Certification Application for Halal Compliance

Certification Application for Halal Compliance

Recitals

WHEREAS, Applicant Name: (the "Applicant") seeks certification that certain products, processes, facilities and supply chains conform to Halal standards as described in this application;

WHEREAS, Certifying Body Name: (the "Certifier") is authorized to assess, audit and issue Halal certification upon successful demonstration of compliance with the certifier's Halal compliance criteria;

WHEREAS, the Applicant requests evaluation and, if compliant, issuance of a Halal Certificate limited to the scope defined in this application and subsequent certificate.

Applicant Information

Sole Proprietor   Partnership   Corporation   LLC   Other:

Production Sites and Facilities

Products, Ingredients and Supply Chain

Slaughter Method(s):   Non-stunned   Stunned prior to slaughter   Mechanical killing   Other:

Scope of Work

The scope of certification requested (including products, processes, facilities and any geographic limitations) is set forth below. The Certifier will assess, audit and, if compliant, issue a certificate limited to approved SKUs and locations.

Compliance Systems and Records

Please indicate implemented systems (check all that apply) and attach supporting records.

HACCP plan   Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)   Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)   Traceability system

Attachments Checklist

The Applicant shall attach the following. Check boxes indicate included documents:

Ingredient list / formulas   Product labels   Supplier declarations   Slaughterhouse permits  

HACCP / Quality manuals   Training records   Other attachments:

Payment Terms

Application Fee: $   Annual Certification Fee: $

Payment Schedule:

Late Fee: on overdue balances and collection costs recoverable by Certifier.

Refunds: Fees for assessment and auditing are non-refundable once on-site audit has occurred. Administrative fee refund policy:

Term and Termination

Certification Term Start Date:   Term End Date:

Notice Period for Termination Without Cause: days prior written notice.

Immediate Termination: Certifier may suspend or terminate certification immediately upon discovery of a material breach of Halal requirements, fraud or deliberate misrepresentation by the Applicant. Upon termination, Applicant shall cease use of all Halal marks and representations and return or destroy certificates upon request.

Confidentiality and Access

Certification-related information provided by the Applicant will be treated as confidential by the Certifier except where disclosure is required by law, regulatory authority, or to enforce compliance. The Applicant grants the Certifier and its authorized auditors access to records, premises and suppliers reasonably necessary to verify compliance.

The Certifier may disclose the status of certification (e.g., certified, suspended, revoked) and the scope of certification to customers and regulatory bodies without further consent.

Representations, Warranties and Indemnity

The Applicant represents and warrants that all information and documents submitted are true, accurate and complete. Applicant will notify Certifier promptly of any changes that affect compliance. Applicant shall indemnify, defend and hold Certifier harmless from any claims, liabilities, losses or expenses arising from Applicant's non-compliance, misrepresentation, or misuse of certification marks.

Governing Law

This Agreement and any certificate issued pursuant to this application shall be governed by the laws of: , without regard to conflict of law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Application, together with any attachments, invoices and the issued certificate (if any), contains the entire agreement between the Applicant and the Certifier regarding Halal certification and supersedes all prior understandings and agreements, whether written or oral. No modification shall be effective unless made in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

Declarations and Applicant Certification

By signing below, the Applicant certifies under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this application and all attachments is true and correct to the best of the Applicant's knowledge; that the Applicant consents to audits, inspections and release of certification status; and that the Applicant will comply with the requirements necessary to obtain and maintain Halal certification.

Administrative Use Only

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