The Sharia Committee ensures that all IHC certification activities align with Islamic principles and applicable halal requirements. The Committee’s core responsibilities include:

• Sharia Compliance: Serving as the central review body for Sharia compliance within the IHC certification system.
• Expert Consultation: Providing expert guidance on Sharia-related matters throughout the certification process, utilizing qualified Islamic scholars.
• Advisory & Review Role: Maintaining a strictly advisory, non-operational role to deliver independent religious input that supports consistent decisions.
• Process Evaluation: Reviewing critical aspects such as ingredients, production processes, handling, and supply chain logistics from a Sharia perspective.
• Case Management: Addressing routine cases through established guidelines, while conducting detailed reviews and documenting decisions for complex situations.
• Uniform Interpretation: Ensuring a consistent and transparent approach in applying Sharia requirements across all similar cases.
• System Integrity: Safeguarding the overall credibility of the IHC system so that all certified products and services remain fully compliant with international halal standards.