<![CDATA[Halal certification is an important instrument for providing assurance of product halal status while strengthening the protection and trust of Muslim consumers. In its implementation, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) still face various obstacles in obtaining halal certification, including limited understanding of procedures, confusion in determining the Self Declare or Regular scheme, differences in information provided by halal facilitators, and certification costs. This study aims to analyze the halal certification process and the roles of relevant institutions, as well as to identify the obstacles faced by MSMEs in Solo City. This study uses a literature review method with a descriptive qualitative approach by collecting, selecting, examining, and analyzing relevant literature sources. The results show that the halal certification process consists of several stages, including document preparation and application submission, verification, inspection and/or assistance, halal determination, and issuance of the halal certificate. BPJPH acts as the organizer and issuer of halal certificates, LPH conducts product inspection and/or testing, MUI determines the halal status, while halal facilitators assist MSMEs in fulfilling certification requirements. The case study in Solo City indicates a gap between the established certification mechanism and the understanding and readiness of MSME actors. Therefore, broader socialization, adequate assistance, consistent information, and stronger coordination among relevant institutions are needed to make the halal certification process easier for MSMEs to understand and access.]]>
