Republic Act No. 10817 (Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act)
Also known as: RA 10817 · Halal Export Act · Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act
Definition
Republic Act No. 10817, officially the “Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act,” is the Philippine statute that established the national framework for halal-industry development, certification, and export promotion in the Philippines. Signed into law on June 9, 2016 by President Benigno S. Aquino III, R.A. 10817 created the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Board (under the Department of Trade and Industry) responsible for coordinating halal-certification standards, promoting Philippine halal products in export markets, and supporting the growth of the Philippine halal industry. The Act positions the Philippines as a halal-export participant in the global halal market — serving both Muslim-majority-country export demand and the global Muslim-consumer market. (DTI Philippines — Halal Board reference)
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| LCSH | Halal food industry — Law and legislation — Philippines |
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| Google Scholar | “Philippine Halal Export” RA 10817 halal certification DTI |
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Also Known As
- RA 10817
- Halal Export Act
- Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act
Usage Scenarios
1. Halal Certification Standardization
The Act promotes standardized halal-certification frameworks for Philippine products and establishments — including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and services.
2. Philippine Halal Export Promotion
Supports Philippine companies seeking to export halal-certified products to Muslim-majority markets (Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, Gulf states, etc.).
3. Halal Industry Development Board
The Act created the Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Board (under DTI) as the coordinating body.
4. Mindanao Halal Ecosystem Support
Particularly relevant to Mindanao-based enterprises like Dalil Salam Solutions Inc. and the Balik Islam Council ecosystem.
Strategies
- DTI-led coordinating board model
- Halal certification standardization across product categories
- Export-market promotion for Philippine halal products
Related Topic
- Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Philippines
- National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF)
- Halal industry in the Philippines
- Jeffrey Andante Prevendido
- Balik Islam Council of the Philippines Inc.
- Dalil Salam Solutions Inc.
- Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA)