The raw materials used in textile products are a crucial factor in ensuring product compliance with halal standards.
However, a product’s halal status cannot be determined solely based on the type of fabric used; it requires examining the material composition and the entire production process.
Each textile product has different characteristics and production standards, so inspections are necessary to ensure its halal status.
“When we talk about accuracy, every product has its own standards. To be able to declare a product halal, we must double-check,” Deatextile CEO Adwil Yusuf said in a panel discussion at the Indonesian Halal Week & EduNation Festival 2026.
According to Adwil, the inspection should include the composition of the materials used in the fabric’s manufacture.
By understanding the composition of each material, the process of determining product compliance with halal standards can be carried out based on applicable data and regulations.
Meanwhile, textile materials derived from natural sources, such as cotton, rayon, and viscose, are considered to have characteristics closer to plant-based materials.
“These materials are derived from plants, making them more easily compatible with the concept of halal products,” Adwil added.
“But if it’s made from plant-based materials like cotton, rayon, viscose, and other natural fabrics, I can say it’s a very natural material,” he said.
He believes the characteristics of these natural materials offer greater opportunities for integration with the halal product concept.
However, he cautioned that this does not mean that every textile product made from natural materials is automatically halal.
“And it can be categorized as a product that is acceptable and easy to match with halal products,” he informed.
Adwil emphasized that determining halal status still requires an inspection and certification process in accordance with applicable standards.
This is necessary because textile products can use a variety of additional materials in their manufacturing process.
Adwil explained that the characteristics of textile materials can vary depending on the source of the raw materials.
One example is polyester, which is produced using chemical-based materials and can be processed into various types of textile products.
“If the basic material is polyester, it must be 100% not using natural substances or chemical-based materials,” he said.
These characteristics make polyester products require careful inspection of both the materials and the production process. This is due to the numerous materials and steps involved in textile manufacturing.
The discussion on textile raw materials was part of the discussion at the Indonesian Halal Week & EduNation Festival 2026.
The forum discussed the development of the halal ecosystem in Indonesia from various perspectives, including industry, education, raw materials, and production processes.
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