KK Mart Lands in Hot Water Over Halal Logo Controversy
Concerns Over Halal Logo on Packaging
KK Mart, a popular convenience store chain, has landed in hot water after concerns were raised about the use of the halal logo on the packaging of chicken ham and cheese sandwiches sold at one of its outlets.
MP Urges Review of Internal Processes
Petaling Jaya MP Lee Chean Chung has urged KK Mart to review its internal product purchasing processes and standard operating procedure following the controversy. He stated that the convenience store chain, as a known chain, should tighten its internal controls to protect customer sensitivities and uphold halal standards.
Blaming Suppliers Not Enough
Lee Chean Chung emphasized that simply blaming the suppliers is not enough. As a Malaysian business, KK Mart must set an example as a responsible company with social responsibility. He urged the company to take immediate action to rectify the situation and ensure that its products meet the required halal standards.
Investigation Reveals Non-Halal Certification
The Islamic development department confirmed that neither the product nor the manufacturer was halal-certified. The domestic trade and cost of living ministry found that the halal logo on the packaging was from a certification issued to another company which was no longer operating and had sold its business to the firm that was raided.
Previous Controversy
This incident comes less than a year after another controversy involving the sale of socks bearing the word “Allah” at several KK Mart outlets. Lee Chean Chung warned that the careless actions of some local businesses could damage Malaysia’s image as a leader in the halal industry, which has maintained the top position for 10 consecutive years in the State of the Global Islamic Economy rankings.
Malaysia’s Halal Industry Ambitions
Malaysia is aiming to contribute 8.1% of the national gross domestic product by 2025, or 10.8% by 2030, through its halal industry. Lee Chean Chung emphasized the importance of recognizing Malaysia’s efforts to expand its globally admired halal industry, which continues to be embraced by international entrepreneurs and investors.
Conclusion
The controversy surrounding KK Mart’s use of the halal logo on its packaging highlights the importance of ensuring that products meet the required halal standards. As a responsible company, KK Mart must take immediate action to rectify the situation and ensure that its products meet the required standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the controversy surrounding KK Mart’s use of the halal logo?
A: KK Mart was found to have used the halal logo on the packaging of chicken ham and cheese sandwiches sold at one of its outlets, despite the product not being halal-certified.
Q: What did MP Lee Chean Chung urge KK Mart to do?
A: Lee Chean Chung urged KK Mart to review its internal product purchasing processes and standard operating procedure to protect customer sensitivities and uphold halal standards.
Q: What is Malaysia’s ambition for its halal industry?
A: Malaysia aims to contribute 8.1% of the national gross domestic product by 2025, or 10.8% by 2030, through its halal industry.