How to certify?
Halal means “lawful”, also translated as permissible
The first stage of the certification process is to send the certification request with the main information about the production process of the products to be certified.
The certification analysis is carried out by the FAMBRAS Halal team and the audit time is calculated. After acceptance of the proposal and signature of the contract, the team carries out the entire documentary evaluation of the product and raw material.
The initial audit process consists of two stages: stage 1 audit and stage 2 audit. The objective is to seek the conformity of the process in accordance with the requirements established by international standards. If an audit finding is evidenced at any of these steps, the company must submit evidence of correction and corrective action. Only when the audit finding is completed, will the certification process continue.
Whenever there is a need for laboratory analysis, samples are collected during the audit. The analyzes carried out are animal PCR (pork, cattle and chicken) and gas chromatography of residual ethanol. The need for each analysis is assessed by the FAMBRAS Halal team, depending on the risk for Halal. Analyzes are performed only by ISO 17025 certified laboratories.
With the conclusions of the audit, the certification decision is made by a Decision Committee composed of at least two religious specialists, a technical specialist and the technical manager. All committee members are not part of the audit process, ensuring the impartiality of the entire certification process.
If approved, payment is made and the certificate is issued.
Main advantages of Halal certification
Meet the demand of 1.9 billion Muslim consumers;
Add value to the product and its image, being recognized as a quality, safe and sustainable product;
Overcoming barriers to entering countries where certification is mandatory;
Access a growing market estimated at $5.6 trillion;
Increased profitability, as Halal certification can significantly increase the marketing power of your products.
The FAMBRAS Halal procedures, sent to all applicants, clients and interested parties (upon request), contain a description of the rights and duties of applicants and clients, including requirements, restrictions or limitations on the use of the FAMBRAS Halal name and certification mark, and information about procedures for handling complaints and appeals.
PR 7.1 - Conditions for concession, surveillance, extension, reduction, suspension, cancellation, termination, and renewal of halal certification
PR 4.1 - Conditions for using certificates and conformity marks
PR 7.13 – Complaints and appeal procedure.
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FAMBRAS Halal Fee Policy
FAMBRAS Halal, in alignment with its institutional principles of transparency, impartiality, independence, and non-discriminatory conditions, establishes its Fee Policy in a clear, technical, and fair manner. All fees applied are defined based on objective criteria, in accordance with the guidelines of internationally recognized standards, such as GSO 2055-2 and OIC/SMIIC 2, ensuring that the certification process is conducted with integrity and neutrality.
The pricing structure is designed to reflect the operational characteristics and complexity of each unit to be certified. Therefore, the fee calculation follows a consistent methodology that considers a combination of technical, logistical, and organizational factors, such as:
- Product category and type: Certain products, due to their composition, production method, and Halal-related risks, require more detailed assessments.
- Complexity: Processes involving a greater number of steps, equipment, or specific risks require more extensive audits.
- Number of employees and production shifts: These directly impact the time required to verify compliance with Halal requirements.
- Number of production lines and certified products: The greater the number of lines and products to be evaluated, the longer the audit will be.
- Presence of HACCP studies: When applicable, the existence and number of studies are considered when determining the audit duration.
- Implementation of certified management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 22000, among others): Such systems can streamline certain stages of the Halal certification process.
FAMBRAS Halal top management ensures that all decisions related to fees are made responsibly, guaranteeing equal treatment for all clients. The pricing structures are designed to preserve the independence of the certification process, without compromising the technical objectivity or the integrity of the auditors involved.
The current fee ranges are as follows:
Brazil: Between R$ 10,000.00 and R$ 15,000.00 per year;
Branches in Colombia, Paraguay, and Argentina: Between US$ 3,000.00 and US$ 4,000.00 per year.
The fee variation is primarily due to the estimated audit duration, which is determined based on the criteria mentioned above. One of FAMBRAS Halal’s differentiators is that the costs include, among other factors, the number of man-days involved and the plant licensing fee.
FAMBRAS Halal remains available to provide customized quotations based on the specific characteristics of each organization, maintaining a competitive and accessible standard. Our commitment is to offer a reliable, accessible certification service conducted with the highest ethical and professional standards.
