Why is Halal Certification Important for Medicines? Muslims are commanded to worship Allah SWT. This order can be carried out properly if you are physically healthy. When we are unwell, we need to take medicine to get better. Even so, we must be aware of the medicines we are taking. Allah has ordered Muslims to […]
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Indonesia is competent to be the largest producer of halal industry in the world, as well as the pharmaceutical industry for halal medicines that comply with Islamic law. As the legal statement for halal products in Indonesia, Act No. 33 of 2014 concerning Halal Product Assurance (UU JPH) regulates mandatory halal certification for medicinal products,
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Based on the Pew Research Center (2011), the Muslim population in the world in 2030 is estimated to reach 2.2 billion or 30% of the world’s population. Meanwhile, the Muslim population in Indonesia alone makes up 87.2% of the total population of Indonesia (Muslimpopulation, 2022). It is confident that Indonesia has the largest Muslim population
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The President Director of LPPOM MUI, Muti Arintawati, opened the 16th edition of the 2023 Indonesian Cosmobeaute Exhibition, held on 12-14 October 2023, at the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC). In this exhibition, LPPOM MUI contributed to a “Halal & Sustainable Cosmetics: Synergies and Benefits” seminar on 12 October 2023 at Beauty Seminar 1, Pre-Function Hall
Pharmaceutical product liability consists of several stages. The phasing in of mandatory halal certification for the pharmaceutical industry begins with the traditional medicine (herbal medicine) and supplements (including genetically engineered products) industry in 2026. This continues with mandatory halal for over-the-counter medicines, which matures in 2029. Lastly, 2034 marks The final round of pharmaceutical halal
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Nutraceutical products are starting to become a trend widely consumed by the public. Nutraceuticals are products derived from food sources intended to simultaneously provide multiple benefits and health benefits. This was conveyed by the Halal Audit Quality Board of LPPOM MUI, Dr. Ir. Mulyorini Rahayuningsih Hilwan, M.Si, in a webinar titled, “Bringing Nutraceutical Products to
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Vinegar is an additional cooking ingredient used to add a sour taste. This ingredient is widely used in pickles, pempek sauce, a slightly sour taste in soupy foods, and a fishy odor remover in meat. According to chemistry, vinegar is an organic compound with the chemical compound name acetic acid. Vinegar can be made chemically or naturally. Chemical vinegar
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The mass media is busy discussing the natural carmine dye from the Cochineal insect. Generally, this dye can be used for various foods, drinks, and cosmetics. The Indonesian Council of Ulama (MUI) has declared halal based on MUI Fatwa No. 33 of 2011 concerning the Law on Food and Drink Coloring from Cochineal Insects.
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Based on The National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) Act No. 31 of 2018, vegans do not consume food from animals and processed products derived from meat, fish, eggs, milk, or honey. The increasing interest in vegan consumption day by day has spurred manufacturers to launch various vegan products, especially food and drinks.
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Law Number 6 of 2023 concerning Job Creation (UU Ciptaker) has amended several provisions in Act No. 33 of 2014 concerning Halal Product Assurance (UU JPH). Therefore, the Association of Indonesian Halal Inspection Institutions (ALPHI), supported by PT Biocare Sejahtera, held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and workshop with the theme “Synergizing to Strengthen Halal
