Exploring the Core Principles of Halal Certification: An Analytical Approach to Understanding Compliance and Standards

Abstract

The halal certificate is a legal document certifying that products and services meant for Muslims comply with Islamic law and are therefore permitted for use in countries with a majority of Muslims as well as in Western countries with substantial Muslim populations. A need for halal certification emerged when Muslims had trouble finding halal items that adhered to Islamic principles. The difficulty for customers in determining whether products are halal has grown in tandem with the complexity of modern supply chains and the globalization of trade. To appease Muslim customers, formal halal certification procedures emerged. A systematic system of halal certification emerged in the twentieth century, mostly in nations with a Muslim majority. The Islamic Council has set standards that allow the use of the Halal mark, and a process known as halal certification that verifies that a product meets halal standards. Over time, the halal certification process evolved, incorporating more comprehensive standards and guidelines to address various industries beyond food, such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the core principles and guidelines governing Halal certification and explores the requirements of Halal certification specifically for cosmetics, emphasizing the importance of sourcing, formulation, and production processes that comply with Islamic law