Malaysia has a small group of pet food factories that make food under other people’s brands, and a larger group of local brands that sell to pet owners. This guide separates the two, so a buyer looking for an OEM or private-label partner knows who actually says they manufacture.
Every detail below comes from the company’s own website. Where a site doesn’t state something, the table says so.
Which pet food manufacturers in Malaysia offer OEM or private label?
Century Pet in Penang, Palaquin in Perak and Starcage in Selangor all state OEM or private-label services on their websites. Powercat makes its own cat food in Rawang, Selangor.
| Company | Location | Species | OEM / private label | Halal (as stated) | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Century Pet | Seberang Perai Utara, Penang | Cat, dog, small animal, bird, fish | Yes | Not stated | centurypet.com.my |
| Palaquin | Chemor, Perak | Cat, dog, fish (dry kibble) | Yes, private label | Not stated | palaquin.com.my |
| Starcage Pet Products | Shah Alam, Selangor | Dog, cat (cages, litter, food, supplements) | OEM and custom design offered | Not stated | petzoopet.com.my |
| Powercat | Rawang, Selangor | Cat | Not stated | Indonesian halal certificate shown | powercat.my |
Which pet food manufacturers and brands are on the list?
Ten companies are listed: four that make pet food or offer OEM, and six local brands or distributors. Profiles only include what each company states publicly.
1) Century Pet
Century Pet is at Lot 1080, Jalan Tiga, Mukim 6, 13200 Seberang Perai Utara, Penang. It makes food for cats, dogs, small animals, birds and fish, and offers OEM production. Its site does not state halal certification or export markets.
2) Palaquin (M) Sdn Bhd
Palaquin is based in Chemor, Perak, and makes private-label dry kibble for cats, dogs and fish. It says it can deliver around the globe. Halal status is not stated.
3) Starcage Pet Products
Starcage Pet Products Sdn Bhd is in Sungai Buloh, Shah Alam, Selangor, and trades as PetZooPet. It is best known for dog and cat cages, but also lists pet food, litter and supplements. It says it runs its own production facility and offers OEM and custom design. No certifications are listed.
4) Powercat
Powercat is made at Rawang Integrated Industrial Park, Selangor. Its site shows a GMP+ logo and a halal certificate issued in Indonesia. We found no ISO claim on the site.
5) DF Dog Food
DF Dog Food is run by DF Petrition Sdn Bhd from Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. It sells fresh dog meals, cooked wet cat food and custom diets. The site says the food is made in Malaysia in HACCP-certified facilities and formulated to AAFCO standards.
6) Dogsome Catsome
Dogsome Catsome is a brand of PETSOME SDN BHD. The site does not state halal status, export markets or where the food is made.
7) Notti Pet Food
Notti Pet Food sells dog food (the Wou Wou line), cat food (the Mau Mau line), treats and supplements to Malaysian buyers. It describes its food as slow-baked and claims AAFCO nutrient standards are met. It does not say where or by whom the food is made.
8) Pet Universe Nourish
Pet Universe Nourish has its Malaysian office in Ampang, Selangor. It sells dry and wet dog and cat food under its Vitality and Heritage collections, which it says were developed by a veterinarian. The site does not say where the food is made.
9) Pawsitive Purfect
Pawsitive Purfect (Petsionate Supply) is a Kuala Lumpur distributor founded in 2017. It carries grooming lines such as Petto Professional and Npet Series, plus Heart Food dog food. It is a distributor, not a manufacturer.
10) Petopet
Petopet Marketing Sdn Bhd markets the Morando cat and dog food and litter brands. It is a brand owner and distributor rather than a manufacturer.
How do you choose an OEM pet food manufacturer?
Ask for the minimum order, who owns the recipe, current certificates and paid samples before you sign anything. A good factory will answer these in writing.
- MOQ: Ask for the minimum order per recipe and per pack size. This decides your starting stock and cash needs.
- Formulation: Will you use the factory’s base recipe or your own? Who owns the recipe if you leave?
- Certifications: Ask for copies of current certificates (for example GMP+, HACCP or halal) and check the issuer and expiry date.
- Samples: Order samples and, if possible, get a lab nutrient analysis before the first run.
- Packaging and labelling: Confirm who designs the packs and who checks the label for the markets you plan to sell in.
- Lead time and payment terms: Get both in the contract.
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What should you ask about halal pet food?
Ask which body issued the halal certificate, which products it covers and when it expires. A logo on a pack is not the same as a valid certificate.
- Issuer: JAKIM is Malaysia’s halal authority. Certificates from foreign bodies, such as the Indonesian one Powercat shows, may or may not be accepted by your buyers, so ask your retailers what they need.
- Scope: A certificate may cover one factory or product line, not the whole range.
- Expiry: Check the date and ask for the renewed copy each year.
Of the companies in this list, only Powercat shows a halal certificate on its website.
Do you need a permit to import pet food into Malaysia?
Yes. Animals and animal products imported into Peninsular Malaysia and Labuan need an import permit from MAQIS, the Malaysian Quarantine and Inspection Services (WTO import licensing notification). The Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) is the veterinary health authority, so ask both agencies what applies to your product before you ship.
Sabah and Sarawak have their own rules, so check separately if you sell there.
Which local cat food brands are there, and is Catsome a good brand?
Local cat food names include Powercat, Catsome (Dogsome Catsome), Notti’s Mau Mau line and Century Pet. Whether Catsome suits your cat depends on its needs; the brand’s site does not state halal status or where the food is made.
Catsome is sold by PETSOME SDN BHD. If you are comparing it with other brands, read the ingredient list and guaranteed analysis on the pack, ask the seller where it is made, and talk to your vet if your cat has allergies or health conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Who manufactures cat food in Malaysia?
Century Pet in Penang lists cat food among its products and offers OEM. Powercat cat food is made in Rawang, Selangor. Palaquin in Chemor, Perak makes private-label dry kibble for cats.
Who manufactures dog food in Malaysia?
Century Pet and Palaquin both list dog food. DF Dog Food says its fresh dog meals are made in Malaysia in HACCP-certified facilities.
Can I start my own pet food brand without a factory?
Yes. OEM or private-label manufacturers such as Century Pet and Palaquin produce food under your brand. You handle branding, marketing and sales; they handle production.
Is all Malaysian pet food halal?
No. Halal status has to be stated and backed by a certificate. Of the companies listed here, only Powercat shows a halal certificate on its site, and it is issued in Indonesia.
Do I need a permit to import pet food into Malaysia?
Imports of animals and animal products into Peninsular Malaysia and Labuan need an import permit from MAQIS. Check the current rules for your product before shipping.