Halal Certification for Knee Support in Indonesia

Knee Support as a Medical Device

A knee support, also known as a knee brace, is a non-implant orthopedic device that supports, stabilizes, and protects the knee joint. It has various applications, including:

• Preventing injuries during sports or physical activity.
• Assisting in rehabilitation after knee surgery.
• Reducing pain and swelling in the knee joint.

In Indonesia, medical device classifications categorize knee support as:

• Category: Physical Health Equipment
• Subcategory: Prosthetic & Orthotic Devices
• Classification: Non-electromedical, Non-sterile
• Risk Class: Class 1A (low risk)

Mandatory Halal Certification in Indonesia

Indonesia’s Law No. 33 of 2014 on Halal Product Assurance, along with Presidential Regulation No. 6 of 2023, now requires all medical devices marketed in the country to comply with halal certification requirements eventually.

This implementation will be rolled out in stages:

Medical Device Class	Mandatory Halal Certification Date
Class A	October 17, 2026
Class B	October 17, 2029
Class C	October 17, 2034
Class D	October 17, 2039

Halal Requirements for Knee Support

According to Minister of Health Regulation No. 3 of 2024, halal certification primarily applies to medical devices that either originate from or contain animal-derived materials.

• If a knee support contains animal-based materials (such as leather, gelatin, or collagen), those raw materials must come from halal sources, and animals must be slaughtered according to Islamic law.
• However, even if the device is made only of synthetic materials (like synthetic rubber, foam, polyester, or plastic), you still need halal certification, though the process is generally simpler.

If a product is non-halal (for example, if it uses pigskin leather or non-halal gelatin), you can still market it. However, you must clearly label the product as “non-halal” or include information about the source materials on the product label.

Therefore, as a Class A Medical Device, Knee support will need to obtain halal certification starting October 17, 2026.

Download Regulation Here:

Government Regulation No. 39 Year of 2021

Peraturan Presiden (Perpres) Nomor 6 Tahun 2023

Halal Certification Process

Manufacturers and distributors of knee support must follow several steps to get certified.

1. Material Identification: First, ensure that all raw materials, adhesives, and coatings do not contain haram (prohibited) substances.
2. Production Audit: Next, you need to verify that your production facilities are free from contamination with non-halal materials.
3. Documentation & Halal Assurance System (SJPH): You must create and maintain documentation, including a halal policy, ingredient traceability, and compliance records.
4. Submission to BPJPH: The certification process itself is managed by the Halal Product Assurance Agency (BPJPH). A Halal Inspection Body (LPH) conducts the audit, and the final halal ruling comes from MUI.
5. Halal Labeling: Finally, once certified, you must place the halal logo on the product packaging.

Impact on Manufacturers & Distributors

Producers and importers of knee support must prepare their halal documentation before the October 17, 2026 deadline. As a result, authorized distributors can only sell knee support products that have either halal certification or a clear “non-halal” label. Given Indonesia’s large Muslim population, halal certification will significantly enhance consumer trust and improve a product’s market competitiveness.

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Conclusion

Halal certification will be mandatory for all knee support devices sold in Indonesia starting October 17, 2026. Manufacturers and distributors should begin preparing now, especially if products contain animal-derived materials.

Beyond being a regulatory requirement, halal compliance also represents a valuable market opportunity, helping to strengthen consumer trust and expand access to Indonesia’s healthcare sector.

INSIGHTOF Halal Certification Services

At INSIGHTOF, we support medical device, cosmetic, and food & beverage companies in navigating Indonesia’s halal certification and regulatory landscape with confidence. Our services include:

• Halal Certification Assistance → from BPJPH application to MUI fatwa process.
• Medical Device Registration → obtaining product approval from the Indonesian Ministry of Health.
• Regulatory Consulting → end-to-end guidance for manufacturers, importers, and distributors.

Contact INSIGHTOF today for a free consultation. Our expert team will help ensure your products — including Class A medical devices such as knee support — meet halal certification requirements and achieve a smooth, compliant entry into the Indonesian market.

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