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This research outlines the obstacles in establishing a reformed legal framework in Malaysia that recognises the importance of halal labelling for pharmaceutical items. The desire of halal pharmaceutical consumer, that consist of Muslim and Non-Muslim is directed to acquiring advantages of halal certified product such as the hygienic and safety aspect. The findings to this study may help policymakers and the government identify the ideal legal regime for halal pharmaceutical labelling. Research employs a qualitative research method, using doctrinal study on halal pharmaceutical related regulations via content analysis approach. The findings are supported by data gathered through semi-structured interviews with various stakeholders that were selected using purposive approach. Later, all data were triangulated and analysed using designated coding and themes. This research suggests that present laws is unable to keep pace with the rapid developments within halal pharmaceutical manufacture, affecting several consumer rights. Regrettably, Malaysia does not have a specific Halal law and the fragmentary legislations are inadequate to protect the consumers. Further research on the best mechanism to accommodate to the halal related problems discussed in this research should be performed in the future, such as proposing a unified umbrella law to control it all.
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