1. Definition of Halal

• “Halal” means lawful or permitted.
• “Non-Halal (Haram)” means prohibited as per the Islamic Law (Shariah).

2. Certification Requirements of Halal

Halal Symbol

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  Middle East

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  Malaysia

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  Singapore

3. Food additives

Animal based materials, flavors, colors, enhancers, vitamins, emulsifiers; organic acids are required for the Halal certificate.

4. Regional Recognition (No worldwide recognition is available)

• Middle East – MOIAT (Previously, ESMA)
• Malaysia - JAKIM
• Indonesia - MUI
• Singapore – MUIS Warees Halal