What Should Be Considered When Obtaining Halal Food Certification?

How to Obtain Halal Food Certification?

Businesses wishing to obtain Halal Food Certification must complete certain processes to document that their production is in compliance with Islamic law. These processes involve inspections and approvals from certification bodies. Here are the essential steps to follow in order to obtain Halal food certification:

Choosing a Certification Body
The first step in obtaining a Halal certificate is to contact an accredited and authorized certification body. In Turkey, there are several organizations providing Halal certification. At Kayra Belgelendirme, we offer expert consultancy services in this field.

Application Process
During the application process, the business must provide detailed information about its products and production processes. The following information is typically required during the application:

Product content
Details of the production processes
Information about raw materials and the supply chain
Inspection Process
After the application, the business's production facility will be visited by independent auditors. During these inspections, the following points will be evaluated:
Compliance with Islamic rules (e.g., no use of pork products or alcohol)
Hygiene standards
Product processing and storage methods
Employee training and practices
Analysis and Laboratory Tests
In some cases, laboratory analyses are conducted to examine the product content in detail. For example, the presence of non-Halal additives in the products will be checked.

Certification and Approval
Once the inspections and tests are completed, and if it is confirmed that all processes are in compliance with Islamic law, the business will be issued a Halal Food Certificate. This certificate is valid for a specific period and should be renewed at regular intervals.

Ongoing Monitoring
After receiving the Halal Food Certificate, businesses are subject to regular monitoring and inspections. This process is necessary to maintain the validity of the certification.

At Kayra Belgelendirme, we provide detailed guidance and support to businesses throughout the Halal Food Certification process. From analyzing production processes to obtaining certification approval, we are with you at every step.