Halal Perspective Research Articles

CULTURED MEAT TECHNOLOGY: UNVEILING AWARENESS AND HALAL PERCEPTIONS AMONG MUSLIM YOUTH IN MALAYSIA

In recent years, there has been a rise in research focusing on how consumers perceive cultured meat technology, which is nearing readiness for commercialization. While the concept of cultured meat has been around since tissue cell culture technology was invented, it hasnt been a primary focus for scientists, nor has it made significant inroads into local or global markets. Moreover, theres a noticeable lack of knowledge and understanding about this technology among consumers, particularly among young Muslims in Malaysia, as evidenced by the scarcity of reference sources and previous studies. Additionally, discussions on the halal aspects of cultured meat technology remain limited despite current concerns.Therefore, this study aims to assess the level of awareness of cultured meat technology among Muslim youth at the Academy of Contemporary Studies (ACIS), UiTM Shah Alam. It also seeks to gauge their understanding of the halal concept related to cultured meat technology and analyze the factors influencing their acceptance of this technology. To achieve these objectives, a quantitative approach was employed, using a questionnaire distributed via Google Form to 120 Muslim youth at ACIS, UiTM Shah Alam.The collected data underwent descriptive and reliability analyses using Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) Version 27. The findings revealed that a majority of respondents (76.6%) were highly aware of the existence of cultured meat technology. However, only a moderate proportion (31.7%) demonstrated an understanding of cultured meat from a halal perspective. Nonetheless, a significant number of respondents (40.8%) expressed agreement with the idea that cultured meat is acceptable for consumption.In conclusion, this research endeavors to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and understanding among Muslim youth, as well as to inform future researchers and the food industry about cultured meat technology.

Examining the Halal Perspective of Pre-Order Transactions in Gold Buying and Selling: A Qualitative Descriptive Analysis

Abstract This research will discuss buying and selling, especially buying and selling gold. Gold today is not only favored as a woman's jewelry but as a means of investment. The existence of gold buying and selling transactions by pre order raises questions that develop in the community regarding the halal and haram laws. This research is a type of qualitative descriptive research, by examining various literatures and criticizing the problems that occur in the field. By sharing opinions, from the community, religious leaders and scholars that buying and selling gold by pre order is halal. Because basically dp (downpayment) is only used as a guarantee for the buyer's certainty to buy the gold. Not as a contract. Because the correct contract is when it is paid in full and the gold has been received at the price according to the day the gold is received. Gold here is categorized as jewelry according to the illatnya "gold formed in various models is categorized as jewelry so that it is said to be goods or clothing". Keywords: buying and selling gold, buying and selling gold on pre-order, buying and selling gold on forging. Abstrak Penelitian ini membahas pembelian dan penjualan, khususnya pembelian dan penjualan emas. Saat ini, emas tidak hanya diminati sebagai perhiasan wanita tetapi juga sebagai sarana investasi. Keberadaan transaksi pembelian dan penjualan emas melalui pre order menimbulkan pertanyaan yang berkembang di masyarakat mengenai hukum halal dan haram. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian deskriptif kualitatif, dengan menelaah berbagai literatur dan mengkritisi masalah-masalah yang terjadi di lapangan. Dengan berbagi pendapat dari masyarakat, pemimpin agama, dan ulama bahwa pembelian dan penjualan emas melalui pre order adalah halal, karena pada dasarnya uang muka hanya digunakan sebagai jaminan kepastian pembeli untuk membeli emas, bukan sebagai kontrak. Kontrak yang benar adalah saat pembayaran lunas dan emas telah diterima dengan harga sesuai dengan hari emas diterima. Emas di sini dikategorikan sebagai perhiasan berdasarkan illatnya "emas yang dibentuk dalam berbagai model dikategorikan sebagai perhiasan sehingga dianggap sebagai barang atau pakaian". Kata kunci: pembelian dan penjualan emas, pembelian dan penjualan emas pre-order, pembelian dan penjualan emas secara palsu.

An Examination Of Herding Behavior On Stock Market: An Halal Perspective

The objective of this study is examining herding on stock market in an halal perspectivefor understanding as the way of thought and it could result the right decision for investor. The decision can be obtained from herding which is seen as a factor of stock market more volatile and risky. This behavior is done by the investor due to feel doubt in choosing stock, because there are no other choices to make some decisions and they assume that other investors have some informations. On the other hand, herding can affect the level of risk to be faced. The problem being analyzed are; First, how the halal perspective about herding behavior. Second, what are the criteria of herding base on halal perspective. This study was writed over a month period beginning in August, 2018. The primary data is mainly gathered from Al-Qur’an, al Hadits, and ushul Fiqh. To support the data, an in-depth analyze technique was also used. In addition, the secondary data from journal’s articles, books, and other related literatures were also utilized. This paper is using descriptive method of analyses, and include in the literature research category. The findings show that herding in halal perspective is allowed but it must be in accordance with the knowledge of stock analyzing and who person they follow. It could not followed blindly to result decision. This study would make Halal Science Research having a potential to answer the shortcoming found in phenomenon of stock market.

The Impact of Consumer Purchase Intention and Halal Brand Equity on Halal-Labeled Instant Noodle Products in Indonesia

Purpose: This research aims to examine the impact of consumer purchase intention and halal brand equity from a halal perspective, namely halal brand image, halal brand perceived quality, halal brand satisfaction, halal brand trust, and halal brand loyalty.
 Method: This research employs an online questionnaire to collect data from 210 respondents aged 17 and above who have experience consuming halal-labeled instant noodles in Indonesia. Based on the research objective, it falls under basic research. Based on the research type, it falls under causal research. Based on the research approach, this research is classified as quantitative research. Furthermore, this research aims to elaborate on the relationships between halal brand image, halal brand perceived quality, halal brand satisfaction, halal brand trust, halal brand loyalty, purchase intention, and halal brand equity. The theoretical model with hypothesized relationships was developed and tested using the structural equation modeling procedure in SPSS AMOS. 
 Result: The findings of this research indicate that halal brand image has a significant and positive influence on halal brand perceived quality, halal brand satisfaction, halal brand trust, halal brand loyalty, and purchase intention. Similarly, halal brand perceived quality, halal brand satisfaction, halal brand trust, and halal brand loyalty have a significant and positive influence on purchase intention. Furthermore, halal brand satisfaction significantly and positively influences halal brand equity, but the relationship between halal brand trust and halal brand equity could not be established.

Panduan Pengukuran Halal Lifestyle: Pedoman Literasi Keuangan Syariah dan Literasi Halal

All these aspects of life are actually inseparable in the routine activities of a Muslim; that is called the halal lifestyle. The term "halal lifestyle" is yet to be commonly established but is explicitly and implicitly mentioned in the Quran and Hadis as well. Therefore, this paper will proposed the measurement and validity approach for halal lifestyle. The halal lifestyle in foods and beverages will be analyzed and discussed from a halal perspective based on Islamic financial literacy and halal literacy guidance. This study will become a basic reference for measuring the halal lifestyle, which has not been widely discussed by researchers. A total of 108 expert respondents were involved in the research process by completing self-evaluation questionnaires. Islamic financial literacy and halal literacy will be measured using true or false test questions, while the concept of measuring halal lifestyle is carried out using four Likert scales with the choices of strongly disagree, disagree, agree, and strongly agree. Then, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) will be used to analyze the scoring using SPSS version 21 to test the construct validity. This study is attempted to contribute towards new theoretical knowledge especially in proposing the measurement items for halal lifestyle. This study also has an empirical contribution to understanding the level of literacy among consumers, especially in the halal lifestyle concept.

Business Ethics Violation on Hit Products in the Practical Gorund of PT Megasari Makmur: Halal Perspective Analysis

The rise of cases of violations of business ethics cases, one of which was by PT. Megarsari Makmur who committed an act of violation that had a major impact on consumers because it had endangered consumers by adding two dangerous chemicals and not applying detailed ingredient information on product labels. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative method that utilizes data collection techniques for literature and document studies. PT. Megarsari Makmur is more concerned with personal gain by keeping production costs as low as possible, however, it is detrimental to many parties. The purpose of this research is to examine further about the problem analysis and the solution chosen by PT. Megarsari Makmur based on a review of the halal industry. The chosen form of problem solving is by withdrawing all HIT products that have been spread throughout the market

Recycling Ablution Water (Wudu’) Using Membrane Water Treatment: A Study from Fiqh Halal Perspective

Water conservation is essential in Islam. The reuse of water for ablution through the process of water treatment is one way of water conservation. However, discussions and debates occurred because the source of water used for the treatment is categorized as musta’mal, which is pure but not purified and may contain mutanajjis water. This article proposes a model of treatment and purification of ablution water in mosques or surau using membrane water treatment for water reuse. This article uses a qualitative method focusing on document analysis regarding fiqh books, articles and guidelines related to water treatment technology. According to the fiqh and science, this study found that water treatment for treating used ablution water using membrane water filter is pure and clean.

Hazards In Poultry Feed Production: An Appraisal From The Halal Perspective

Animal feed is any processed, semi-processed of raw materials or compound which are fed to animals. Poultry feed are food for farm poultry, including chickens, ducks, geese and other domestic birds (Gallus domesticus), whether it is in mash, crumbles or pellets form. Feed supply is central to all animal production systems and any factor that affects the security of the feed supply is a significant constraint to production. In Malaysia, most of the poultry feed comprises of 95% of the sources that are imported and only 5% are obtained locally. In this situation, feed producers are responsible to communicate with crop producers and at the same time connected with primary food producers involved, such as poultry breeders. These phenomena are crucial in maintaining the halal integrity along the supply chain. To produce halal food materials, it is important to make sure that the feed fed to edible animals are Ḥalālan ṭoyyiban. This paper reviews the hazards presence in poultry feed and its production which include biohazards, chemical hazards and physical hazards. In so doing, it employs library research methodology by reviewing the relevant literatures and analysed using content analysis method. Further to that, it also appraises the presence of the respective hazards from the halal perspective. From the halal point of view, the sources of human food shall not only be halal, but shall also be safe for human consumption, non-poisonous and non-hazardous to human health. In the context of poultry feed, the usage of antibiotics, GMOs with hazardous issue or potential toxicity or allergenicity, toxin contamination and presence of physical contaminants in poultry feed, if not properly controlled and regulated seriously, adverse effects might take place in human and this is indeed not in line with the goal of the Shariah to safeguard the interests of human and the universe, to protect life and lineage, and to bring benefits and repelling harms. Nevertheless, considering that contaminants are present everywhere, and that total elimination is almost impossible, taking proactive actions to reduce their presence to the minimum level possible is in compliance with the spirit of Maqasid Shariah. This could be done by putting in place a comprehensive legislation for the control of several of these chemical compounds, pathogens and physical contaminants in poultry feed, or by implementing feed safety management system such as HACCP in feed plants. In addition, to protect the interest of the Muslim consumers particularly in Malaysia, it is also recommended that a Halal standard for Poultry Feed Production should be developed.

The Treatment of Foundation Embroidery from an Islamic Perspective

The trend of foundation embroidery treatment has been widespread and frenzy among Muslim women. Foundation embroidery is one of the most sophisticated facial treatments in Malaysia. With the overly and grossly obsessed attitude toward beautiful faces, most women are willing to spend hundreds of money to look gorgeous in front of society. The sophistication of technology nowadays, especially involving facial treatment and so on, requires a lot and depth research and explanation because this not only consists of the safety of our health but also relates to Islamic law, especially for Muslim women. Thus, the objective of this study is to investigate the procedures and classification of foundation embroidery treatment as it is one of the most popular facial treatments nowadays, especially in Malaysia. Apart from that, this research aims to evaluate the law governing this therapy from a halal perspective and the health risks associated with foundation embroidery. A qualitative research method was employed in which the process of getting high-quality information from literature is studied inductively and deductively. The findings of this study reveal that health organisations and Islamic law prohibit the treatment of foundation embroidery as it gives more harm and risks to the consumer even though the consumer’s intention is in a good way. The study of scientists and dermatologists also proves it.

Global view of animal feed in halal perspective

Purpose: Islamic concept of food consumption for human beings is derived from the term Tayyib which depicts both food safety and quality. Unlike the humans, though animals are not bound to any code of practice, yet with reference to the food animals their diet seeks the attention of Islamic jurisprudence. Animal feed is the preliminary Halal control point in Halal food supply chain when the matter comes to the animal derived ingredients. This paper aims to put forth a global view of animal feed in Halal perspective by showcasing firstly the global scenario of feed industry, feed compositions, hazards and regional regulations, secondly by highlighting the Halal and Tayyib integrity concerns over different feed compositions and addressing them through the global Halal standards and Islamic rulings issued by various Halal industry players. Design/methodology/approach: This research presents an interdisciplinary work of Islamic jurisprudence and feed science, which intertwines research on global feed compositions and the fundamental requirements of Halal and Haram jurisprudence. Findings: Animals are not the addressees of Quran and Sunnah; hence they are not bound to follow any code of religion. They are free to live and consume the way they like; in addition, Islam holds mankind responsible for their welfare and rights. Animal feed becomes an important subject for Islamic Jurisprudence only when the matter comes to the food animals. With reference to the food animals, animal feed is the preliminary control point of food supply chain, hence, it must be from halal source and must not cause harm to the human health. Originality/value: To our best knowledge, this paper is the first that attempts to elaborate on the global feed scenario including compositions and regulations in halal perspective.

Global view of animal feed in halal perspective

Global view of animal feed in halal perspective

Non-Conventional Strategic Supply Chain Management towards Halal Perspective

The implementations of halal concept into supply chain management have received great attention due to the increasing demand for halal products. It is necessary for manufacturers to establish firm’s strategic orientation includes supply chain orientation and market orientation to sustain firm competitiveness in emerging halal market. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a systematic literature review to identify the state of the art of the halal studies in supply chain area. The review protocol was involving 249 research articles. Based on a review of previous studies, this paper improves the existing framework of the halal supply chain by incorporating strategic orientation and halal’s firm performance. Therefore, this paper contributes the strategic approach to preserving the integrity of halal while sustain the firm performance.

Meat consumers and Islamic scholars’ understanding of humane slaughter, and effects of pre-slaughter stunning on meat purchasing decisions in Ghana

PurposeThis paper aims to seek the understanding and opinion of meat consumers and Islamic scholars in Ghana, on preslaughter stunning of livestock, and its effects on meat patronage by consumers.Design/methodology/approachA total of 170 meat consumers and 19 Islamic Scholars were interviewed to examine their perception and levels of understanding of pre-slaughter stunning of livestock, and whether stunning had any influence on their meat purchasing decisions. Descriptive statistics and Probit regression model were used to analyse the data obtained.FindingsIt was observed that majority (94.4%) of the meat consumers had no idea on what pre-slaughter stunning of livestock entails. However, 32.7% concurred that stunning is capable of reducing the pain associated with neck cutting of slaughter animals. Evidence from the Probit analysis suggested that variables such as age, marital status, religion, source of meat, product label and Muslims’ religiosity negatively influenced the willingness to consume meat from animals stunned prior to slaughter. In contrast, variables such as gender, knowledge on stunning, beef as the preferred meat, pain reduction and knowledge on stunning, positively influenced the willingness to consume same. The level of education and knowledge on pre-stunning is associated with the acceptance of pre-slaughter stunning of livestock among Islamic ScholarsResearch limitations/implicationsEven though the study is Islamic oriented, majority of the respondents except the Islamic scholars were non-Muslims. Given this, the implications of the study have been differentiated for both Muslims and non-Muslims.Practical implicationsThe findings present an opportunity for researchers, retailers and Islamic scholars to increase education around different slaughter technologies so that consumers can understand these methods to make informed purchasing decisions. Higher educational institutions such as agriculture and veterinary schools can also use the findings to develop future modules around animal welfare. The research can also inform governments, non-governmental organisations and retailers in the formulation of future policies on animal welfare. Further research is also needed to investigate the welfare aspects of slaughter with and without stunning and how to address any lapses in animal welfare.Social implicationsFrom animal welfare standpoint, the results may be interpreted to imply that consumers’ purchasing decisions are not based on animal welfare indices. From halal perspective, it implies that Muslims are consuming products that may have been slaughtered using stunning techniques that contravene the rules of halal slaughter.Originality/valueDespite the popularity of pre-slaughter stunning and relative literature in the industrialised world, it appears to be less researched in developing countries like Ghana. Besides, there is a lack of consensus among Islamic jurists in interpreting Islamic scriptures on pre-stunning. Nevertheless, there is a paucity of studies on the reasons apart from the interpretation of Islamic scriptures, which influences Islamic scholars' stance on pre-stunning in Ghana.

Pros and cons of different stunning methods from a Halal perspective: a review

There has always been a debate about the acceptability of stunning methods for preparing Halal slaughtered meat. Throughout the last few decades, stunning methods have become acceptable for Halal slaughtering due to an increasing majority of Muslim countries issuing Fatwas (religious rulings) that approve of stunning methods for the Halal slaughtering of food animals. With an increasing Muslim population worldwide, Halal meat provision is important for Muslims both economically and ethically. Moreover, there have been concerns regarding traditional Halal slaughter without the use of stunning from the standpoint of the animal’s welfare. This article reviews the different stunning methods available and the associated processing practices, addressing their pros and cons in the commercial production of Halal meat.

Physicochemical characteristic of modified edible film made from gelatine of sea bass (Lates calcarifer) residue with palmitic acid and soybean protein isolate treatment

The use of fish waste as raw material in producing gelatin becomes important when it is related to the halal perspective. Sea bass skin contains high protein, especially collagen protein which can be used as the main component of edible film. An edible film made from gelatin of fish skin usually lacks water vapour transmission due to its hydrophilic properties. Modification of formula in producing an edible film from fish gelatin with the addition of lipid such palmitic acid (PA treatment) and soybean protein isolate (SPI treatment) can affect the characteristics of the edible film resulted. This study was aimed to evaluate the chemical (solubility, water vapour permeability) and physical characteristics (thickness, tensile strength, per cent elongation, SEM) of an edible film made from gelatin with the addition of palmitic acid and soybean protein isolate with different concentration. The results showed that edible films with SPI addition yield the best film thickness (<2.5 mm) while PA addition resulted in better tensile strength of the films (>3.92 MPa) according to the Japanese Industrial Standard. The per cent elongation of both films with PA (21.3-34.44%) and SPI (36.06-117.53%) addition decreased with increasing concentration, but SPI generally gave higher elongation compared to PA. The addition of SPI gave lower solubility and higher water vapour transmission values compared to PA, however, the addition of 4.5% of PA gave the lowest water vapour transmission (5.416 g/m2 h). Therefore, the best treatment in this study was concluded to be 4% of SPI addition based on the best thickness, per cent elongation, water vapour transmission and solubility results.

Penerapan UTAUT untuk Memahami Akseptansi Mahasiswa terhadap Inovasi Cicilan Buku Berakad Murabahah

The increasing interest of the Muslim community in Indonesia in the consumption of goods and services labeled halal has certainly made all things with a halal perspective appear. Fintech (financial technology) as a form of digitization of the rapid development of technology is also used in the financial sector. The focus discussed in this study is the obligation of students to have books and how the website innovation system works using the murabaha contract. This study uses a phenomenological approach by conducting interviews with 40 students of the Muhammadiyah University of Sidoarjo who have used and made transactions on the IjabQabul.id website. The data obtained from the interviews were reprocessed using the Atlas.ti software. The results showed that from the IjabQabul.id website, students were quite helped by the facilities provided, such as payment methods that could be made online or collectively as well as payment methods that could be made in installments. Additions and feature enhancements are also expected by users to be added to the website.

Recent advanced techniques in cysteine determination: a review

The utilization of cysteine in a wide variety of products especially bakery products has led to a huge concern of various groups of consumers especially those who restricted to religious-based dietary. It has become a major concern due to the raw materials are derived from arguable sources such as pig bristles and human hair. This review briefly elaborates cysteine as food additives with highlighted issues in halal perspective and toxicity in the food industry. This review also highlighted several analytical approaches used in direct determination of cysteine compound such as high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), molecular imprinted polymers (MIPs), Raman spectroscopy, flow injection spectrophotometric, electrochemical biosensor and gold nanoparticles based calorimetric assay

Nutritional composition, sensory evaluation and Halal perspective African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fed with diets containing najasa (impurities)

Lately, Muslim consumers in Malaysia, are avoiding catfish (Clarias gariepinus) owing to the uncertainty of its halal status. This is due to the use of unclean/impure substances (najasa in Islamic law) as feed from animal carcasses or feed incorporated with animal waste (fat, blood or bone). Under the islamic law, animals which consume large quantities of najasa and led to noticeable changes of its odour, colour and taste of the meat are haram (forbidden) or makruh (undesirable). To our knowledge there is no investigation on whether the feed could alter the odour, taste or colour of the catfish from this perspective. Thus a study was undertaken to evaluate if feeding diets comprising of najasa will affect the nutritional composition and sensory characteristics of catfish.The fish were fed with imported pellets (consisting of 10-15% blood meal with porcine DNA detected), local pellets and 100% chicken offal for 12 weeks. The results showed treatment with imported pellets do not have a significant (p>0.05) effect on the nutritional composition (proximate composition, amino acids and fatty acids profiles), colour, odour and flavour of catfish fillet, but significantly (p<0.05) change the odour and flavour.

Electrical water bath stunning for Halal poultry meat production: animal welfare issues and compatibility with the Halal rules.

Abstract The use of electrical water bath stunning for the 'humane' slaughter of poultry has drawn criticism from some animal welfare research scientists and animal welfare organizations throughout the world. During water bath stunning, birds are shackled and inverted prior to entry into an electrified water bath, current is passed from the head, through the body and legs to earth via stainless steel shackles. From a Halal perspective, the rules stipulate that the welfare of animals is protected at all times and that animals must be alive (not conscious) at the point of neck-cutting. Some Muslim authorities have therefore questioned the suitability of water bath stunning for Halal meat production due to its negative impact on animal welfare and the possibility of some birds dying prior to exsanguination. This paper examines possible welfare compromises during water bath stunning and how these may affect compatibility with the rules of Halal meat production.

Halal Perspective of Microbial Bioprocess Based-Food Products

Halal food industries are growing rapidly in line with the growing number of World’s Muslim populations. The demand of halal food products by the non-Muslim’s countries have also increase as the increasing of the general public understanding of the strickly processed to achive halal status. Halal food is more than just a food product. It is also protect people from poisons, intoxication and hazardous substances exposure. Microbial bioprocess based-food products is one of alternative to create a variety of good quality and nutritious food products. These products can be fermented food, nutraceutical, whole microbes, probiotic and synbiotic. The presence of several microbes in gastric intestinal tract will also maintain mictobiota of human gut. Microbial agent is also important on producing the aroma, taste and color. It is also important on modifiying of food materials. As Muslim, people should follow the halal dietary laws. Halal food means any process to be a food product that is permissible of lawful by Islamic laws. It is defined in the holy Quran and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad. In general, the microbial based-food products are categorized into halal, haram and doubtful. To achieve the lawful status, six of main critical points in the use of microbes in food processing need to be considered. Microbial metabolite such as ethanol is one of crucial factor in order to achieve halal status of food products. In order to achieve the global halal market, several strategies must be applied to microbial bioprocess based-food industries.Keywords: microbe, halal, industry, bioprocess, critical point