Halal Certification Value Chain in Brunei Darussalam

Abstract

As Brunei Darussalam is positioning itself to be a halal hub, Brunei needs to act fast to strengthen its halal certification value-chain or system. Therefore, the Brunei Government appointed Bahagian Kawalan Makanan Halal (Halal Food Control Division), Jabatan Hal Ehwal Syariah (Department of Shariah Affairs), as a body to handle the halal certification process. Due to the rapid growth of the halal industry both local and international, it is important to research the halal certification process. The main objective of this study is to provide an understanding of the halal certification process in Brunei Darussalam. The study will highlight and determine to examine (1) the halal certification process, (2) actors, and (3) information on halal. The method used in this study is derived from the literature review in the form of related articles, journals, proceedings and books, and interviews with related actors of the halal certification. The results of the study will reveal (1) the halal certification value chain, (2) the related agencies and acts of the halal certification process, and (3) the information required in applying halal certification in Brunei Darussalam.

The Effectiveness of the Halal Certification Process among the Community in Brunei Darussalam

“…Therefore, this Amendment order requires the application of a Halal Certificate and Halal Permit to food-related business owners in Brunei Darussalam, as well as the introduction and strengthening of compoundable offenses. The application for a Halal Certificate and/or Halal Permit is mandatory for food-related business owners in Brunei Darussalam, while the application for a Halal Certificate or Halal Permit for non-oral medical products, cosmetic products, used goods and services, as well as logistics, is on a voluntary basis [1].…”