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Get Halal Certification from an Internationally Accredited Halal Certifying Body
Halal Watch is a leading halal certification agency in the USA providing internationally recognized halal certificates through structured audits, ingredient verification, and compliance reviews.
Why Choose us
America’s Leading Halal Certification Body
with International Accreditation
Halal Watch is an internationally accredited halal certification body with over 40 years of experience. Our halal certificates are recognized by regulatory authorities, religious organizations, and global buyers across the USA and international halal markets.
As a trusted halal certification provider, we help businesses reduce compliance risks, meet buyer requirements, and move halal products to market with confidence. Our team understands the operational realities of manufacturing and works closely with clients to ensure a smooth and practical certification process.
Why Businesses Choose Halal Watch
- Fast halal certification process with most approvals completed in 4–6 weeks
- Competitive, transparent pricing
- Support for export readiness to international markets
- International halal accreditation and recognition
- Certificates accepted in over 50 global halal export markets
- Detailed halal audits conducted by trained inspectors
- Transparent and compliance-focused certification process
- Thorough documentation review for complete regulatory alignment
- Over 40 years of trusted halal certification experience
Accreditations & Recognitions
International Halal Accreditation for Global Market Access
Halal Watch holds respected international Halal Accreditation from recognized authorities worldwide. Our certification allows manufacturers to access regulated halal markets without repeated approvals or documentation gaps.
Our certifications support exports to Indonesia, Malaysia, UAE, Singapore, Thailand, South Africa, and other key regions where halal compliance is mandatory.
Under the leadership of Imam Mansoor Rafiq Umar, our certification follows halal standards aligned with GSO 993, MS 1500, UAE 2055-4, and ISO 22000.
Government Regulatory Authority
USDA United States Department of Agriculture
Halal Regulatory Authority
USDHS United States Department of Halal Services
Islamic Certification Authority
CICOT Thailand Central Islamic Council
Islamic Certification Body
MJC Muslim Judicial Council South Africa
State Regulatory Authority
New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
Halal Certification Authority
NHIT National Halal Integrity and Trust
Economic Impact & Growth
Tap Into the 2.3 Trillion Dollar Halal Economy
The global halal economy exceeds $2.3 trillion, driven by demand for certified halal foods, ingredients, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Over 2 billion consumers worldwide prefer halal-compliant products, making halal certification essential for businesses seeking domestic growth and international export opportunities.
Seamless Market Access
Entry into regulated export markets including Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey
Reach Muslim Consumers in the USA
Access to a growing base of Muslim consumers in the United States
Retailer Approval
Approval from international retailers that require halal-certified food
Government and Institutional Eligibility
Eligibility for government and institutional food contracts
Core Halal Requirements
Understanding Halal Requirements and Certification Standards
Halal means permissible under Islamic law. For food and consumer products, halal requirements apply to ingredients, sourcing, processing, storage, and handling.
Core Halal Requirements
Halal certification requirements vary by industry and product type. Our team reviews ingredients, suppliers, and facility processes to confirm compliance with international halal standards.
- No pork or pork derived ingredients
- No alcohol or intoxicants
- No blood or blood products
- No carnivorous animals
- Animals slaughtered using approved Islamic slaughtering methods
- Production free from cross contamination
- Clean and safe processing conditions
Compliance Standards
Halal Certification Services and
Compliance Standards
Halal certification ensures your products meet international standards across all stages of production and handling, including:
Ingredients and sourcing
Production processes
Storage and handling
Sanitation and hygiene
Halal-compliant slaughter methods
Certification is audit-based and aligned with global halal standards. Our team reviews ingredients, suppliers, facility operations, and documentation to confirm full compliance, helping businesses achieve reliable and internationally recognized halal certification.
Halal Certification Standards
Halal Watch supports businesses through the full certification process, from initial application to final approval, ensuring compliance, credibility, and seamless market access.
Our certification follows recognized halal standards aligned with:
- GSO 993
- MS 1500
- UAE 2055-4
- ISO 22000
Our Services
Halal Certification Services Across All Industries
Halal Watch provides audit-focused halal certification for manufacturers across regulated and consumer-driven industries. We emphasize accuracy, traceability, and long-term compliance.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Cheese & Dairy
Beverages
Meat and Poultry
Natural vs. Artificial Flavours
Pharmaceuticals
Private Label Brands
Food Service
Chemicals
Each certification supports compliance, labeling accuracy, and market acceptance for domestic and international markets.
Certificate Process
Simple and Transparent Halal Certification Process in 6 Steps
Our halal certification process follows a structured six-step audit and compliance workflow designed to ensure accuracy, traceability, and standards alignment.
01
Initial Contact
Timeline: 1 Business Day
Speak with our halal certification specialists for a consultation. Receive a clear explanation of requirements and a quote within 24 hours.
02
Proposal Approval
Timeline: Some Day
Review and approve the certification proposal. A confidentiality agreement protects your business information.
03
Down Payment
Timeline: Some Day
Submit a 50% deposit to begin your certification process and secure your timeline. (Non-refundable)
04
Documentation Submission
Timeline: 1 Business Day
Upload required documents via our secure portal, including ingredient lists, supplier approvals, and production flow charts.
05
Halal Audit
Timeline: 1 Business Day
Our auditors inspect sourcing, equipment, sanitation, cross-contamination controls, and halal slaughter procedures where applicable.
06
Certificate Issuance
Timeline: 1 Business Day
After approval and final payment, receive your official halal certificate recognized internationally.
Blogs & News
Halal Insights
Get key information and expert perspectives on products and services that comply with Islamic dietary and ethical standards. Explore global market trends, certification processes, and the expanding halal economy.
Learn the essential criteria businesses must meet to obtain reliable halal certification and ensure compliance with international standards.
Explore the factors that influence halal certification fees, including facility size, product range, and industry type.
Understand the core principles and practices that distinguish halal and kosher food systems.
Case Study
Case Study
Keymar Warehouse
After completing halal certification with Halal Watch, World Select Cuts expanded exports to Malaysia, UAE, and Singapore. The audit ensured full compliance with international standards, increased buyer confidence, and accelerated market approval timelines.
World Select Cuts
Learn how Keymar Warehouse turned a customer requirement into a compliance-driven advantage with Halal Watch World. Our structured certification process helped them secure regulatory approval, build credibility, and expand their reach in global halal markets.
FAQs
Halal Certification FAQs Your Questions Answered
Certification typically takes 4–8 weeks, depending on documentation, facility size, and audit scheduling.
Cost depends on facility size, product range, industry type, required audit scope, typically ranging between $3,000 and $70,000.
Animal-based ingredients must come from halal-certified suppliers. Plant-based ingredients require verification documentation.
Yes. Our international accreditations support acceptance in Malaysia, Indonesia, UAE, Singapore, and over 50 countries.
Halal refers to permissibility under Islamic law, while halal certified indicates third-party verification that is documented and approved.
International acceptance depends on accreditation and export market recognition. Accredited international halal certification USA issued by a recognized certification body is accepted in regulated halal import countries.
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Our team will answer all your questions. We ensure a quick response.