About JAKIM JAKIM (Jabatan Kemajuan Islam Malaysia), the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia, is the country's primary government body responsible for halal certification. Operating under the Prime Minister's Department, JAKIM established its halal certification division to set national halal standards and issue the Malaysia Halal Certificate, which is widely regarded as one of the most rigorous and internationally respected halal credentials in the world. JAKIM certifies products and services across food, beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. Its certification is mandatory for halal claims on products sold in Malaysia and is recognised by over 70 countries and international bodies. For exporters seeking access to Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern, and OIC member markets, JAKIM certification significantly accelerates market entry and builds consumer trust across the global Muslim consumer base.
Based in Malaysia
Established 1974
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