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Introduction to the Institute

The Halal Advancement Institute of Korea (HAI Korea), a subsidiary of the Korea Muslim Federation (KMF), was established to delegate KMF's halal certification duties and promote the growth of the halal industry, providing KMF halal certification since 1994 to facilitate exports of domestic companies to Islamic countries.

The KMF Halal Committee has collaborated internationally, signing mutual recognition agreements and MOUs with various certification and accreditation agencies worldwide, such as Malaysia's JAKIM, Indonesia's BPJPH, Singapore's MUIS, Taiwan's THIDA, Thailand's CICOT, USA's IFANCA, Turkey's HAK, and the OIC's SMIIC, ensuring KMF's halal certification is widely recognized. Additionally, it coordinates support through cooperation with various government agencies, including the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT), Korea Food Research Institute, and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA).

The Halal Advancement Institute of Korea operates a professional and systematic global halal certification system, offering reliable halal certification services through qualified inspectors. It also contributes to the development of the halal industry by offering various services such as halal education and capacity enhancement programs, research and development, academic exchange, advisory and consulting based on close cooperation with overseas partners.

On-site Consultation

Employee Education, Training and Capacity Building

Process Audit to Identify Major Issues

Halal Certification Program

Market Research and Development

Message from the Institute's Director

Director

Greetings, the Halal Advancement Institute of Korea was established on December 13, 2023, with authorization from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs.

The purpose of the establishment is to continue the Korea Muslim Federation's halal certification, to certify and promote Korean products for halal, and to support our companies in entering the halal market.

In addition, we offer halal in-depth education and consulting for those working in the halal industry, so we hope for your support and guidance.

March 4, 2024

Dr. Kim Dong-eok, Director of the Halal Advancement Institute of Korea.

Core Values

Reliability

We ensure reliability and authenticity with approval from internationally recognized Sharia advisory boards and support from our team of skilled experts.

Expertise

We provide deep professional knowledge from trainers, auditors, and food technologists educated and trained at leading international institutions and universities.

Excellence

Customer satisfaction is our priority, our passion lies in excellence, and our educational programs are highly rated by participants.

Authenticity

We adhere to our commitments, providing the services and support our clients need promptly.

Institute's Organizational Chart

Director

Dr. Kim Dong-eok

Sharia Committee

Advisory Committee

Malaysian Advisory Committee

Vice Director

Director Cho Min-haeng

Secretary General

Dr. Koh Hee-song

Deputy Secretary General

Deputy Manager Kang Na-yeon

Halal Certification & Education Team

Team LeaderElif
MemberLee Ju-han
MemberLee Dong-yeop

Academic Research Team

Team LeaderDr. Cho Jin-hee

Public Relations Team

Team LeaderDirector Park In-sook (KMF Director)
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