Halal Personal Care Products and Ingredients:

1. Plant-based Ingredients:

• Herbs and botanical extracts (e.g., lavender, aloe vera, chamomile, peppermint)
• Essential oils (e.g., tea tree, eucalyptus, rose, sandalwood)
• Plant-based oils (e.g., olive oil, coconut oil, argan oil, jojoba oil)
• Natural waxes (e.g., beeswax, carnauba wax)
• Natural clays (e.g., bentonite, kaolin)
• Plant-derived surfactants (e.g., saponins, derived from plants)

2. Herbal Extracts and Supplements:

• Tinctures made from halal herbs like ginger, turmeric, and ginseng
• Herbal teas (e.g., chamomile, mint, hibiscus)
• Herbal juices and liquid extracts
• Halal-certified supplements and powders made from plant sources

3. Animal-derived Ingredients (Halal-Slaughtered Animals):

• Honey (from Halal-certified bees)
• Gelatin from halal-slaughtered animals (e.g., bovine or halal-certified fish)
• Collagen from halal-certified fish or bovine sources
• Lanolin (from halal sheep sources)

4. Preservatives and Additives:

• Vitamin E (usually derived from plants, but must be confirmed halal)
• Citric acid (plant-derived)
• Glycerin (from plant sources or halal-certified animals)
• Stearic acid (from plant sources)

5. Other Halal Ingredients:

• Water (pure and clean)
• Food-grade flavors and colorants (if sourced from halal materials)
• Safe natural emulsifiers (e.g., lecithin from soy or sunflower)
• Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)

Haram Personal Care Products and Ingredients:

1. Animal-derived Ingredients from Haram Sources:

• Gelatin from non-halal slaughtered animals (e.g., pigs, carnivorous animals, etc.)
• Collagen from non-halal animals or those not slaughtered in a halal manner
• Lard (from pigs)
• Tallow from non-halal animals (e.g., beef tallow from non-halal slaughtered cattle)
• Products containing any derivatives from pigs, dogs, donkeys, or carnivorous animals

2. Alcohol and Intoxicating Substances:

• Ethanol or alcohol-based ingredients used in perfumes, skin products, or hair care
• Any intoxicating ingredients (e.g., methanol, isopropyl alcohol)
• Harmful substances or poisons (e.g., certain toxic chemicals or plant extracts)

3. Animal-based Ingredients from Haram Animals:

• Pig-derived ingredients (e.g., pig fats, pig-derived emulsifiers)
• Ingredients derived from non-halal slaughtered animals (e.g., animals not slaughtered according to Islamic law)
• Products that contain insects or any parts of insects (e.g., carmine derived from insects)

4. Blood and Animal By-products:

• Any products containing blood or derived from blood (e.g., blood plasma)
• Ingredients from animals that have died due to strangulation, injury, or natural causes (carrion)

5. Inappropriate Plant-based Ingredients:

• Poisonous or intoxicating plants (e.g., certain hallucinogenic herbs)
• Harmful or undesirable plants that are considered impure or toxic (e.g., some toxic fungi, mushrooms)
• Plants used for illegal or harmful substances

6. Other Haram Ingredients:

• Undesirable insects or insect-based products (e.g., silkworms used in cosmetics)
• Birds of prey, such as eagles or owls, or other forbidden birds
• Amphibians (e.g., frogs, crocodiles)
• Non-halal certified products that have been contaminated with haram ingredients or have come into contact with them during manufacturing

General Halal Product Guidelines:

• Manufacturing Equipment: All equipment used in production must be clean and free from contamination by any haram substances.
• Processing and Storage: Products must be stored and processed separately from haram substances to ensure no contamination occurs.
• Certifications: Only use raw materials and ingredients that are certified halal and verified by a reputable authority.

We highly recommend that you download and review our Halal and Haram standards before applying.  

At the Halal Natural Products Academy, we’ve streamlined the Halal certification process to make it simple and efficient for your business. Here’s an overview of the steps:

1. Enroll and Pay for Certification

   • Begin by purchasing your Halal Certification package. Our base price is $399/year, which covers certification for up to 5 products. Additional products can be added for $240 per set of 5 products.

2. Access the Online Portal

   • After enrolling, you’ll receive login credentials to access our online certification portal.

3. Complete the Halal Training Course

   • All applicants are required to complete a short Halal training course designed to educate you on Halal principles and ensure ongoing compliance. The course includes 5-6 video modules and takes approximately 1 hour to complete. A certificate is issued upon completion.

4. Submit Your Application

   • Once you’ve completed the training, you’ll gain access to the application form. You’ll need to submit detailed information about each product you want certified, including ingredients and manufacturing processes.

5. Remote Audit or Co-Packer Verification

   • You’ll undergo a remote audit, which involves submitting a video of your product-making process to ensure compliance with Halal standards.
   • If your products are made by a co-packer, you can opt out of the remote audit by providing your co-packer’s name, address, contact details, and relevant documentation.

6. Self-Attestation (If Applicable)

   • If your products are not audited on-site, you must submit a self-attested statement confirming compliance with FDA GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices). A self-attestation fee of $500 applies in lieu of the remote audit.

7. Review and Approval

   • Our certification team will review your submission to ensure it meets Halal standards. Once approved, you’ll receive your official Halal Certification, valid for 12 months.

8. Renewal and Updates

   • Halal Certification must be renewed annually. If you have new products or updates to your existing products, these can be certified as part of the renewal process.

Our goal is to make the certification process as smooth as possible while maintaining the highest standards of Halal compliance. If you have questions or need assistance, feel free to contact us at support@halalnaturalproductsacademy.com.

How Long Does the Certification Process Take?

The Halal certification process typically takes 5-7 business days once all required steps have been completed. However, delays can occur if applicants take time to start the process, respond slowly to auditor requests, or provide incomplete information.

We highly recommend that companies dedicate time to completing the process promptly and responding to any requests from our auditors to ensure a smooth and timely certification. If you have any questions or need assistance, we’re here to help!

What Happens if Some of My Products Are Rejected?

At the Halal Natural Products Academy, our goal is to support the Muslim community by expanding access to a broader range of Halal-certified products. For this reason, we strive to avoid rejecting products outright. Instead, we work closely with applicants to help their products meet Halal standards.

If any of your products are found to be non-compliant, we’ll provide:

• Recommendations for Ingredient Substitutions: Suggestions to replace non-Halal ingredients with Halal alternatives.
• Guidance on Product Formulation Re-development: Expert advice to help you adjust formulations while maintaining product quality and compliance.

Our aim is to guide you through the process and ensure your products can achieve Halal certification. If you have questions or need assistance, our team is here to help!

Can I Add More Products During the Year?

Yes! You can add more products to your Halal certification at any time during the year. Simply reach out to our team at [email protected], and we’ll guide you through the process.

Additional products are certified at the rate of $240 per set of 5 products, ensuring flexibility and affordability as your business grows. We’re here to make expanding your certified product line as seamless as possible!

At the Halal Natural Products Academy, we specialize in certifying a wide range of natural, handmade personal care products and wellness items. This includes:

• Soaps and body washes
• Lotions, creams, balms and body butters
• Deodorants
• Hair care products
• Herbal remedies and treatments 
• Alcohol-free herbal extracts
• Herbal Supplements
• Tea Blends 
• Spice & Seasoning Blends
• Essential oils
• Candles (if made with Halal-compliant ingredients)
• Medicinal Food Products
• Cold-Pressed Oils

If you’re unsure whether your product qualifies for Halal certification, feel free to contact us at support@halalnaturalproductsacademy.com, and we’ll be happy to assist! Our goal is to help you bring more Halal-certified products to the market.

How Do Buyers Verify My Certification?

We recommend that all of our certified brands register on RangeMe to connect with major buyers such as Walmart, Target, and Whole Foods. By linking your certification with your RangeMe account, we can keep buyers notified of your Halal certification status, making it easier for them to verify your compliance.

If you’re not registered with RangeMe, buyers can verify your certification by:

1. Reviewing the Halal certificate provided to you once your products are approved.
2. Contacting us directly at [email protected] to confirm your active Halal status in our system.

Our goal is to ensure buyers can easily validate your certification and feel confident in the Halal integrity of your products.

Is an Onsite Audit Required for Certification?

No, an onsite audit is not required for Halal certification through the Halal Natural Products Academy. Instead, we conduct a remote audit as part of our streamlined process. This involves submitting a video of your product-making process to ensure compliance with Halal standards and cleanliness requirements.

If your products are made by a co-packer, you can opt out of the remote audit by providing:

• The co-packer's name, address, phone number, and email address.
• Relevant documentation verifying their compliance with Halal standards.

In cases where the remote audit is waived, a self-attestation fee of $500 (per 5 products) is required, along with a statement confirming adherence to FDA GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Our goal is to make the certification process as smooth and accessible as possible while maintaining the highest Halal standards.

Using a co-packer for your products is no problem at all! At the Halal Natural Products Academy, we’ve established great relationships with co-packers around the world and are well-equipped to work with them as part of the certification process.

If your products are made by a co-packer, simply provide us with the following details:

• The co-packer's name, address, phone number, and email address.
• Relevant documentation to verify their compliance with Halal standards.

This allows us to ensure that your products meet all necessary requirements without requiring a direct audit of your facilities. We aim to make the process smooth and efficient for both you and your co-packer. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to us at support@halalnaturalproductsacademy.com.

When we first started, our focus was on certifying handmade natural products. However, we now proudly extend our Halal certification to include products that are not handmade to meet the growing needs of our clientele.

Many of the brands we work with have expanded into major retailers worldwide, requiring them to outsource their manufacturing to external facilities or laboratories. This growth is exactly what we strive for—helping our brands achieve greater success. As long as the ingredients are Halal, we’re here to certify your products, whether they’re handmade or manufactured in an external facility.

To reflect these distinctions, we offer two internationally recognized Halal certification seals:

1. For Handmade Products
2. For Externally Manufactured Products

Both seals represent your Halal certification and commitment to quality. To ensure seamless branding, we provide these seals in a variety of color schemes, including black, greyscale, and full color, so they align perfectly with your packaging.

If you have any questions about certifying your products, feel free to reach out to us at support@halalnaturalproductsacademy.com. We’re here to support your growth every step of the way!

Yes, we do! At the Halal Natural Products Academy, we offer comprehensive services through our Product Formulations Lab to support your Halal product development needs. Here’s how we can help:

1. Ingredients Review

   • Want to ensure your ingredients meet Halal standards before applying for certification? Submit your ingredient list for review, and we’ll verify compliance.
   • Rest assured—your formulation is protected by an NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) to keep your proprietary information secure.

2. Formulation Re-construction

   • If your products need adjustments to align with Halal standards, we offer consulting services to help you reconstruct your formulations.
   • This includes:
     • Ingredient replacement recommendations
     • Sourcing assistance
     • Guidance to ensure full Halal compliance.

3. Product Development

   • Looking to launch a new Halal personal care line? We provide both business mentoring/coaching and a done-for-you service that covers everything:
     • Product development and formulation.
     • Label design and branding.
     • Website creation, marketing strategy, and sales planning.

Whether you’re fine-tuning an existing product or starting fresh, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. For more information, feel free to reach out to us at support@halalnaturalproductsacademy.com. Let’s create something amazing together!