Halal certified products list and detailed information
Food/Food ingredients/Beverages
Food and beverages are the most commonly known targets for halal certification.
For example, it is common to see the halal certification mark on curry sold at general food stores. What is less known is that this halal certification mark does not only refer to the absence of “pork,” “alcohol,” and “non-halal meat” in the ingredients list, but also indicates that all ingredients on the ingredients list do not contain any ingredients derived from “pork,” “alcohol,” or “non-halal meat.” Therefore, an extremely important part of the halal certification process is the halal nature of food ingredients, including food additives.
Depending on the raw materials, most of those available in Japan may be derived from pork or non-halal meat, and some well-known examples include “shortening,” “lard,” and “gelatin.” In order to obtain halal certification, such raw materials must be removed, replaced with food ingredients that maintain their halal nature (such as fish), or replaced with similar raw materials that have been certified as halal. If you are looking for halal-certified food ingredients or additives, please contact us using the inquiry form above.
Cosmetics/Cosmetic ingredients
Although it is not common in Japan, in Malaysia and Indonesia, halal certification is becoming more common for products other than food that are indirectly ingested by humans or that come into contact with the human body. The most typical example is cosmetics, and halal certification is also being given to the cosmetic ingredients that make up these. Familiar examples include perfumes, skin cosmetics, and lipstick, as well as medicinal products such as toothpaste and soap. MPJA has an extensive track record in halal certification of cosmetics and cosmetic ingredients.
OTC (over-the-counter) medicines
This category includes pharmaceutical products for human use that meet Halal and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. These products must be approved by the relevant authorities and include dietary supplements, over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, medicinal herbs and oils, etc. Each product type must take into account specific regulatory requirements, as products must be guaranteed to be Halal and safe before they reach consumers and patients. The aim is to benefit both manufacturers and consumers, with an emphasis on transparency and reliability.
*Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) refers to a set of quality standards that must be met during manufacturing and requirements for the management of the manufacturing process. In Japanese, it is expressed as “Standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing management and quality control.” (Reference: https://japia-gr.jp/bulk-pharmaceuticals/gmp )
Consumer Goods
The Consumer Goods category is for products other than food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals that meet the standards set by the MPJA and Halal-related institutions.
This certification category can cover a wide range of products, including primary packaging materials, household products, animal products (hair, skin, bones), chemicals for drinking water treatment, and other food contact materials. These products may not directly fall into the traditional food, cosmetic, or pharmaceutical categories, but they play a vital role in delivering these goods to consumers. The existence of such a dedicated certification category for consumer goods ensures that they meet Halal standards for consumer peace of mind.
slaughterhouse
Halal certification at slaughterhouses has progressed significantly over the past decade. Thanks to everyone’s understanding of halal and the efforts of slaughterhouse managers and employees, the popularity of halal wagyu beef is beginning to spread not only within Japan but also overseas. Wagyu beef is still popular in Asian countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia, and in countries with many wealthy people overseas, and the wagyu beef business continues to expand. Our association has been certifying slaughterhouses as halal certification targets for the past few years, and the scope of certification is not limited to beef, but also chicken, duck, goat, and other meats. In order to obtain halal certification, it is necessary to be inspected not only by our association but also by the country to which the product is exported. At that time, our association has extensive experience and track record in slaughterhouse certification, so we can provide the knowledge and wisdom to make the certification process go smoothly.
logistics
The most ideal halal certification system would be one that guarantees halal coverage at every stage of the supply chain, from the procurement and delivery of raw materials, which is the first step in the manufacturing process, to when the product reaches the consumer. To complete this, halal certification of logistics, such as warehouses that transport and store products, is being established as an emerging field. Our association is currently coordinating to provide halal certification to transportation and warehousing businesses.
Restaurants/Accommodation
Halal certification for restaurants and other food establishments, as well as accommodation facilities, including restaurants in hotels, has already been widely implemented in Japan as a way to accommodate inbound tourists. Important points in halal certification for restaurants and accommodation facilities include conditions such as the prohibition of serving non-halal food and alcohol within the facility, and the requirement to employ Muslim employees. In Japan, only ethnic restaurants serving Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian cuisines, and establishments that specialize in catering to Muslims, can meet these extremely strict standards.
Therefore , MPJA has established a system called “Muslim-Friendly Certification” that is more relaxed than Halal certification and is only applicable to restaurants and accommodation facilities in order to adapt to the Japanese environment. By using this “MPJA Muslim-Friendly Certification”, it is possible to serve non-Halal food ingredients, including alcohol, provided that thorough separation is maintained within the facility, and the employment of Muslim employees is not mandatory. One of the features of the “MPJA Muslim-Friendly Certification” is that it has been recommended by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), and has the advantage of being recognized by Malaysia’s Halal certification body while being adapted to the Japanese environment.
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