Halal Watch is a New York based halal certification body, registered with the New York State Department of Agriculture and recognized internationally by GAC, CICOT, and MJC. On-site audits across NY, certified in 2 to 3 weeks, from your home state.
Department of Agriculture & Markets
Based in New York
Accepted in 190+ export markets
For most NY companies
New York and the tri-state area form the largest halal market on the East Coast, home to thousands of halal-observant families, restaurants, and food producers. For a NY business, certification is not just compliance, it is access to that market with proof behind it. Our auditors conduct on-site inspections across New York, and our accredited certificate travels with your products into 190+ export markets.
New York also has its own halal regulations. See our guide to the New York Halal Foods Protection Act and what it requires of businesses.
A layer of state-level verification that no out-of-state certifier can offer a New York business. Combined with GAC, CICOT, and MJC recognition, your certificate is trusted at home and abroad.
Zabiha slaughter oversight and processing audits for NY meat businesses.
Verified halal status your NY customers can trust, with ongoing compliance.
Ingredient review, facility audits, and labeling compliance for producers.
Certification for halal meat departments and specialty grocers.
Rennet and enzyme verification for upstate and metro dairy operations.
Ingredient screening for NY brands entering halal-conscious markets.
Submit your products and facility details. We review your ingredients and supply chain.
A Halal Watch auditor inspects your New York facility on a scheduled day.
Findings are reviewed under qualified Islamic scholarly oversight.
Certified in 2 to 3 weeks for most companies, with ongoing compliance support.
Transparent pricing: certification typically averages between $3,000 and $5,000 annually, though every quote is individual and depends on your facility, products, and supply chain. See the Cost Guide →
Yes. Halal Watch operates from Slingerlands, New York, and has served US businesses since 1985. Audits across New York are conducted on-site by our own team.
It means our certification program is formally approved by New York State’s food regulator, a layer of state-level verification that out-of-state certifiers cannot offer NY businesses.
Most New York companies complete the process, from application to certificate, in 2 to 3 weeks.
Yes. Halal Watch certificates are recognized by GAC, CICOT, and MJC, supporting acceptance across the US and 190+ export markets.
Halal Watch · 1972 New Scotland Road # 1022, Slingerlands, NY 12159 · (877) 425-2599
