Morocco is a Muslim-majority country, and consumers expect that products on store shelves comply with Islamic norms. This is especially relevant for dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, and food additives containing animal-derived ingredients (such as gelatin, capsules, milk proteins, or bee products).
To successfully enter the market, a Halal certificate is increasingly required. Even if it’s not legally mandatory for a specific category, it is critical for selling through major pharmacy chains and retailers, and it also simplifies customs clearance.
Why Is Halal Certification Important for Supplements in Morocco?
- Over 90% of Morocco’s population practices Islam
- Growing demand for clean-label, ethical products
- Major retailers (Marjane, Carrefour, pharmacy chains) prioritize Halal-certified goods
- Products without certification may be rejected during customs or sanitary checks — especially those with animal-derived ingredients
What Is a Halal Certificate?
It’s an official document confirming that a product contains no ingredients prohibited in Islam and was manufactured according to Sharia-compliant practices.In Morocco, Halal certificates can be issued by accredited domestic or international bodies. Recognized international authorities include:
- JAKIM (Malaysia)
- ESMA (UAE)
- IFANCA (USA)
- Halal Quality Control (Europe)
- IMANOR — Morocco's national standards body, which may recognize some international Halal certificates
When Is Halal Certification Required for Supplements?
A Halal certificate is mandatory if the product contains:- • Gelatin (especially capsules)
- • Animal proteins, fats, or extracts
- • Lactose, dairy components, by-products
- • Enzymes or flavors of non-plant origin
Documents Needed for Halal Certification
- Product composition with the origin of each ingredient
- Manufacturing process details (equipment, cleaning, production lines)
- CoA (Certificate of Analysis) for controversial components
- Supplier certificates (if ingredients are already Halal-certified)
- Packaging and labeling samples
- File submission →
- Formula and process assessment →
- On-site or remote audit →
- Halal certificate issuance
What Does Halal Certification Provide?
- Full access to the Moroccan market
- Advantage in customs clearance
- Higher trust from retailers and pharmacies
- Right to label products as Halal — crucial for consumers
- Opportunity to scale into MENA and West Africa, where Halal is also essential
WorldWideBridge — Your Halal Certification and Export Guide
We will:- Review your product composition and suggest alternatives to non-Halal ingredients
- Help you choose an accredited Halal body recognized in Morocco
- Prepare and submit all documents
- Deliver a turnkey Halal certificate
- Adapt your labeling and packaging to Moroccan standards