The halal certifiers in the Philippines is regulated under the Halal Act of 2016 (Republic Act 10817), which mandates the promotion of halal-certified goods for export and the regulation of halal certification in the country. The law created the Halal Export Development and Promotion Board, which includes various government agencies such as the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), and other departments to oversee its implementation. (See also Halal Business 101)
The Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB), under the DTI, is responsible for accrediting halal-certifying bodies, inspection entities, and laboratories. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) also supports the halal certification process through its network of OneLab laboratories that conduct halal testing.
As of 2020, here are the halal-certification bodies (HCBs) are recognized in the Philippines!
Top 5 Halal Certifiers in the Philippines
- Philippine Ulama Congress Organization, Inc.
- Halal Development Institute of the Philippines
- Islamic Da’wah Council of the Philippines (IDCP)
- Mindanao Halal Authority
- Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industries in the Philippines
- Muslim Mindanao Halal Certification Board
- Prime Certification and Inspection Asia Pacific (PCAP)
- Islamic Advocate on Halal and Development
- Alliance for Halal Integrity in the Philippines (AHIP)
These organizations play a critical role in certifying that products and services comply with halal standards, ensuring they meet the requirements of Islamic law.
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), established by Republic Act 9997 of 2010, also plays a vital role in accrediting halal certifiers and supporting the development of the halal industry across the country. The NCMF acts as the governing body for halal certification in the Philippines, with the goal of fostering the growth of the industry and supporting Muslim Filipino communities.
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Given the national efforts led by various stakeholders, the Philippines is continually enhancing its halal certification framework, paving the way for greater opportunities in both domestic and international markets.
