417) JAKIM ASKED TO EXPLAIN HALAL CERTIFICATION PROCESS AFTER 'EXPRESS SERVICE' FOR ALAGAPPA - NEW STRAITS TIMES - 03/04/2024
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Muslim Consumers Association (PPIM) wants an explanation from the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) on how companies are given halal certification.
PPIM chief activist Datuk Nadzim Johan said Alagappa Flour Mills Sdn Bhd received its halal certification again very soon after it was revoked.
"We have received complaints from some disappointed people.
"They asked why the company received express service.
"This doesn't inspire trust. The halal certification process is respected all over the world."
Nadzim urged Jakim director Datuk Hakimah Mohd Yusoff to look into the matter.
He questioned whether Jakim was still part of the Halal Certification Advisory Committee.
It was reported that the halal certification for Alagappa was revoked due to the company's non-compliance with the Halal Certification Procedure Manual (Domestic) 2020.
Jakim's Halal Management Division said products manufactured before March 12 were not affected by the decision.
It said the lack of halal certification did not mean a product was haram.
It underscored the importance of adhering to halal certification procedures to ensure compliance with halal standards and regulations.
In a clarification posted on Facebook, Alagappa said the issue did not involve the use of contaminated raw materials or hygiene.
The company said the halal certification was revoked due to non-critical technical errors and constraints in meeting compliance deadlines due to workforce limitations.
Article by: New Straits Times
JAKIM ASKED TO EXPLAIN HALAL CERTIFICATION PROCESS AFTER 'EXPRESS SERVICE' FOR ALAGAPPA
