Halal Certification Services GmbH
Halal Certification Services GmbH is a halal certification body in Switzerland that holds recognition from JAKIM, Malaysia's Department of Islamic Development and the most influential authority in the global halal industry.
Source: JAKIM's official recognition list, gazetted under the Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Halal) Order 2011, as at 30 January 2026.
| Country | Switzerland |
|---|---|
| Address | Weidenweg 15, 4310 Rheinfelden, Switzerland |
| Contact person | Dr. Khaled Abou Hadeed (Chief Executive Officer) |
| Telephone | +41 61 813 30 64 |
| Fax | +41 61 813 30 65 |
| info@halalcs.org | |
| Recognition | JAKIM (gazetted, as at 30 January 2026) |
| Established | 1987 |
| Certifies | food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, packaging, animal feed, logistics and other services |
| Standards | ISO/IEC 17065 |
| Also recognised by | CICOT (Thailand), MUIS (Islamic Religious Council of Singapore) |
| Memberships | World Halal Food Council (WHFC) |
| Website | halalcs.org |
Dual recognition: Halal Certification Services GmbH is also listed on MUIS Singapore's Recognised Foreign Halal Certification Bodies list, valid to 2029-01-25.
About Halal Certification Services GmbH
Halal Certification Services GmbH (HCS) is a Swiss halal inspection and certification body headquartered in Rheinfelden, Switzerland. Established in 1987, it ranks among the earliest dedicated halal certifiers in Europe and describes itself as an ISO/IEC 17065 accredited certification body. Its stated objective is to raise the availability of halal certified raw materials so that manufacturers can produce finished halal products for Muslim consumers worldwide.
The certification portfolio spans food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, packaging, animal feed, and non food items such as food grade lubricants and filters, together with service schemes covering logistics, finance, and catering. HCS operates from its Swiss headquarters with additional offices in Germany, Spain, France, and Greece, deploying multilingual local auditors, and reports a client base of more than 500 international companies.
The certification procedure begins with an application and document evaluation that examines ingredients and supplier status, followed by an onsite audit of facilities and production processes, with laboratory testing available where needed. Findings pass through a technical evaluation and a separate Shariah compliance review by a fatwa committee before certificates, digital credentials, and halal logo usage rights are granted.
HCS has been an active member of the World Halal Food Council since the council’s inauguration in 1999. Beyond its Malaysian standing, the body is approved by MUIS in Singapore and recognised by CICOT in Thailand, supporting exporters of food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products into Southeast Asian markets.
Frequently asked questions
Is Halal Certification Services GmbH recognised by JAKIM?
Yes. Halal Certification Services GmbH appears on JAKIM's official recognition list of international halal certification bodies, gazetted under Malaysia's Trade Descriptions (Certification and Marking of Halal) Order 2011, as at 30 January 2026.
What does JAKIM recognition mean for Halal Certification Services GmbH?
JAKIM (Department of Islamic Development Malaysia) is widely regarded as the industry's most influential halal authority. Its recognition means halal certificates issued by Halal Certification Services GmbH are accepted for products entering Malaysia, and it serves as a strong third-party credibility signal in the global halal trade.
Where is Halal Certification Services GmbH based?
Halal Certification Services GmbH is based in Switzerland at Weidenweg 15, 4310 Rheinfelden, Switzerland.
Is Halal Certification Services GmbH recognised outside Malaysia?
Yes. Besides JAKIM, Halal Certification Services GmbH appears on MUIS Singapore's Recognised Foreign Halal Certification Bodies list (valid to 2029-01-25), so its halal certificates are also accepted for the Singapore market. Recognition by two national authorities is a strong dual-market credibility signal for exporters.
What products and services can HCS certify?
HCS runs certification schemes for food and beverages, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and non food items such as lubricants, filters, and packaging, plus services including logistics, finance, and catering.
How does the HCS certification process work?
The procedure moves from application and document evaluation, which covers ingredients and supplier status, to an onsite audit of facilities and production, a technical evaluation against the applicable standards, and a Shariah compliance review by a fatwa committee before the certificate and halal logo usage rights are issued.
Does HCS operate outside Switzerland?
Yes. Alongside its Rheinfelden headquarters, HCS lists offices in Germany, Spain, France, and Greece, and uses multilingual local auditors to serve manufacturers across Europe.
Related halal certification bodies
- Islamic Centre of the Argentine Republic (Centro Islamico de la Republica Argentina) · Argentina
- The Halal Catering Argentina (THCA) · Argentina
- Australian Halal Authority & Advisers (AHAA) Pty. Ltd. · Australia
- Perth Mosque Incorporated (PMI) · Australia
Sectors Halal Certification Services GmbH certifies
Halal Certification Services GmbH's recognised scope covers these sectors. Compare every JAKIM-recognised body certifying the same category: