Muslim Consumer Group

Muslim Consumer Group (MCG) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing information about halal and haram status of food products, cosmetics, and other consumables for Muslim consumers. The organization aims to help Muslims adhere to Islamic dietary laws by offering guidance on permissible and impermissible items.

History

The Muslim Consumer Group was founded in 2000 by Dr. Syed Rasheeduddin Ahmed, a food scientist with a background in halal certification. The organization was established to address the growing need for reliable information on halal products in the United States and other non-Muslim majority countries.

Mission

The primary mission of MCG is to educate and inform Muslim consumers about the halal status of various products. This includes food items, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. The organization also works to promote the concept of halal among manufacturers and retailers, encouraging them to obtain halal certification for their products.

Services

MCG offers a range of services to both consumers and businesses:

• Halal Certification: MCG provides halal certification services to manufacturers and producers, ensuring that their products meet Islamic dietary laws.
• Product Reviews: The organization reviews and lists products that are halal, haram, or questionable, based on their ingredients and manufacturing processes.
• Educational Resources: MCG offers educational materials, including articles, books, and seminars, to help consumers understand halal dietary laws and make informed choices.
• Consultation: The organization provides consultation services to businesses looking to enter the halal market or improve their existing halal offerings.

Halal Certification Process

The halal certification process involves several steps:

1. Application: Manufacturers submit an application to MCG, providing detailed information about their products and production processes. 2. Inspection: MCG conducts an on-site inspection of the manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with halal standards. 3. Review: The organization reviews the ingredients and production methods to determine the halal status of the products. 4. Certification: If the products meet the required standards, MCG issues a halal certification, allowing the manufacturer to label their products as halal.

Impact

The work of MCG has had a significant impact on the availability of halal products in the market. By providing reliable information and certification, the organization has helped increase consumer confidence and demand for halal products. This, in turn, has encouraged more manufacturers to seek halal certification and cater to the needs of Muslim consumers.

See Also

• Halal
• Haram
• Islamic dietary laws
• Halal certification
• Muslim consumer