Lavender Bakery Addresses Halal Certification Concerns

Lavender Bakery Responds to Halal Concerns: Halal Ingredients, No Certification KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA—Malaysian bakery chain, Lavender Bakery, recently addressed public concerns regarding its halal status. While the company openly admits it lacks JAKIM halal certification, it insists all its ingredients are sourced from halal-certified suppliers. "We understand the importance of halal certification to our Muslim customers," said a Lavender Bakery spokesperson in a recent statement. "While we don't currently have it, we are committed to food safety and transparency." The bakery highlighted its adherence to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) standards, an internationally recognized food safety protocol. Their statement also emphasized a strict "No Pork, No Lard, No Alcohol" policy. Independent verification of Lavender Bakery's halal claims remains pending. However, the bakery's proactive response and commitment to transparency have been generally well-received. The company's willingness to consider obtaining halal certification in the future demonstrates a commitment to inclusivity and consumer trust.