Halal Certification: Why It Matters & How to Get One in Malaysia

Understanding the Benefits, Requirements, and Application Process for Halal Certification in Malaysia
March 25, 2025 by
Halal Certification: Why It Matters & How to Get One in Malaysia
CONZLAB BERHAD 202301040401 (1534320P), Mira

What is a Halal Certificate? 

T​he Halal Certificate is an official document issued by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), confirming that a product, premise, or service adheres to Islamic dietary and hygiene laws. JAKIM’s certification is among the most recognized and respected halal certifications worldwide, ensuring compliance with the Malaysia Halal Standard (MS 1500:2009).

Categories of Malaysia Halal Certification

  • Edible Goods & Nutritional Products (Food, beverages, and dietary supplements)
  • Hospitality & Dining Establishments (Restaurants, cafés, and hotels)
  • Household & Consumer Products (Non-food items used in daily life)
  • Beauty & Personal Care Items (Cosmetics, skincare, and grooming essentials)
  • Meat Processing & Abattoirs (Slaughterhouses and meat-handling facilities)
  • Medical & Pharmaceutical Goods (Medicines, supplements, and healthcare items)
  • Supply Chain & Logistics (Transport, storage, and distribution services)

Who Can Apply?

Businesses eligible to apply include:

  • Manufacturers & Producers – Companies involved in producing halal-certified goods.
  • Sub-contract Manufacturers – Third-party manufacturers producing goods on behalf of another company.
  • Repackaging Companies – Businesses repackaging products for retail or wholesale purposes.
  • Food Premises – Restaurants, cafés, catering services, and other food-related establishments.
  • Slaughterhouses & Abattoirs – Facilities handling meat processing and slaughtering.

Key Application Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be registered with SSM or relevant authorities.
  • Hold a valid business license from local authorities.
  • Be fully operational before applying.
  • Ensure all products comply with halal standards.
  • Source halal-certified ingredients.
  • Submit applications covering all products from the facility.
  • Provide halal certification for repackaged products.

Ineligible Applications

Applications will be rejected if they involve:

  • Non-halal products or mixed halal/non-halal operations.
  • Misleading names (e.g., ‘bacon’, ‘beer’, ‘hotdog’).
  • Unprocessed natural products (fresh vegetables, raw eggs, etc.).
  • Items like fertilizers, crockery, and paper products.
  • Hotels serving pork-based menus.
  • Products still in R&D stages.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • Completed MYeHALAL forms
  • Halal ingredient certificates
  • SSM registration & business license
  • Financial statement (for hotels/resorts)
  • OEM agreements (if applicable)
  • Employment contracts & ICs of Halal Executive & Muslim workers
  • DCA & DVS approvals (if applicable)
  • Production flowchart, packaging details, factory layout

Application Process

  1. Submit an online application via MYeHALAL.
  2. Upload supporting documents to JAKIM/JAIN.
  3. Application review & completeness check.
  4. Make payment & schedule an audit.
  5. On-site audit & lab testing (if needed).
  6. Corrective action for non-conformance (if required).
  7. Final decision by the Certification Panel.
  8. Issuance of Halal Certificate for approved applications

Certificate Usage Conditions

  • Cannot be transferred, sold, or altered.
  • Must comply with halal laws & regulations.
  • Report changes in business details (name, address, ingredients, suppliers).
  • Certificates may be revoked for non-compliance.
  • Must display the original certificate at all times.
  • Halal Logo must include the MS number & reference file number.

Validity & Renewal

  • Valid for 2 years.
  • Renewal must be applied at least 3 months before expiry.

More Halal Information

For official guidelines:

  • Manual Procedure for Malaysia Halal Certification (Third Revision) 2014
  • MYeHALAL Application Portal 

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Halal Certification: Why It Matters & How to Get One in Malaysia
CONZLAB BERHAD 202301040401 (1534320P), Mira March 25, 2025
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