Did you know, it turns out that it is not only non-halal food that cannot get a halal certificate from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI). Halal food and drinks, if they do not pass the criteria, will not be able to get a halal certificate. Yes, in addition to the content of food and beverages, the MUI Food, Drug and Cosmetic Assessment Institute (LPPOM) also pays close attention to various elements before granting a halal certificate. There are some halal foods and drinks that do not pass the requirements so that they cannot get a halal certificate, even though these foods and drinks are also not categorized as haram. It could be because of the product name or brand. Yes, this can have an impact on whether or not a food and beverage can get a halal certificate. For example, what has happened, the case of Gacoan Noodles, which was widely discussed, did not get a halal certificate. MUI provided information on the reason for not giving a halal certificate to the restaurant because Mie Gacoan named some of its food and beverage menus with demonic names. So, what are the criteria for product names in granting halal certificates by MUI? Let’s see the full explanation in the following article!
What is Halal Certificate?
Halal certificate is an official document issued by MUI to state if a product has fulfilled Islamic law, both from raw materials and production process. With this certificate, a product can be declared safe for consumption and free from haram ingredients. The standard that refers to the MUI fatwa does not only exist in Indonesia, but also in various countries for both domestic and export consumers, and does not only apply in Islamic majority countries. Therefore, with a halal certificate, producers can ensure that their products are acceptable to Muslim consumers and meet the requirements of the growing halal market.
Products Requiring Halal Certificate
The Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) gave a warning to business actors, in 20204 for certain products starting to be required to have a halal certificate. The products that are required to have a halal certificate according to Article 140 of Government Regulation (PP) No. 39 of 2021, namely:
- Food and beverage products.
- Entrepreneurs who sell products in the field of raw materials, food additives, and auxiliary materials for food and beverage products.
- Slaughter proceeds and slaughter services.
The three products must be halal certified by October 17, 2024. If not, administrative sanctions will be imposed in the form of:
- Written warning;
- The maximum administrative fine is up to IDR2 billion;
- Revocation of halal certificate; and / or
- Withdrawal of goods from circulation.
Names of Products that Cannot Get Halal Certificates
Creating a unique product name is important so that it will easily stick in consumers’ minds. However, creative ideas still have their limits. If you are still determined to use a unique product name but hinder the processing of halal certificates, it will cause losses. The criteria for product names that will not get a halal certificate according to LPPOM MUI Decree No. SK46/Dir/LPPOM MUI: SK46/Dir/LPPOM MUI/XII/14 and MUI Fatwa No. 11/2009), namely:
- Product names containing liquor names, e.g. root beer, rhum raisin flavored ice cream, 0% alcohol beer.
- Product names that contain the names of pigs and dogs and their derivatives.
- Product names that contain satanic names and the like.
- Product names that lead to things that lead to kufr and falsehood.
- Product names that contain words with erotic, vulgar or pornographic connotations.
Therefore, if your business products, especially food and beverages, businesses that sell products in the field of raw materials, food additives, and auxiliary materials for food and beverage products, and slaughter products and slaughter services, still use the names above, you should immediately change the name.
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Because the time to get a halal certificate is not short. In addition, at this time you still have time to notify consumers if there is a name change. Just like what Mie Gacoan did, which eventually changed the name of its menu.
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So, does Friend KH have a halal certificate? Or are you still confused about the requirements and procedures for making it? It is better to consult with Kontrak Hukum first. In addition, we can also help you to fulfill business legality documents such as NIB, NPWP, IUMK, SIUP which must be completed first as a requirement for making a halal certificate. For more information, visit the KH Services – Business Licensing page. If you have questions about other legality needs, please contact us at Ask KH or send a direct message (DM) to Instagram @kontrakhukum.
