Malaysian company says JAKIM halal certification for its reusable gloves based on new ‘personal protective equipment’ standard
KUALA LUMPUR - A Malaysian company says it has produced the world's first JAKIM halal-certified reusable protective gloves to help manufacturers maintain halal integrity throughout their supply chains.
Sumirubber Malaysia Sdn. Bhd, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. told Salaam Gateway the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) informed them the gloves’ halal certification is aligned with a new standard for personal protective equipment (PPE).
JAKIM did not respond to Salaam Gateway’s request for verification of this PPE standard.
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Ahmad Mustakim Zulkifli