VHM (Veterinary Health Mark)
The official mark of veterinary assurance for animal-based Halal products in Malaysia. Strengthen your compliance, protect your brand, and open doors to premium markets.
What Is the Veterinary Health Mark?
The Veterinary Health Mark (VHM) is an official certification mark issued by the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) Malaysia under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. It is awarded to licensed premises involved in the processing of animal-based products that meet stringent veterinary hygiene, animal health, and food safety requirements.
For Halal companies, VHM goes beyond basic compliance. It provides a government-backed assurance that your animal-based products are processed under official veterinary supervision, reinforcing the integrity of your Halal status and building trust with buyers, retailers, and consumers.
The VHM logo displayed on certified products and documentation signals to the market that your premises have been inspected, approved, and continuously monitored by DVS authorities.
What VHM Certifies
- Premises comply with DVS veterinary hygiene standards
- Products originate from an officially inspected facility
- Animal handling and processing meet national safety requirements
- Authorised use of the official VHM logo on products and documents
- Subject to regular surveillance and compliance audits by DVS
- Supports Halal certification and export market requirements
Key Benefits for Halal Companies
VHM delivers measurable value across compliance, market access, and brand credibility for businesses dealing in animal-based Halal products.
Strengthens Halal Brand Credibility
Adds a government-backed layer of veterinary assurance to your Halal certification, demonstrating to buyers and consumers that your products are processed in a controlled, inspected environment.
Supports Export Market Access
VHM is often required or preferred by international buyers and importing countries as evidence of official veterinary control - a key advantage for Halal exporters targeting the Middle East, ASEAN, and beyond.
Ensures Regulatory Compliance
Helps your premises meet the structural, operational, and hygiene criteria required by DVS, reducing the risk of enforcement actions, warnings, or plant suspension.
Protects Product Integrity
Encourages structured hygiene, sanitation, and process control systems that safeguard animal-based Halal products from contamination, deterioration, or improper handling.
Builds Buyer & Retailer Confidence
Provides a competitive edge when supplying to supermarkets, hypermarkets, QSR chains, and institutional buyers that require certified, traceable sources for animal-based products.
Aligns with Islamic Values
Reinforces the Islamic principles of cleanliness (taharah) and responsibility in the handling of animals and animal products - meeting the expectations of discerning Muslim consumers worldwide.
Who Needs VHM Certification?
VHM is essential for any Halal business involved in the processing, handling, or storage of animal-based products in Malaysia.
VHM Works Best When Combined With
Maximise your compliance posture and market access by integrating VHM with complementary Halal and food safety certifications.
JAKIM Halal Certification
The foundation of Shariah compliance for all Halal businesses in Malaysia.
Good Manufacturing Practice
Ensure consistent production quality and hygiene across your facility.
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
Identify and control food safety hazards at critical stages.
Food Safety Management System
Internationally recognised standard for comprehensive food safety control.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
VHM is an official certification mark issued by the Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) Malaysia to premises processing animal-based products that comply with veterinary hygiene and food safety requirements.
VHM is required for premises seeking official DVS recognition. It is also increasingly expected by major buyers, retailers, and export markets as proof of veterinary supervision and compliance.
The timeline varies depending on your premises' current readiness. Typically, the process takes 3–6 months from gap assessment to certificate issuance, subject to DVS audit scheduling.
Yes. We specialise in integrating VHM with Halal certification (JAKIM), GMP, HACCP, and ISO 22000 to create a unified, efficient compliance system for your organisation.
VHM certificates are subject to a validity period as determined by DVS, with regular surveillance audits conducted to ensure ongoing compliance. Our team supports you through renewal processes.
Yes. We conduct pre-audit assessments, identify non-conformities, guide corrective actions, and prepare your team for DVS compliance inspections and surveillance audits.
A Structured, End-to-End Certification Consultancy
We provide a practical and structured consultancy approach to help businesses achieve and maintain certification compliance efficiently. Our team works closely with your organization to assess readiness, align internal processes, and guide you through every stage of the certification journey — from preparation to approval.
By combining industry expertise with proven compliance frameworks, we help reduce complexity, improve audit readiness, and ensure long-term compliance sustainability.
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Readiness & Gap Assessment
Evaluate your current operations, documentation, and systems against certification requirements. -
Documentation & SOP Development
Assist in preparing and organizing policies, procedures, and records required for certification. -
Process Alignment & Internal Implementation
Ensure operational practices align with certification standards across departments. -
Pre-Audit & Corrective Action Support
Identify non-conformities early and guide corrective actions before official audits. -
Application & Authority Liaison
Support submission processes and communication with certification bodies.
- Clear, step-by-step guidance tailored to your business
- Reduced risk of delays, rejections, or non-compliance
- Improved audit confidence and operational transparency
- Support for both initial certification and renewal processes
- Our certification consultancy services are suitable for:
- Food & beverage manufacturers
- Cosmetics & personal care companies
- Pharmaceutical and healthcare businesses
- Logistics, warehousing, and distribution providers
- SMEs and enterprises seeking local or international certification
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