How Panaxy Filtration®’s JAKIM Halal Certification Elevates F&B Standards

As the global Halal economy surges, food and beverage operators have learned to certify every ingredient—but often overlook the water that underpins their kitchens. In November 2023, Panaxy Filtration® achieved Malaysia’s prestigious JAKIM Halal Certification (SPHM), offering a critical solution for F&B professionals seeking full compliance.

Why Water Must Be Halal

• Dual Imperative: Health and Compliance

  • As SK Ho, CEO of Panaxy Group, noted at the KiniHalal Forum:

    “A household uses roughly 2 liters per hour; a single restaurant may consume hundreds of thousands of liters annually. Water doesn’t just hydrate—it’s integral to cooking and customer safety.”

• Hidden Risks in Uncertified Filters

  • Associate Professor Dr Mohd Mahyeddin Mohd Salleh of Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Institute of Fatwa and Halal referenced a 2020 Harian Metro study revealing animal‑bone bio‑ceramic filters of dubious origin in many imported units, posing unintended Halal hazards.

JAKIM’s Rigorous Halal Approval Process

• Nine Critical Steps

  1. Documentation and ingredient review

  2. Raw material traceability check

  3. Production facility and equipment inspection

  4. Process and hygiene protocol audit

  5. Independent lab testing of samples

  6. Staff Halal‑awareness training

  7. Internal report drafting and expert panel review

  8. Official certification and logo authorization

  9. Annual surveillance and market sampling

• Timeline and Support

  • Under the guidance of Serunai Halal Centre of Excellence, Panaxy Filtration® completed all preparatory and audit stages within five months.

  • According to Mohd Fakarudin bin Masod, Senior Assistant Director at JAKIM’s Halal Management Division:

    “Many F&B operators focus on food ingredients but neglect water filtration Halal criteria—non‑compliance here leads to outright application rejection.”

Panaxy Filtration®’s Key Advantages

1. Dual‑Market Halal Accreditations

   • Beyond JAKIM SPHM, Panaxy holds earlier Halal approval from India, covering major global Halal markets.

2. Safe, Natural Filtration Media

   • High‑temperature activated coconut‑shell carbon and food‑grade stainless steel—zero animal‑derived parts.

3. Comprehensive Industry Coverage

   • Solutions for restaurants, café chains, hotels, hospitals, pharmaceutical and food processing facilities.

4. End‑to‑End Support

   • Pre‑installation training, routine maintenance, and audit‑readiness consulting to ensure uninterrupted compliance.

Real‑World Impact: F&B Success Stories

• •  An airline caterer "A" was unexpectedly required to replace its un‑certified water system during its annual internal audit. After switching to Panaxy Filtration®, their water filtration setup passed JAKIM’s stringent review with flying colors—meeting the F&B industry’s toughest water quality standards and flawlessly clearing the annual Halal re‑audit, ensuring uninterrupted operations.

Looking Ahead: Water as the F&B Industry’s “Invisible Star”

With Halal market demand soaring, certified water is becoming non‑negotiable. Panaxy Filtration® is advancing:

• Smart Filtration: Real‑time filter life and water‑quality monitoring to preempt compliance lapses.

• Regional Service Hubs: Establishing centers in China, Southeast Asia, and beyond for localized technical and audit support.

Opting for Panaxy Filtration® means choosing a clear path to “complete Halal compliance” and “sustained brand elevation.”