Halal certification for medicines, vitamins and supplements
Capsule shells, gelatin, magnesium stearate, glycerine and flavouring carriers are the four questions every halal buyer asks a supplement brand. GHC reviews each excipient and issues certification you can attach to export dossiers and pharmacy tenders.
Why pharmaceuticals & supplements get halal certified
Capsule shells and excipients are frequently animal-derived and rarely declared clearly.
Halal-regulated import markets check pharmaceutical documentation closely.
Pharmacy chains and online marketplaces request certification during onboarding.
A certificate reassures patients who otherwise avoid unlabelled products.
What we certify in this sector
- Vitamins, minerals and nutraceuticals
- Capsules, tablets and softgels
- Syrups, drops and oral suspensions
- Protein and sports nutrition powders
- Over-the-counter medicines
- Topical and wellness formulations
What to send with your application
- Full formulation with excipient list
- Capsule shell origin (bovine, fish, or plant)
- Gelatin halal certificates where applicable
- GMP manufacturing site details
A complete submission is normally certified within three working days. $497 per product, valid five years, with an optional $47 per month listing on the Halal Certified directory.
Common questions
Can bovine gelatin capsules be certified?
Yes, if the gelatin supplier holds a recognised halal certificate. Send it with your application.
Do you certify prescription medicines?
We certify over-the-counter medicines and supplements. Prescription products are assessed case by case.