Supreme Islamic Council of Halal Meat in Australia Inc(SICHMA)
Securing halal food sources for Australian meat exporters and consumers
Who is SICHMA?
The Supreme Islamic Council of Halal Meat in Australia (SICHMA) is one of the principal providers of halal certification to Australian meat exporters and processed-food manufacturers serving Muslim destinations. SICHMA is an Approved Islamic Organisation under the Australian Government Authorised Halal Program (AGAHP), making it part of the DAFF-recognised set of certifiers eligible to halal-certify Australian red meat for export. Its scope extends to halal supervision, food-producer information, communication with overseas Islamic authorities and government agencies, and community education through conferences and seminars.
Which meat establishments does SICHMA certify?
The export-registered meat establishments currently mapped to SICHMA in HalalHQ's EST lookup.
What halal accreditations does SICHMA hold?
SICHMA is recognized across major export markets and by relevant authorities, supporting halal-certified products on shelves around the world.
What services does SICHMA offer?
Frequently asked questions about SICHMA
Is SICHMA an internationally recognised halal certifier?
Yes. SICHMA holds 1 international accreditation (Australia (DAFF — AGAHP Approved Islamic Organisation)), which support recognition of its halal certificates across major export markets.
Where is SICHMA based?
Supreme Islamic Council of Halal Meat in Australia Inc is based in South Granville, NSW 2142.
What does SICHMA certify?
SICHMA offers 4 certification services: Halal Certification — Meat (export), Halal Certification — Processed Foods, Halal Supervision, Community Education — conferences and seminars.
Which meat establishments does SICHMA certify?
SICHMA certifies 12 export-registered meat establishments tracked in HalalHQ's EST lookup, including EST 8, EST 72, EST 87.
How can I check if a product is genuinely certified by SICHMA?
Look for the SICHMA halal mark and certificate number on the packaging, cross-check it on www.sichma.com.au, or scan the product barcode on HalalHQ to see its recorded certification.