Halal audits are conducted by highly qualified and trained Halal auditors from SGS to ensure that all controls are independent, fair and fully transparent. HaPI-certified halal products are spot-checked using state-of-the-art PCR DNA analysis and detection tests for alcohol (GC/MS) at independent, accredited SGS laboratories.

The SGS Group is the world leader in inspection, testing, verification and certification. Founded in 1878, SGS, headquartered in Geneva, with more than 89,000 employees and an international network of over 2,600 branches and laboratories, sets globally recognized standards for greater safety, efficiency and quality. In Germany, the SGS Group has been active since 1920 and has a nationwide presence with around 3,400 employees at 40 locations. It also includes SGS-TÜV Saar GmbH and SGS Institut Fresenius GmbH. Info about the company at: www.sgsgroup.de

The HaPI certificate is thus widely accepted by customers and business partners. It enables the Muslim consumer to safely consume such certified, labeled food and the industry to enter the rapidly growing market segment.