Cosmetic brands should be viewed with skepticism by the Muslim community regarding their authenticity of Halal certification.
Counterfeit Halal Products: A Growing Problem Among Muslim Consumers
There's been a noticeable increase in the sale of bogus halal products, as reported by "Gazeta.Ru" through the general director of "Halal Standard Committee DSM", Linar Nurgaleev.
The surge arises from some manufacturers who use the 'Halal' label to attract a larger Muslim consumer base. Regretfully, this misuse is prevalent among manufacturers who can't guarantee the authenticity of the label. Instead, it should serve as certification confirmation, which can only be issued by a certified authority.
Nurgaleev advises consumers to trust only the 'Halal' mark registered with Rosstandart.
"The 'Halal' label signifies a certain spiritual, religious responsibility, which a private certifier, free from any spiritual authority, cannot guarantee," he emphasized.
The market flooded with counterfeit halal certifications carries potential dangers. Such dubious labels may lead to consumers consuming products that don't conform to Islamic dietary laws, thereby shattering the trust invested in these certifications. Trust is essential as halal certification offers religious assurance and aligns products with Muslim values. The presence of counterfeit certifications erodes this trust, potentially causing confusion or hesitation in purchasing certified products, thus impacting both religious observance and market dynamics [4][5].
This issue is further exacerbated by legal and regulatory disputes, as witnessed in India, where bans on halal-certified products have stirred court challenges. Advocates contend that halal certification ensures compliance with Islamic dietary requirements and supports consumer choice, while opponents express concerns regarding market divisions and increased prices for certified products [2].
Addressing the issue requires global collaborations to create unified standards, stricter enforcement, transparency, and supportive policies that enable Muslim consumers to confidently rely on halal product certifications. Such efforts will also help maintain the integrity of the global halal market [1][4][5]. For instance, Indonesia, home to the world's largest Muslim population, is fostering halal certification through initiatives like offering one million free halal certifications to small and medium enterprises in 2025, aiming to encourage compliance and reduce fraud [3].
The surge in counterfeit 'Halal' products in the business world, as highlighted by Linar Nurgaleev from the 'Halal Standard Committee DSM', is a growing concern in general-news, leading to potential dangers for Muslim consumers. Trusting only 'Halal' marks registered with Rosstandart, as advised by Nurgaleev, is essential to ensure that products comply with Islamic dietary laws and align with Muslim values.
