HCE Halal Standards
Understanding International Halal Standards: Your Gateway to Global Markets
With over 30 years of expertise since 1992, Halal Certification Europe (HCE) ensures your products meet the international halal standards recognised worldwide. Our comprehensive certification approach covers four key industries—food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics & personal care, and chemicals—helping you access the £1.5 trillion global halal market with confidence.
Why Halal Standards Matter:
- Market Access: Essential for exporting to Malaysia, Indonesia, GCC countries, and other halal-conscious markets
- Consumer Trust: Demonstrates your commitment to halal integrity and quality
- Regulatory Compliance: Meets mandatory requirements in key halal markets
- Competitive Advantage: Distinguishes your brand in the global marketplace
As one of the world’s most recognised halal certifiers, HCE is approved by leading international authorities including JAKIM (Malaysia), BPJPH (Indonesia), MUIS (Singapore), HAK (Turkiye ; Turkey)l MOIAT (UAE) GAC (GCC Nations), and SFDA & SASO (Saudi Arabia). This means your HCE certification opens doors to markets representing over 1.8 billion halal consumers worldwide.
HCE Halal Standards – Categorised by Industry
HCE Proprietary Standards
- HCE 7000:2022: Halal Food and Beverage Standards
- HCE 7200:2022: Halal Cosmetics and Personal Care Standards
- HCE 7300:2022: Halal Pharmaceutical Standards
- HCE 7400:2024: Halal Chemicals Standards
Food & Beverage Standards
- UAE.S/GSO 2055-1: 2015 – Halal products – Part 1: General Requirements for Halal Food
- UAE.S/GSO 2538:2021 – The Maximum Limits for Residues of Ethyl Alcohol (Ethanol) in Food
- OIC/SMIIC-1:2019 – General Requirements for Halal Food
- OIC/SMIIC 24: 2020 – General Requirements for Food Additives and Other Added Chemicals to Halal Food
- MS 1500:2019 – Halal Food – General Requirements (Third Revision)
- SNI 99004:2021 – General Requirements for Halal Foods
- SNI 99001:2016 – Halal Management System
- BPJPH Law No 20: 2023 – Criteria For Halal Product Assurance System
Pharmaceutical Standards
- OIC/SMIIC 50-1:2022 – Halal Pharmaceuticals – Part 1: General Requirements
- MS2424 – General Guidelines for Pharmaceuticals
Cosmetics & Personal Care Standards
- UAE.S/GSO 2055-4: 2021 – Halal Products – Part 4: Requirements for Cosmetics and Personal Care
- OIC/SMIIC 4: 2018 – Halal Cosmetics – General Requirements
- MS 2634:2019 – Halal Cosmetics – General Requirements
Standards by Region/Authority
Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
- UAE.S/GSO 2055-1: 2015
- UAE.S/GSO 2055-2: 2021
- UAE.S/GSO 2055-4: 2021
- UAE.S/GSO 2538:2021
Malaysia (JAKIM)
- MS 1500:2019
- MS2424
- MS 2634:2019
Indonesia (BPJPH)
- SNI 99001:2016
- SNI 99004:2021
- BPJPH Law No 20: 2023
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC/SMIIC)
- OIC/SMIIC-1:2019
- OIC/SMIIC 24: 2020
- OIC/SMIIC 4: 2018
- OIC/SMIIC 50-1:2022