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Lesieur Cristal Earns Official “Made in Morocco” Certification Across Key Product Lines
During a ceremony at the OMPIC headquarters in Casablanca, Lesieur Cristal announced that a selection of its table oils, olive oils, cosmetic soaps and household soaps now carry the official “Made in Morocco” label. The certification, granted by the Moroccan Institute of Standardization (IMANOR), underscores the company’s long‑standing commitment to producing high‑quality goods on Moroccan soil and reinforces consumer confidence in local brands such as Lesieur, Cristal, Oléor, Mabrouka, Al Horra, Taous, El Menjel and El Kef.
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Official Ceremony and Launch of the “Made in Morocco” Label
On Friday, May 22, 2026, Lesieur Cristal celebrated the award of the “Made in Morocco” certificate at a ceremony hosted by the Moroccan Office for the Protection of Intellectual Property (OMPIC) in Casablanca. The event marked the official rollout of the label on a curated portfolio of table oils, olive oils, cosmetic soaps and household soaps.
Brands Covered by the Certification
- Lesieur
- Cristal
- Oléor
- Mabrouka
- Al Horra
- Taous
- El Menjel
- El Kef
The inclusion of these iconic brands highlights Lesieur Cristal’s role as a pioneering house of brands that has long championed the structuring and promotion of Moroccan‑made products.
What the Label Represents
Issued under the authority of the Moroccan Institute of Standardization (IMANOR), the “Made in Morocco” label guarantees three key points:
- The product’s genuine Moroccan origin.
- Manufacturing processes that are fully controlled across the entire value chain.
- Compliance with national quality and safety standards.
For Lesieur Cristal, the label also implies a substantial transformation of raw materials within Morocco, adhering to recognized norms and reference frameworks.
Certification Process and Related Standards
The label acquisition involved a rigorous evaluation, including technical file reviews, conformity audits, on‑site inspections, and ongoing follow‑up audits to ensure long‑term compliance. Depending on the product category, the certification builds on existing recognitions such as:
- ONSSA sanitary approval.
- IMANOR Halal label.
- FSSC 22000 certification for oils.
- ISO 22716 for cosmetic soaps.
Corporate Vision – Serving the Land
True to its mission “Servir la Terre”, Lesieur Cristal reaffirms its dedication to a responsible Moroccan industry grounded in rigor, traceability and sustainable value creation. The “Made in Morocco” label amplifies the visibility of certified products, showcases national industrial know‑how, and further strengthens confidence in Moroccan‑produced goods.