Chapter 2: Introduction to Halal Certification in Malaysia (ISH 300)

CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION TO HALAL CERTIFICATION IN MALAYSIA ISH 300: Malaysian Halal Laws  THE ENFORCEMENT OF HALAL IN ISLAM The term "halal" refers to the area of living arrangements of Muslims that guided by halalan ṭayyib, namely purity, hygiene and he...

CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCTION TO HALAL CERTIFICATION IN MALAYSIA ISH 300: Malaysian Halal Laws  THE ENFORCEMENT OF HALAL IN ISLAM The term "halal" refers to the area of living arrangements of Muslims that guided by halalan ṭayyib, namely purity, hygiene and healthy living as well as halal. The “halal” food which is capable of forming personal skills that ultimately contribute to the formation of the nation. As Muslims, we must ensure a source of food and beverages is lawful and meet Islamic dietary guidelines (Surah al-Baqarah 2: 168) ‫ان ِإنَّهُ لَ ُك ْم‬ َ ‫ش ْي‬ ِ ‫ط‬ َّ ‫ت ال‬ ُ ‫ط ِيِّبًا َوال تَت َّ ِبعُوا ُخ‬ ِ ‫ط َوا‬ َ ‫ض َحالال‬ ِ ‫األر‬ ُ َّ‫يَا أَيُّ َها الن‬ ْ ‫اس ُكلُوا ِم َّما فِي‬ ‫عد ٌُّو ُم ِبين‬ َ Halal is an Arabic word name. The basic halla, yahillu, which means free, release, break, dissolve and allow. Terms halal opposed to illegal or out of something illegal. In addition, halal according to al-Qaradawi (1994), something that is required, that no binding ban and allowed her to do so by legislation. Clearly, halal is something that is a must and allowed Islamic law. Al-Ghazali (1998) and al-Qaradawi (2002) also clarifies the meaning of halal, which covers all major sources of human food either from animals, plants, natural materials, chemicals and microorganisms contained between lawful and unlawful law. Halal and haram debate also involves elements of biotechnology in food products and other personal goods, such as clothing, toiletries and cosmetics. Based on the definition of the language and terminology, it can be concluded that the halal refers to something that is legal in Islamic law for humans eat, use, and so on. Halal food products alone is not sufficient but must include aspects of "good" (tayyib) that is clean, safe and quality. Since the production of a food product comprising a particular process, starting from the selection, preparation of materials, manufacture, production, storage, transfer, distribution until the product is presented to the user, then the "halal" should cover the whole network starting from its source. WHY HALAL INTEREST IN MALAYSIA ? WHY HALAL INTEREST IN MALAYSIA ? STATE OF ISLAMIC GLOBAL REPORT 2019/2020 STATE OF ISLAMIC GLOBAL REPORT 2019/2020 Factors of Halal Industry Development Malaysia Is Leading Number One Malaysia Is Leading Number One  The Importance of Halal Certification in Malaysia Increase Revenue The development of the halal industry to increase national (hasil) income. Our country, which has been thriving in the halal industry will export its products abroad. In addition to our country, other countries are not left to develop the halal industry in their country Increase Revenue Local people's income will also increase due to the development Locals of the halal industry in our country. Halal industry development to create jobs for the locals. For example, traders halal food and beverages, bank manager, the seller of cosmetics, etc. Foreign Direct Developments in the halal industry is also attracting foreign Investment investors to invest in our country. Malaysia also has eight halal industrial park. The halal industry parks provide a lot of convenience. It encourages foreign investment into our country.  HALAL CERTIFICATION Malaysia Halal certificate is an official document stating the Halal status of products or services according to Malaysia Halal Certification scheme issued by Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia (JAKIM) HALAL CERTIFICATION SCHEMES OEM MEDICAL DEVICES CONDITION OF MALAYSIAN HALAL CERTIFICATION (JAKIM) Applicant or manufacture shall : 1. Register with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) / Malaysian Co-operative Societies Commission /other government agencies 2. Hold a business license from the Local Authorities (PBT)/ testimonial from government agencies 3. Must full operation before an application is made 4. Produce and /or handle only halal products and in compliance with the specific halal standard 5.Must ensure the sources for ingredients are halal and choose suppliers who supply halal materials or have obtained recognized halal certificate 6. It is applying for all types/menu which are produced by the factory/premise 7. Application for repackaging must be accompanied with recognized halal certificate for the said product MANUAL PROCEDURE FOR MALAYSIA HALAL CERTIFICATION (THIRD REVISION) 2014pg.15 Applications which are not eligible to apply halal certificates i. non-halal products; ii. any application with no standard reference/ guideline; iii. companies that produce and distribute halal and non-halal products; iv. usage of similar branding for halal and non-halal products; v.product/ food premise which gives negative implication towards religion and social (example: karaoke centre, entertainment centre, drug, cigarette, hair dye, nail polish and others); vi.natural products which does not involve any processing such as fresh fish, fresh vegetables, fresh egg and the like; vii. fertilizer and animal feed; viii. crockery; ix. paper; Applications which are not eligible to apply halal certificates x.products which use the name or synonymous names with nonhalal products or confusing terms such as ham, bak kut teh, bacon, beer, rum, hotdog, charsiew and the like; xi. local and imported finished products which are relabelled without undergoing any processes in Malaysia; xii.kitchen/ food premise/ food catering services which prepare haram cuisine as decreed in Shariah law; xiii. products which are in the early stages of research and development (R&D); xiv.products that can lead to deviation of aqidah, superstition and deception; and xv. hotel with kitchen that prepares pork-based menu. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS MPPHM 2020 (PAGE 22-34) 1-17  2. the company is producing and distributing 3. natural product halal and non halal which doesnt involve 1. product is products any processing not halal reasons of unsuccessful application of halal 6. drugs or certification products categorized as 4. product that use the pharmaceutic name or synonymous al products by names which non halal MOH products or confusing 7. products that lead to terms deviation aqidah, superstition and deception 5. product that labelled with names anynonymous to 8. fertilizers and animal confusing terminologies feed  THE DEVELOPMENT OF HALAL CERTIFICATION (History of halal certification in Malaysia)  THE DEVELOPMENT OF HALAL CERTIFICATION The rapid development of Halal certification in Malaysia has prompted the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) to extend its halal section into a much bigger organisation in 2005, officially named JAKIM’s Halal Hub. JAKIM was the world’s first halal certification body responsible for monitoring the halal industry, leading to the amendment of Malaysia’s Trade Description Act in 2011 which gives JAKIM a much stronger mandate to regulate the halal industry. JAKIM’s recognition programme for international Halal bodies is the most stringent and sought-after bilateral halal system recognition programme in the world with over 50 international bodies registered to-date. The iconic Malaysia Halal logo is the most sought- after, globally-recognised hallmark that serves as an emblem for the country’s reputation as the world’s leading halal hub.  Realising the vast economic potential of the halal industry, a developmental agency named the Halal Industry Development Corporation (HDC) was also formed under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) in 2008. The agency is tasked to develop Malaysia’s industrial capacity and bring in foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country.  Malaysia plays host to two of the most important annual events in the halal industry, namely the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) and the World Halal Forum (WHF). Both play a important role in building the country’s reputation as the global reference and trade centre for the new mainstream halal industry since 2003. With the government’s full support and heavy involvements, Malaysia’s credibility and leadership in the halal sector is also recognised by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).  There is no end to the variety of halal products and services that can be found in Malaysia; from halal food to Islamic banking, Malaysia provides end-to-end Halal goods with universal appeal. This, coupled with a conducive environment and Government-backed policies and initiatives, strengthens Malaysia’s position as the nucleus of the global halal industry. HISTORY OF DEVELOPMENT ON HALAL CERTIFICATION IN MALAYSIA 1974 Prime Minister gave the halal certification products that meet the requirements Islamic law to research centre of islamic affairs division. Halal certificate is given in the form of a certificate with the halal 1994 logo. 30th SEPTEMBER Halal inspections were carried out by Ilham Daya, a 1998 company appointed by the government. 1st SEPTEMBER 2002 The government decided that all halal certification activities will be conducted by JAKIM's Food and Islamic Consumer Products Division which comprised only of 28 positions. 17th NOVEMBER 2005 Due to the rapid development of the food industry in this country and in order to meet the needs of the Muslim population, on 17th November 2005, the Public Service Department of Malaysia approved a total of 165 positions from different schemes, grades and designations to create the newly Halal named Industry Halal Hub Division. Development Corporation took over the 2nd APRIL 2008, management of all halal certification activities. 8 JULY , 2009 However the Cabinet meeting on July 8, 2009, has resolved the Malaysian Halal certification management within and outside the country returned to JAKIM until now.