FamilyMart Malaysia's 108 Ready-To-Eat Food Items Are Now Halal Certified
The convenience store also opened its ninth store in Melaka.
The Malaysian Islamic Development Department (JAKIM) has awarded Japan-based convenience store FamilyMart's dedicated central kitchen operator QL Kitchen Sdn Bhd a halal certificate
NST Online reported that the certification was given to FamilyMart on Thursday, 16 May, making some 108 FamilyMart branded ready-to-eat food products as registered halal.
Following which, on Saturday, 18 May, the company released a statement saying that the certification will provide as added levels of confidence to Muslim customers to purchase the convenience store's ready-to-eat meals, which includes items such as onigiri, bento, sandwich and bakery items, as well as soft-serve ice cream.
FamilyMart further plans to develop new food and beverage products to be included in the halal list for its Muslim customers