SFDA Clarification on Halal Certification Requirements for Imported Food Products
Date of Publishing: 06/02/2025 Affected Region: KSA
This document is a clarification circular from the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) outlining the requirement for Halal certification for certain imported food products. It specifies that products like milk and dairy, dough-based items, chocolate, ice cream, and foods for special dietary uses require Halal certification if they contain animal-derived ingredients, with exemptions for clearly labeled milk-derived components. Importers are directed to verify authorized certification bodies through the Saudi Halal Center website to ensure compliance with Halal standards.
