Journal of Islamic Economic Laws
Vol. 9 No. 01 (2026): January

Ethical Values, Trusted Information, and Quality Heuristics in Shaping Halal Food Purchase Commitment: Evidence from the Indonesian Muslim Diaspora in Europe

Mubarok, Faizul (Unknown)
Patiro , Shine Pintor Siolemba (Unknown)
Wibowo, Martino (Unknown)
Nugraha, Deni Pandu (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study examines how ethical moral values and trusted halal information shape halal food purchase commitment among the Indonesian Muslim diaspora in Europe. Integrating value–cognition–behavior and information trust perspectives, this study proposes a dual-pathway model comprising Ethical–Moral Halal Value Attribution (EMHVA), the Halal Information Trust Ecosystem (HITE), and the Halal Quality and Safety Heuristic (HQSH). Data were collected from 173 respondents across nine European countries and analyzed using PLS-SEM. EMHVA does not directly influence purchase commitment but significantly affects HQSH, indicating a strong indirect effect. In contrast, HITE has a significant direct effect on purchase commitment and a weaker effect on HQSH. The mediating role of HQSH in the HITE pathway is marginal. These results suggest that ethical values operate through cognitive evaluation mechanisms, whereas trusted information directly reduces uncertainty and strengthens commitment. This study contributes to the literature by introducing a dual-pathway model that distinguishes between value- and information-driven mechanisms of halal consumption. Practically, it highlights the importance of strengthening credible halal information systems and enhancing quality signaling to support diaspora consumers in complex market environments.

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jisel

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Subject

Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Journal of Islamic Economic Laws (JISEL) is published by the Department of Islamic Economic Laws, Faculty of Islamic Studies, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta. The journal provides a platform for scholarly research that bridges theoretical perspectives and practical developments in the field of ...