Halal Certification Procedure in Indonesia: A 2025 Update

The halal certification procedure in Indonesia has undergone significant updates with the introduction of new regulations. These changes aim to streamline the process, making it more efficient and accessible for businesses while ensuring adherence to strict halal standards. 

In this article, we will delve into the key aspects of the new regulation and what it means for your business to navigate the halal certification procedure.

The New Halal Certification Deadline for Businesses

The Indonesian government has introduced Government Regulation (GR) No. 42/2024 to set a new deadline for halal certification of food and beverage (F&B) products, ingredients, and slaughter-related services, regardless of business size. The deadline is as follows:

It revised GR No. 39/2021, establishing a uniform deadline of October 17, 2024, for the items listed above.

However, for non-food and beverage products requiring halal certification, the deadlines outlined in GR 39/2021 remain unchanged:

How Long Does Halal Certification Last, and How Can It Be Renewed?

Halal certification is essential for businesses in Indonesia or those targeting its market. The latest updates under GR No. 42/2024 have introduced important changes to the validity and renewal process for the halal certification procedure.

Under the Previous Regulation, GR No. 39/2021

The Indonesian government requires halal certificates issued by the Indonesia Halal Product Assurance Organizing Body (BPJPH) to be valid for 4 years. Businesses must apply for renewal at least 3 months before the certificate expires.

Under the New Regulation, GR No. 42/2024

Halal certificates issued by BPJPH now have indefinite validity if the product’s material composition and halal production process remain the same (PPH).

Renewal Requirements Under GR No. 42/2024

You only need to renew if you make modifications. For example, suppose any changes occur in the material composition, PPH, or product development. In that case, businesses must update their halal certificate by submitting a new application to BPJPH and the required supporting documents.

How Are Foreign Products Certified as Halal in Indonesia?

Halal certification ensures that products meet Islamic law standards, particularly in Indonesia, where it is a mandatory requirement for most food and beverage (F&B) items. 

Foreign businesses aiming to enter the Indonesian market must understand the halal certification procedure, including recognizing foreign halal certifications.

Requirement for F&B Products

All F&B products sold and distributed in Indonesia, except those made from ingredients prohibited under Islamic law (haram), must be halal-certified by the Halal Product Assurance Administering Agency (BPJPH).

Scope of Certification

The certification includes raw materials, food additives, auxiliary materials used in production, slaughtered products, and related services. Products made from non-halal ingredients must have a clear non-halal label on their packaging, which can be a symbol, sign, or written notice.

Imported Product Certification

Halal certification is mandatory for imported products sold in Indonesia. Halal certificates from international agencies are only accepted if the agency has a mutual recognition agreement with BPJPH. In such cases, products must only be registered with BPJPH and do not require re-certification in Indonesia.

Non-recognized Foreign Halal Agencies

If BPJPH does not recognize a foreign halal agency, products must undergo the Indonesian halal certification process, even if certified abroad.

Penalties for Non-compliance

Failure to comply with halal certification requirements may result in administrative penalties, including:

• Written warnings.
• Fines.
• Product recalls.

What Are the New Obligations for Businesses Under Indonesia’s Halal Certification Rules?

GR No. 42/2024 introduces further responsibilities for businesses that have already obtained halal certification, building on the requirements outlined in GR No. 39/2021. These new responsibilities include:

• Display a halal label on certified halal products.
• Ensure the halal integrity of products that have received halal certification.
• Separate areas, facilities, and tools should be maintained for halal and non-halal products during slaughter, processing, storage, packaging, distribution, sale, and display.
• Renew the Halal Certificate if there are changes to ingredient composition or the Product Halal Process (PPH).
• Inform BPJPH about any modifications to ingredient composition or PPH.

Businesses are also required to uphold the halal integrity of their products by obtaining a Product Halal Consistency Certificate, issued after evaluating their Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH). This evaluation must be conducted every four years. The review will be based on a risk assessment for micro and small enterprises.

Non-compliance with these additional responsibilities and other provisions in GR No. 42/2024 may result in administrative penalties, such as written warnings, fines, revocation of the halal certificate, or the withdrawal of distributed products.

Simplify Your Halal Certification Journey with InCorp

Obtaining halal certification for your products provides significant advantages in Indonesia, a predominantly Muslim country. It boosts consumer confidence and enhances your product’s marketability and trustworthiness.

Navigating the halal certification procedure can be complex, but InCorp is here to make it effortless. We offer specialized services to support your business, ensuring a seamless experience:

• Halal Certification: Guidance through the process and ensuring compliance with all BPJPH requirements.
• Product Registration: Registering your products with the appropriate authorities and managing documentation for smooth approval.

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