Law No. 100 “On the Halal Industry”.

This Law establishes the legal framework governing the halal industry, emphasizing the development of a unified government policy, enforcement, and labelling standards. Its primary objectives include regulating halal product and service certification, protecting consumer rights, and ensuring compliance with technical regulations and standards. The Act explicitly states that it does not apply to the production of halal products for personal consumption and is grounded in the Constitution, international treaties, and principles of consumer protection, with a focus on principles such as voluntary production, conformity to standards, prevention of fraud, and environmentally sustainable methods. Key measures outlined include the certification process for halal products and services, which must be conducted by accredited certification bodies, either domestically or internationally recognized. The Act details the mutual recognition of certificates between countries, subject to international agreements. It mandates the use of a 'halal' mark on compliant products and services, with specific restrictions on misleading labels and symbols. The establishment of a single register of participants in the halal industry, maintained by certification authorities and the designated development authority, is also mandated. The Act emphasizes the importance of maintaining transparency and traceability through registers and requires that labels and documentation align with halal production principles. Implementation mechanisms include the development of public policies, coordination among state bodies, and cooperation with technical committees. The Act specifies that the certification and registration processes are to be managed by designated authorities, with a six-month timeline for the enforcement of most provisions following official publication. Oversight and control are assigned to competent state bodies, with monitoring of compliance by the commissioner for the halal industry. Penalties for violations include exclusion from the register and potential publication of systematic violations in the media, with violations punishable under the Criminal Procedure Code.