“Halal” is derived from the Arabic word for something that is permissible or lawful. The word haram means unlawful or prohibited and therefore is used as the opposite of Halal.  Although usually used in the context of food, the word Halal is also used to describe other permissible things such as personal actions, financial transactions, and other daily practices.  Halal is a lifestyle, a way of life, and something to be proud of for positive behaviors with others and ourselves

Halal certification is verification that the product(s) and/or plant conforms to the highest standards of Halal. The certification process is supervised by a qualified expert or group of experts in the field of Halal requirements regarding food composition, handling and preparation.

Halal refers to any food product that is not prohibited. In fact, the vast majority of natural foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, etc. are Halal and therefore too numerous to list. Many, but not all non-meat and non-alcoholic foods, are Halal. The important rule of thumb is that any alcoholic beverage and meat is Haram (prohibited) unless known the source animal was 1) permissible for its consumption and 2) slaughtered in accordance with Islamic Law (Shariah), whereas any nonmeat or animal product/ingredient is Halal unless known otherwise. Because modern consumable production is very complex, it is vital for Halal inspection and certification to ensure products are Halal compliant.