Welcome to Halal Quality Control
Halal Quality Control (HQC) has been an internationally recognized halal certification body since 1983.
As the global headquarters, we coordinate worldwide halal certification, supervision, and compliance within a European network of recognized offices and partners.
About Halal Quality Control
Halal Quality Control Group (HQC) is an internationally recognized halal certification body, founded in 1983 and operating as one of the most established authorities within the global halal industry.
From its headquarters in The Hague, HQC coordinates halal certification, supervision, and policy alignment within a network of accredited offices and recognized partners. Our activities are based on a combination of Islamic and technical expertise and internationally recognized standards.
With more than 40 years of experience, HQC supports companies and governments in safeguarding halal integrity across complex food chains and related sectors, including meat and poultry, dairy, ingredients, flavors, cosmetics, and chemical products.
As halal certification is increasingly becoming a legal requirement worldwide, a reliable and experienced partner is essential. HQC provides access to key markets through internationally recognized certificates, consistent decision-making, and continuous compliance with applicable regulations.
Our objective is to determine and ensure that no non-permitted materials, processes, or services are applied within certified facilities, so that halal claims are demonstrable and verifiable.
From its headquarters in The Hague, HQC coordinates halal certification, supervision, and policy alignment within a network of accredited offices and recognized partners. Our activities are based on a combination of Islamic and technical expertise and internationally recognized standards.
With more than 40 years of experience, HQC supports companies and governments in safeguarding halal integrity across complex food chains and related sectors, including meat and poultry, dairy, ingredients, flavors, cosmetics, and chemical products.
As halal certification is increasingly becoming a legal requirement worldwide, a reliable and experienced partner is essential. HQC provides access to key markets through internationally recognized certificates, consistent decision-making, and continuous compliance with applicable regulations.
Our objective is to determine and ensure that no non-permitted materials, processes, or services are applied within certified facilities, so that halal claims are demonstrable and verifiable.
Our Certification Services
HQC provides halal certification services based on more than 40 years of experience, international recognition, and a structured application of religious and technical requirements. Our services are designed to support companies in complying with halal legislation, achieving market access, and maintaining continuous compliance.
Efficient certification processes
Qualified auditors
14 locations in Europe
Transparent decision-making
Halal Certification
Assessment and certification of production, processing, and service facilities in accordance with applicable halal requirements.
Shipment Certification
Halal certification of individual shipments for export to specific countries.
Shipment certification may be mandatory and, where required, is combined with facility certification and additional documentation.
Audits
Conducting halal audits, including document reviews, on-site inspections, supervision, pre-assessments, initial assessments, and follow-up audits.
Guidance & Advisory
Our experts support companies in understanding and applying halal requirements within their organization.
Guidance can take place during the preparation phase, during the application process, or when changes occur in processes, products, or legislation.
Certificate Validation
Through our secure portal, you can validate halal certificates for authenticity.
International Recognition & Market Access
HQC certificates are internationally accepted and used for market access, in compliance with applicable national and international halal requirements.
United Arab Emirates
HQC certificates are used for export to the United Arab Emirates.
Saudi Arabia
Additional procedures and registrations apply for export to Saudi Arabia.
Qatar
HQC certification is applied for access to the Qatari market.
Turkey
HQC certificates are accepted for export to Türkiye in accordance with applicable national halal requirements.
Morocco
HQC supports companies with halal certification for export to Morocco.
Algeria
HQC supports companies with halal certification for export to Algeria.
Malaysia
HQC Netherlands supports companies with halal certification and compliance with applicable Malaysian regulations.
Indonesia
Indonesia enforces mandatory halal certification for selected product categories.
HQC supports companies with halal certification and access to the Indonesian market.
Singapore
HQC certificates are applied for export to Singapore.
Pakistan
HQC certification is used for access to the Pakistani market.
Thailand
HQC supports companies with halal certification for export to Thailand.
Brunei & Philippines
HQC supports companies with halal certification for export to the Philippines and Brunei.
Displayed logos are examples of companies whose specific locations, activities, or products are or have been certified by HQC.
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Upon invitation by JAKIM, a delegation of HQC has visited their headquarters in Putrajaya.After our impactful visits to Jakarta and Singapore, we concluded our tour with an essential visit to Putrajaya (Malaysia), where we had the pleasure . Upon invitation by JAKIM, a delegation of HQC has visited their headquarters…