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Editorial note: Market figures cited in this article are estimates based on publicly available industry reports and may vary by source. HalalExpo.com aims to present the most current data available but readers should verify figures for business decisions. Sources include the State of the Global Islamic Economy Report, DinarStandard, and national halal authority publications.
Understand your target market segment and certification requirements.
Halal compliance starts at the ingredient level. Watch for gelatin, E471, alcohol carriers.
Choose a certifier recognized in your target markets. Expect 2-6 months.
Display your certification mark prominently. Consider bilingual labelling for export.
Attend trade shows, list on directories like HalalExpo.com for visibility.
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