LPPOM MUI Shares Pork Content Testing Experience at European Halal Congress 2026

The Indonesian Assessment Institute for Foods, Drugs, and Cosmetics of the Indonesian Ulema Council (LPPOM MUI) presented Indonesia's extensive experience in testing for pork content and applying science-based halal certification at the 4th European Halal Congress 2026 in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina. The event, held June 9-10, 2026, brought together academics, regulators, testing labs, certification bodies, and industry players from around the world.

During the congress, LPPOM stressed the critical role of integrating laboratory testing, halal audits, and traceability systems to maintain the integrity of halal products throughout the supply chain. The forum featured approximately 40 presentations across 11 sessions and panel discussions, with 30 speakers from 20 countries sharing innovations and experiences in the halal sector.

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We want to connect the academic community, producers, and halal certification bodies so that together we can contribute to the development of the halal sector in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Europe. We also feel honored to be able to present LPPOM to share Indonesia's long experience of 37 years in organizing halal certification.

Dr. Damir Alihodžić, Director of The Agency for Halal Quality Certification in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Congress Chairman, stated the forum aimed to foster collaboration among halal industry stakeholders to advance the sector globally. He expressed honor in hosting LPPOM to share Indonesia's 37 years of experience in halal certification.

Raafqi Ranasasmita, VP Corporate Secretary of LPPOM and a researcher at its laboratory, presented "Analytical Strategies for Porcine Detection in Halal Certification." He explained that the increasing complexity of global halal industries and international supply chains necessitates accurate and reliable testing methods. Raafqi noted that laboratory testing is crucial for detecting potential adulteration or contamination of non-halal ingredients at various production stages. He also emphasized that no single testing method is universally ideal, and the choice must consider product characteristics, processing levels, testing objectives, laboratory capabilities, costs, and decision-making urgency.

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No single testing method is the most ideal for all conditions. The selection of the method must consider the characteristics of the product, the level of processing, the purpose of the testing, the laboratory's capabilities, the cost, and the urgency of decision-making.