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India has emerged as a major player in the global Halal meat export market, with exports reaching $4.4 billion in 2022. This growth is driven by rising demand for Halal-certified products, particularly from countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Southeast Asia, and North Africa. Key importers such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Egypt, and Iran require strict compliance with Halal standards, making certification essential for Indian exporters.
To address these requirements, India introduced the India Conformity Assessment Scheme (i-CAS), which ensures that products meet Islamic Shariah law standards. The certification is in line with international best practices, simplifying export processes and maintaining high quality.
India’s Halal export growth is also supported by government initiatives, such as a one percent interest rebate for timely loan repayments and increased loan limits for exporters, effective since October 2023. These efforts aim to encourage compliance with global Halal standards and boost India’s market share.
Alongside Halal meat, India exports a variety of food products, including Basmati rice, fish, honey, and milk, all regulated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). The country has also concluded 14 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and 6 Preferential Trade Agreements (PTAs), with ongoing trade discussions focused on Halal products with the UK, EU, and other regions.
As the global Halal food market, valued at over $2 trillion, continues to expand, India’s competitive pricing, high-quality products, and Halal certification position it for further growth in the international market.
