Halal certification

What is Halal certification?

Certification that a product contains no ingredients or processing aids forbidden under Islamic law — most commonly ethanol and animal derivatives — and that manufacturing avoids cross-contamination. It is a practical requirement for mainstream retail in Malaysia and Indonesia and a strong differentiator in the Gulf. Recognised bodies include JAKIM, MUI and, in Korea, KMF.

At a glance

Category

Regulatory

Also known as

할랄 인증

Korean term

할랄 인증

Last reviewed

July 23, 2026

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