Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA)
The PHA was established by Act No. VIII of 2016 of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and is the legal authority responsible for determining the halal status of products. USB Certification is a halal certification body registered with the PHA.
PHA Registered
Pakistan’s Legal Halal Certification Authority.
PHA is the statutory body under Pakistan’s Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) responsible for determining the halal status of imported and exported products, as well as products, processes, and services in the local market.
What Is PHA?
Legal Authority and Mission
The Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) was established under Act No. VIII of 2016 of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan within the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) to promote trade in halal products and processes. The PHA is responsible for determining the halal status of products, processes, and services—including those imported or exported, as well as those consistently maintained and monitored in the local market. As the sole legal authority in the field of halal certification in Pakistan, it facilitates national and international trade integration.
The Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) was established under Act No. VIII of 2016 of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan within the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) to promote trade in halal products and processes. The PHA is responsible for determining the halal status of products, processes, and services—including those imported or exported, as well as those consistently maintained and monitored in the local market. As the sole legal authority in the field of halal certification in Pakistan, it facilitates national and international trade integration.
The Pakistan Halal Authority (PHA) was established under Act No. VIII of 2016 of the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan within the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST) to promote trade in halal products and processes. The PHA is responsible for determining the halal status of products, processes, and services—including those imported or exported, as well as those consistently maintained and monitored in the local market. As the sole legal authority in the field of halal certification in Pakistan, it facilitates national and international trade integration.
The primary mission of the PHA is to assess and register the competence of Halal Certification Bodies, monitor the proper use of Halal marks, and ensure the integrity of the Halal supply chain. The agency enforces secondary legislation, most notably the Pakistan Halal (Certification Marks) Regulations 2021, to enhance consumer confidence in Halal products both domestically and internationally.
Areas of Halal Certification Authorized by PHA
Halal Food Products
It oversees and approves certification processes for all categories of halal food, including meat, dairy, seafood, and processed foods.
Halal Medicines and Health Products
It monitors the compliance of procurement, production, and filling conditions for halal raw materials used in pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, and health products.
Halal Logistics and Warehousing
It provides a logistics audit framework to prevent cross-contamination during the transportation, storage, and retail processes of halal products.
Halal Industrial Products and Packaging
Assessment processes covering Halal compliance for animal-derived by-products, leather, packaging materials, and industrial products.
Halal Services and Restaurant
It conducts compliance assessments of halal kitchen and service processes for restaurants, hotels, catering, and institutional food services.
The Legal Basis and Recognition of PHA
PHA Act 2016 (VIII)
The legal authority and regulatory framework were established by the Pakistan Halal Authority Act No. VIII of 2016, enacted by the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST)
PHA operates under the Ministry of Science and Technology of Pakistan and enjoys official recognition at the national level.
Our PHA Halal Certification Scope
USB Certification, Registration of Halal Certification Bodies under the Pakistan Halal (Certification Marks) It is a registered Halal Certification Body in accordance with Article 34 of the PHA Act 2016, as read by Article 23 of the Regulations 2021. For more information, please visit phra.gov.pk.
PHA-Registered Halal Certification
- Halal certification for food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals for the Pakistani market
- Compliance with the Pakistan Halal (Certification Marks) Regulations 2021
- Authorization to use Halal labels recognized by the PHA
Legal Basis
- Registration pursuant to Section 34 of the PHA Act 2016 (VIII)
- Pakistan Halal (Certification Marks) Regulations 2021, Section 23
- Authority to issue Halal compliance certificates for export and import processes
Enter the Pakistani Market with a Halal Certificate
USB Certification, as a Halal Certification Body registered with the PHA, provides reliable compliance services for the Pakistani and international Halal markets.
