How Did SOLSE Smoked Cheese Achieve Halal Certification?
SOLSE Smoked Cheese has successfully passed strict inspection procedures and officially achieved Halal certification, confirming the right direction of product inspired by Eastern European flavors.
The training program “Halal Standards Awareness”
On August 24, the training program “Halal Standards Awareness” was successfully held in Hanoi, with the participation of Mr. Abbas – President of Halal Vietnam.
In his opening speech, Mr. Abbas expressed his honor to accompany important delegates at the event. He emphasized that Halal certification is not just a label on products, but a sign of respect for religious values and Muslim consumers. It also opens strong opportunities for businesses to expand markets and develop sustainably.
How did SOLSE Smoked Cheese meet Halal standards?
Ms. Tran Thanh Huyen – Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Nguyen Hong Group said: “This was the first time a Halal standards training program had been organized in such a structured and professional manner in Hanoi and across Northern Vietnam.”
Speaking about market potential, Ms. Huyen stated that the global Muslim population currently exceeds 2 billion people and is expected to reach 2.8 billion by 2030, accounting for nearly 30% of the world’s population. Therefore, the Halal industry is expected to grow rapidly and have strong long-term potential.
To achieve Halal certification, businesses must not only clearly verify ingredients and production processes, but also strictly comply with Halal regulations from manufacturing to delivery to consumers. This is a major challenge for Vietnamese enterprises.
In conclusion, Mr. Abbas affirmed that the Halal certification process is a key factor in ensuring that all products and services fully comply with Halal standards.
What is Halal certification?
Halal (ḥalāl) originates from Arabic and means “lawful” or “permitted.” It is assessed based on full compliance with the principles, values, and religious laws of Islam, as defined by the Qur’an.
The opposite of Halal is Haram, which means forbidden. Some items that cannot be clearly classified as Halal or Haram are considered Mashbooh, meaning doubtful.
Halal certification serves as official proof that businesses and food production facilities comply with Islamic laws. This certification confirms that products delivered to consumers meet Halal food standards.
How did SOLSE Smoked Cheese achieve Halal certification?
To obtain Halal certification, Halal SOLSE Smoked Cheese met the following key requirements:
- The product contains no Haram substances or ingredients, and fully complies with Shari’ah law and the Qur’an.
- The company applies a production control system that meets Halal standards or equivalent requirements; employees are properly trained, and internal audits are conducted regularly.
- The production line is designed to prevent any mixing between Halal and Haram products.
- After certification, the product is subject to continuous inspection and supervision, including quality evaluation and sample testing from factories or the market.
After receiving Halal certification, SOLSE Smoked Cheese is monitored every six months to ensure that all stages meet Halal standards, from raw materials and production to consumption.
More than a religious standard
Beyond religious requirements, Halal certification is also a major step in evaluating product safety and quality. Through this achievement, Halal SOLSE Smoked Cheese continues to strengthen its position as a leading Armenia-style cheese product in Vietnam.
