What is HALAL?

HALAL from 2 Perspectives:

1. Islamic Perspective – HALAL act and consumption is an obligation to every Muslim

2. Industry Perspective – “Halalan Thoyyiban” concept provides good business opportunities for everyone, Muslims or non-Muslims alike

Malaysian Standard for HALAL:

1. Akta Perihal Dagangan 197 (Perintah Perihal Dagangan (Penggunaan Perbahasaan HALAL) 1975)

2. Akta Makanan 1983 (Kementerian Kesihatan) – Berhubung perlebalan, amalan kebersihan dan keselamatan makanan

3. Animal Ordinance 1953 dan Animal Rules 1962 (Jabatan Perkhidmatan Haiwan) – Berhubung penternakan haiwan, kawalan penyakit dll

4. Akta Kastam 1988 – Berhubung import/eksport daging HALAL

5. Akta/Enakmen Jenayah Syariah – Penandaan HALAL

6. Akta Kerajaan Tempatan 1976 (Akta 171) dan Undang-undang Kecil Pihak Berkuasa Tempatan

7. Akta Cap Dagangan 1976

Benefits of HALAL Certification

• HALAL logo is an instant recognition that a product has undergone stringent processes before being certified as safe for consumption
• If HALAL products are exported to other countries, it will automatically be the first choice for Muslim consumers as they are obligated to consume only HALAL food
• Products that were HALAL certified means it is wholesome, healthy and safe to consume and gives confidence to consumers
• The Malaysia HALAL logo is recognized and well known around the world. It gives an assurance to consumers prior to making a decision on purchasing a product