PT. Supa Surya Niaga is a company based in Indonesia that produces cashew processing and seasoning spice1. The company has been certified by MUI (Majelis Ulama Indonesia), which is a halal certification body in Indonesia2.

The MUI is a pioneer of halal certification in Indonesia and is recognized as a leading halal inspection body2. The criteria for halal certification include having a HAS (Halal Assurance System) certificate, obtaining A status in all registered facilities, and performing a halal audit3. In addition to being MUI Halal certified, PT. Supa Surya Niaga is also FSSC 22000, FDA, and INC registered4.

Halal certification is a process that ensures that a product or service meets the Islamic dietary laws. In Indonesia, the halal certification is issued by LPPOM MUI (Lembaga Pengkajian Pangan, Obat-obatan, dan Kosmetika Majelis Ulama Indonesia), which is a halal certification body. LPPOM MUI has been trusted for 33 years to carry out halal certification by more than 32,000 companies spread across 65 countries5.

The process of halal certification requires companies to apply for certification, provide details about their products, compositions, ingredients, additives, and processing aid to manufacture food products, and provide suppliers of ingredients, additives, and processing aid with their relevant halal certification if they have6. Once the desktop audit is confirmed and the required fees are paid for MUI halal certification, a physical audit at the site is planned for MUI halal certification6. Companies must register for halal certification and meet the requirements of halal certification7.

In addition to LPPOM MUI, there are other halal certification bodies worldwide, such as WHFC, JAKIM, and MUIS8.

What is Halal certified company?

Halal certification ensures that the products and services offered by a company meet the requirements specified by Islamic dietary laws.

A halal certified company is a business that has obtained certification indicating that its products and services comply with the Islamic dietary laws and guidelines. The term “halal” means permissible or lawful in Arabic and refers to various aspects of Islamic law, including food and beverage consumption, as well as other goods and services.

Halal certification ensures that the products and services offered by a company meet the requirements specified by Islamic dietary laws. These laws are derived from the Quran, the holy book of Islam, and the Hadiths, which are the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad.

Muslims who follow these guidelines seek halal products and services to adhere to their religious beliefs and practices.
To obtain halal certification, a company typically goes through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by a recognized halal certification authority or organization. The certification process may involve inspecting the company’s premises, ingredients, manufacturing processes, and supply chains to ensure compliance with halal standards.

Criteria for Halal Certification

The specific requirements for halal certification can vary depending on the certification authority and the region or country. However, some common criteria for halal certification include:

  1. 1. Ingredients: All ingredients used in the production of the company’s products must be halal. This means they should not contain any pork, alcohol, or other prohibited substances according to Islamic dietary laws.
  2. 2. Processing and Manufacturing: The company must ensure that its manufacturing processes, including equipment and facilities, are free from any cross-contamination with non-halal substances. Proper sanitation and segregation measures are necessary to maintain halal integrity.
  3. 3. Supply Chain: The certification process also involves evaluating the company’s supply chain to ensure that all raw materials and ingredients used are from halal sources. This evaluation may extend to auditing suppliers and verifying their compliance with halal requirements.
  4. 4. Documentation and Traceability: The company must maintain proper documentation and records to demonstrate compliance with halal standards. This includes keeping records of ingredients, suppliers, manufacturing processes, and any other relevant information.

Once a company successfully meets the criteria and requirements set by the halal certification authority, it receives a halal certification mark or label. This mark indicates that the products and services offered by the company are halal and suitable for consumption or use by Muslims.

Conclusion

Halal certification can benefit companies in various ways. It allows them to tap into the growing global halal market, which includes not only Muslim consumers but also non-Muslims who seek halal products for various reasons such as health, quality assurance, and ethical considerations. Halal certification can enhance a company’s reputation, build consumer trust, and open up new business opportunities.

Therefore, PT. Supa Surya Niaga has reputable and recognized certification bodies to ensure compliance with the relevant standards and regulations.

Citations:
[1] https://cashewonline.com/about-us/
[2] https://halalmui.org/en/about-us/
[3] https://halalmui.org/en/heres-a-list-of-companies-winners-has-award-2021-is-your-company-included/
[4] https://www.tridge.com/sellers/pt-supa-surya-niaga
[5] https://halalmui.org/en/homepage/
[6] https://addwise.co.in/halal-certification/
[7] https://indoservice.co.id/how-to-get-mui-halal-certificate/
[8] https://www.isahalal.com/global-halal-recognition/halal-accreditation