About Us

European Centre of Halal Certification – Halal Greece (ECHC)

The European Centre of Halal Certification – Halal Greece (ECHC) is an independent, impartial, and professional Halal certification body established to serve the Muslim community, our clients, and the wider public interest.

We operate in accordance with Islamic (Shariah) Law, relevant international Halal standards, and Greek and European legislation.

Our Commitment to Quality and Integrity:
ECHC is dedicated to ensuring that all certified products, processes, and services fully comply with Halal and quality requirements. We continuously improve our system, personnel competence, and service delivery to promote trust, professionalism, and international recognition of Halal certification issued in Greece and abroad.

Independence and Impartiality:
We guarantee that all certification decisions are made independently, free from any commercial, political, or personal influence. Our governance system — including an independent Impartiality Committee — ensures that fairness, transparency, and objectivity guide every decision.

Non-Discrimination:
ECHC provides equal access to its certification services for all clients, regardless of religion, nationality, size, or affiliation. We reject any form of discrimination or preferential treatment and base all our activities solely on compliance with Halal and technical standards.

Confidentiality and Data Protection:
All information obtained during certification is treated as strictly confidential and handled according to GDPR and Islamic principles of Amanah (trust). ECHC ensures secure management of data and transparent handling of information in line with legal and ethical obligations.

Social and Islamic Responsibility:
Guided by Islamic values, ECHC contributes to the welfare of society through Zakat contributions, educational support, and Halal awareness activities. We recognise that professional ethics and community service are essential to the credibility and sustainability of Halal certification.

Our Pledge:
ECHC commits to maintaining the highest standards of independence, impartiality, confidentiality, and social responsibility in all its operations. Our policies are publicly available and periodically reviewed by Top Management to ensure continued suitability and compliance with international best practices.

For more information:
info@halal-greece.org | www.halal-greece.org