Halal Watch World: The Leading Halal Certification Provider in the USA
The demand for verified halal-certified products is growing across the United States. Consumers want clarity, authenticity, and a halal logo they can trust before choosing any food or personal product. Halal Watch World supports this need by offering reliable halal certification services to businesses of all sizes. We work with manufacturers, slaughterhouses, restaurants, retailers, private-label brands, and institutional food services to help them meet international halal standards and access the expanding halal market.
As a U.S.-based organization, we provide a streamlined process, clear guidance, and strong compliance support. Our goal is to help you earn customer trust, meet regulatory expectations, and grow confidently in a competitive industry.
Our Journey in the Halal Industry
Halal certification has come a long way over the past decades. What began as localized community approvals has evolved into structured, international systems recognized worldwide. The key moments below reflect how the halal ecosystem developed globally and how Halal Watch World fits into that progress.
1945 – First Halal Certification Agency Established
The Muslim Judicial Council in Cape Town became the first known organization to formalize halal certification.
1985 – Halal Approval Expands in the U.S.
Local certification groups began supporting small food businesses as Muslim communities grew around the country.
2000 – First Statewide Halal Regulation Introduced
New Jersey, under Governor Whitman, became the first U.S. state to create official halal laws to protect consumers.
2020 – Formation of the First North American Halal Standard Agency
The United States Department of Halal Standards developed Halal Integrity Protection Standards 1001 (HIPS 1001), released in early 2021.
2024 – First Halal Accreditation Agency in North America
USDHS became the first official halal accreditation authority in the region.
Halal Watch World continues this journey by helping businesses achieve credible, transparent, and internationally aligned halal certification here in the United States.
About Halal Watch World
Halal Watch World was created to bring clarity, professionalism, and strong compliance support to the American halal industry. Many businesses struggled with slow overseas agencies or unclear requirements. We stepped in to offer a U.S.-based solution that is trusted, recognized, and aligned with global halal expectations.
We certify a wide range of businesses, including:
- Restaurants and food service providers
- Meat and poultry suppliers
- Slaughterhouses and processing facilities
- Grocery chains and retail partners
- Packaged food and beverage brands
- Cosmetic and personal-care companies
- Supplements and nutraceutical products
- Commissary and institutional kitchens
- E-commerce and private-label brands
Our certification is recognized by retailers, distributors, government partners, and international markets, giving your products stronger credibility and wider reach.
Leadership: Mansoor Rafiq Umar
CEO & President – Halal Watch World
Halal Watch World is led by Mansoor Rafiq Umar, a respected halal industry expert and a prominent figure in government, academia, and interfaith leadership.
He currently serves as:
- A Gubernatorial Appointee to the Executive Committee of the New York State Office of Faith
- Imam at MCBNY
- Chaplain Imam at the University at Albany
- An active member of the New York State Interfaith Advisory Council
Imam Rafiq is an international speaker who advises government agencies, industry leaders, and policymakers on halal programs, national frameworks, and regulatory systems. He works closely with organizations developing halal standards, accreditation structures, and implementation strategies. His expertise spans the entire halal ecosystem, from global compliance to local community needs.
One of his strongest advantages is the network behind his work. He collaborates with religious scholars, regulators, certifying bodies, and trade partners in the United States, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. These relationships give Halal Watch World the ability to open doors and build bridges that many organizations cannot.
Through his leadership, Halal Watch World supports businesses in understanding halal requirements, protecting consumer trust, and navigating the fast-growing halal economy in the United States.
Our Certification Services
We offer complete halal certification services designed around the needs of U.S. businesses. Our team guides you through each step to make compliance clear, simple, and manageable.
Our audits cover:
- Ingredient and raw material sourcing
- Supplier verification
- Production and handling methods
- Storage and segregation
- Facility hygiene and safety
- Staff procedures and documentation
- Slaughter and processing compliance (where required)
Once approved, your business receives:
- Official halal certification
- Authorization to use our halal logo
- Compliance documentation and inspection reports
- Digital verification for customers and retailers
- Annual renewal support
Halal Certification for Restaurants
Restaurants across the country are seeing more halal-conscious customers. Our halal food certification ensures your menu meets halal requirements from sourcing to preparation.
We review:
- Meat and poultry suppliers
- Ingredient lists
- Kitchen workflow and storage
- Cross-contamination controls
- Staff handling practices
Certified restaurants receive a halal logo, a detailed report, and a listing in our directory so customers can easily find you.
Halal Logo and Product Labeling
Our halal logo is a trusted mark that communicates transparency and compliance. Businesses use it on:
- Food packaging
- Menus and storefronts
- Product labels
- Websites and online listings
- Marketing materials
Retailers and distributors recognize Halal Watch World certification, making it easier for your products to be approved and widely distributed.
How the Certification Process Works
Our process is structured and business-friendly:
- Submit an application
- Share product and supplier details
- Document review
- On-site inspection
- Compliance confirmation
- Certificate and halal logo issued
- Yearly renewal and verification
We support you through every stage to ensure accuracy and smooth approval.
Get Certified with Halal Watch World
Halal Watch World is committed to supporting U.S. businesses with reliable certification, strong compliance, and trusted halal standards. Whether you’re a small restaurant or a large manufacturer, we help you enter the halal market with confidence.
