go.kr)
- Export Voucher: KOTRA (www.exportvoucher.com/portal/sample/main)