Halal Certification
In order to achieve the ambitious goals set since its inception, ARGML relies on strict principles and values in the implementation of its halal certification procedures.
Halal certification of cleaning, chemical and industrial products
Charter of Hygiene and Halal Quality
The conditions that sites must meet for the production of Halal meat or products: defining the prerequisites on the facilities, and the basic operating conditions.
The ARGML audit and ritual control procedure implemented on the site: from the control of the cleaning of the production lines to the final packaging of the products.
The possible laboratory analyses required to control the conformity of the products to the Islamic ritual standards: a control plan by laboratory analyses is defined according to the type of products.
The global Halal market
Muslim countries
Billions of Muslims in the world
Millions of Muslims in Europe
Billions of dollars worth of Halal certified food exported in 2018
The advantages of Halal Certification
Certified products also mean more transparency, quality and satisfied consumers.
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Reassure the consumer
The ARGML halal certification checks at every stage that the production process complies with Islamic requirements.
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Seizing new opportunities
Respond to the demand for a halal guarantee from many consumers.
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Opening up to international markets
Strengthen its position and broaden its scope with certified products.
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Affirming an ethic
More than a simple mention on a product, the halal certification is a commitment of respect towards the Muslim consumer.
Halal Certification Procedure
We have digitized the procedure in order to simplify the process of Halal Certification to the maximum.
At each stage, we may ask you additional questions or request corrective actions.
You will be informed at each step of the procedure and will be able to contact our service if necessary.
1. You apply for halal certification via our online form
2. We proceed to the review of the halal certification application
3. Validation of the halal certification contract
- After studying your file, we draw up the halal certification contract, which takes into account all the information provided, in order to define the halal certification service that will be implemented by the ARGML.
- You ratify the contract as well as all its appendices (the specifications, the conditions of tariff commitment, the rules relating to the use of the ARGML halal certification mark…). This validation marks your commitment, and the beginning of the halal certification phase.
4. Initial Halal Certification Procedure
- We carry out the halal certification audit (steps 1 and 2)
- At the end of the audit, the Halal Certification Committee meets to evaluate the whole file, and proceeds to the certification decision.
5. Maintaining Halal Certification
After obtaining the validation of the halal certification committee, the ARGML delivers the halal certification, and defines the monitoring activities to be implemented: ritual production control, laboratory analysis plan, monitoring audits.
They chose the ARGML
Many brands trust us, to bring the best Halal guarantee to their consumers, among them
Apply for ARGML halal certification
The application for certification is made directly online in a few minutes via our form.
We certify each step of the production chain
It is for us the way to guarantee to the consumers that the products are Halal
The slaughter
Procedures for ritual slaughter of animals and cutting
The transformation
The processing of meat and all agri-food products, the development and manufacture of cosmetic products
The distribution
We certify butcher shops, restaurants and supermarket products
Ritual audit and control procedure
Global and field control at every stage
Its ritual audit and control procedures for ritual slaughter of animals, cutting of meat, manufacturing of processed products and meat-based ready meals, involve in particular:
Beforehand, the ARGML checks and validates the composition of each of the recipes of the products to be certified halal (ingredients in accordance with our specifications, and if necessary the presence of ARGML certified halal meat).
The permanent presence of one or several ritual controller(s) during the whole halal production operation, from the ritual sacrifice, the transformation of the products to the final packaging of the products. They control the entire process and must report on their work in a formal manner (cleaning control reports, slaughter, production … etc.) to ensure traceability ARGML halal productions.
The exclusive management of the halal certification material by the ARGML ritual controllers (guarantee seals, labels, films, …).
Muslim controllers and employees of the association
It is important to remember that all ARGML Ritual Controllers are practicing Muslims who are fully aware of their responsibility to God and to Muslim consumers. They make a daily commitment to the religious conformity to Islamic principles of the products they certify.
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Deciphering the ARGML halal certification logo
It represents the guarantee of a strict control of the production, and the insurance that the products do not contain illicit additives from the Islamic point of view.
Brand protection
Thus, the brand name “ARGML” and its specific logo have become a registered trademark that assures the Muslim consumer of the Halal character of the certified products.
How to recognize the ARGML logo?
ARGML: Ritual Association of the Great Mosque of Lyon. Governed by the law of 1901, the ARGML is an independent non-profit organization.
Mosque of Lyon The presence of the dome and the calligraphic inscription “Mosque of Lyon” informs the consumer of the origin of the Ritual Association of the Great Mosque of Lyon, an independent association, under the law of 1901, created by the Great Mosque of Lyon to ensure in its name the control and certification of meat and food products.
Hallal and حلال: Presence of these two names. Far from guaranteeing the hallal character of a product (if simple presence, without precision and/or presence of a “serious” organization behind) the mention of these two words allows the Muslim consumer to clearly and quickly identify the products suitable for his consumption.
Dome: Graphic element and reproduction of the interior dome of the Great Mosque of Lyon
Under the strict control of the Grand Mosque of Lyon: Guarantee of the implementation of a strict and rigorous certification procedure. A permanent presence of our controllers and the respect of the strictest Islamic principles. Procedures put in place by the Grand Mosque of Lyon within the framework of its religious prerogatives as a religious organization.
Under the strict control of the Grand Mosque of Lyon: Guarantee of the implementation of a strict and rigorous certification procedure. A permanent presence of our controllers and the respect of the strictest Islamic principles. Procedures put in place by the Grand Mosque of Lyon within the framework of its religious prerogatives as a religious organization.
www.hallal.mosquee-lyon.org: Let’s stay connected ! We wish to allow all our consumers to follow us on the internet, to discover our working methods and the commitments we make on a daily basis to allow the Muslim community to access securely to products that comply with Islamic prescriptions.
The benefits of a reliable certification
The term halal is a concept emanating from the Muslim scriptural sources: The Koran and the Sunna.
It defines what is permissible and permissible in the life of a Muslim. It is opposed to “Harâm” which refers to what is prohibited. Halal is a means and a condition for the path to the Creator and is therefore of fundamental importance to Muslims.
The notions of halal and harâm concern different aspects of the Muslim’s life and notably his food.
For example, a piece of Halal meat comes from an animal that has been authorized and slaughtered in accordance with the rules of Muslim ritual sacrifice and, if necessary, processed according to precise requirements.
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A misconception of halal ....
Shortcuts regarding the Hallal production are to be banished. Here is a non-exhaustive list of pitfalls to avoid:
To stamp a product “Halal” by using an exotic packaging (images representing the Arab-Islamic culture, …), without any guarantee of Halal traceability.
To be satisfied with an employee “Muslim” or “of Maghrebian origin” to attest the Halal character of the final product.
To use in the conception of product, meats coming from abroad whose character and traceability Halal are doubtful.
To propose to its customers Halal certificates of convenience, without real proven guarantees.
To label Halal a meat obtained from an automatic slaughter (slaughter with the disc).
A consumer more and more informed, more and more active …
The Muslim consumer is gradually becoming aware of the role he must play in his act of consumption.
A new generation of consumers
More accessible information
Brands pushed to be more responsible
Muslim consumers want transparency and guarantees
We can help you provide all the necessary guarantees to Muslim consumers
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further
What is halal? Definition of the term "halal%.
Just like organic seals or Jewish kosher seals for food, there are also so-called halal certificates in commerce. The objective is to achieve the labeling of products whose production guarantees the respect of Halal rules.
“Halal – Helal” – means “authorized”, “permissible” or “pure”. As Halal, all things and acts are designated, which are permitted or allowed according to Islamic law. On the other hand, the
Haram (forbidden, unclean). The border between Halal and Haram is marked by Makruh (undesirable). The foods or other aspects covered by this provision are not explicitly forbidden, but tend to be Haram. Muslims should therefore avoid them completely. However, the issue of halal does not only concern food, but also food additives or packaging materials up to the transportation of the products. Halal thus becomes a concept that aims to improve the standard of living and the harmony between man and nature.
The history of halal certification
All food must be halal
The question of whether certain foods are halal or not has long ceased to relate exclusively to the aspect of slaughter. At the same time, the call for halal certification is becoming louder among the growing Muslim population in Europe. Muslim communities have responded by creating halal certification bodies.
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