Quick Answer
Halal means what is permissible or lawful under Islamic law; Halal certification is a certification body’s confirmation that a product’s ingredients, additives, processing, packaging, storage and transport comply. For food and ingredients entering Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern and other Muslim markets, Halal certification is often a key purchasing requirement. One certification body in Taiwan is the Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association (THIDA): according to Chinese Wikipedia and its website, THIDA was founded in Taipei on 7 May 2011 and is recognized in writing by Halal authorities including Malaysia’s JAKIM, Singapore’s MUIS and Indonesia’s BPJPH.
Why Halal Certification Matters
| Reason | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Market access | Many retailers and consumers in Muslim markets buy based on Halal marks |
| Supply chain trust | Shows ingredients and processes have been checked by a third party |
| Market reach | Muslim consumers in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and beyond |
Tang Sugar’s certifications page also notes that as bubble tea grows in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe and North America, Halal certification has become an important purchasing requirement in many markets.
The Halal Certification Process (THIDA Example)
Summarized from THIDA’s website:
- Inquiry: describe your products and needs.
- Document review: ingredients, additives, suppliers, processes.
- On-site inspection: production and storage environment.
- Review committee: decides whether to certify.
THIDA certifies food, cosmetics, skincare, daily goods, and medical and medical aesthetic products. For fees, timelines and documents, contact the certification body directly.
Points to Watch When Exporting
- Bodies recognized by the destination: countries recognize different Halal certification bodies, so confirm which the buyer and destination accept.
- Certification scope: does the certificate cover the exact products and factory you’re exporting?
- Validity: check regularly that certificates are current.
- Ingredient changes: changing ingredients or suppliers may require re-review.
Tang Sugar’s Halal Certification
Tang Sugar’s certifications page lists Halal certification, helping partners enter Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern and global Muslim markets. To confirm certification scope and certificates for specific items before buying, contact us.
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FAQ
What does Halal mean?
Halal means permissible or lawful under Islamic law; Halal certification confirms a product complies from ingredients to packaging.
Which bodies certify Halal in Taiwan?
The Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association (THIDA) is one, recognized in writing by Malaysia’s JAKIM, Singapore’s MUIS and Indonesia’s BPJPH among others.
How do you apply for Halal certification in Taiwan?
With THIDA, the process covers an inquiry, document review, on-site inspection and a review committee decision.
Does Halal certification allow export to every Muslim market?
Not necessarily. Countries recognize different certification bodies, so confirm what the destination and buyer accept before exporting.
Are Taiwanese bubble tea ingredients available Halal-certified?
Yes. Tang Sugar holds Halal certification; ask us to confirm the certification scope for the specific items you plan to buy.
Further Reading
- HACCP vs ISO 22000 vs FSSC 22000
- Taiwan Food Export Process
- Bubble Tea Market Trends
- Tea Shop Opening Services
Sources
- Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association: Halal certification, Certification procedure
- Wikipedia: Taiwan Halal Integrity Development Association (in Chinese)
- Tang Sugar: Certifications
