Accreditation in Asia

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International Recognition & Market Access

HQC certificates are internationally recognized and used for market access, in compliance with applicable national and international halal requirements.
Algeria
HQC supports companies with halal certification for exports to Algeria.
Pakistan
HQC certification is used for access to the Pakistani market.
 Brunei & Philippines
HQC supports companies with halal certification for exports to the Philippines and Brunei.


Frequently Asked Questions: Halal Certification and Market Access in Asia




Yes.

HQC certificates are accepted in multiple Asian countries for market access, depending on the country, product category, and applicable national regulations. HQC supports companies in correctly applying the appropriate certification.

It depends on the country.

In some countries, like Indonesia, halal certification is mandatory for selected product categories. In other countries, halal certification is not legally required but is necessary for commercial acceptance or import.

Yes.

HQC supports companies in navigating Indonesian halal requirements, including preparation, documentation, and process guidance for access to the Indonesian market, in compliance with applicable regulations.

Malaysia has specific halal requirements. HQC assists companies in complying with applicable Malaysian regulations and export conditions, taking product scope and target market into account. It is also important that the halal certificate is issued by HQC Netherlands. HQC Netherlands is authorized to certify for Malaysia across Europe.

Indonesia has specific halal requirements. HQC assists companies in complying with applicable Indonesian regulations and export conditions, taking product scope and target market into account. It is also important that the halal certificate is issued from the factory’s country of origin, where HQC must also be approved by the authority called BPJPH.

You can find a list of recognized bodiese here 

Not always.
Although the basic principles of halal certification are similar, many countries have their own additional requirements. HQC assesses per country whether an existing certificate is sufficient or if additional documentation or shipment certification is required.

A general halal certificate is usually valid for at least one year and is issued to companies that continuously comply with HQC regulations.
A halal shipment certificate follows the same halal procedures but is requested per shipment or when specifically required by a country or import authority.

Yes.
HQC certification is used to support exports to countries such as Singapore, Thailand, and Pakistan. Exact requirements vary by market and product type.

Absolutely.
HQC advises companies at an early stage on feasibility, requirements, and certification structure to prevent delays and rejections during export.

Yes.

In multiple Asian countries, halal requirements also apply to ingredients, additives, cosmetics, and certain chemical products, depending on national regulations.

HQC assesses this per request. Based on product type, production location, destination country, and applicable regulations, HQC advises on the appropriate certification structure.