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In the world’s largest Muslim country, Halal certification is no longer only a selling point — it is now a legal obligation.
Under Law No. 33 of 2014 and Government Regulation No. 39 of 2021,
all products circulating in Indonesia are gradually required to be Halal certified.
The first mandatory phase for Food and Beverage products will reach its critical deadline on
October 17, 2024.
Failing to prepare may lead to penalties such as product withdrawal from the market.
This article explains exactly what your company must prepare to remain compliant and competitive in Indonesia.
About INSIGHTOF Consulting Indonesia
INSIGHTOF Consulting Indonesia specializes in BPOM registration, Halal certification,
and regulatory compliance. With deep expertise in the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH)
and BPJPH requirements, we support companies from document preparation to audit completion.
1. Understand Indonesia’s Halal Mandatory Timeline
The Indonesian government applies phased deadlines based on product categories:
- October 17, 2024: Food & Beverage products, raw materials, slaughtering services
- October 17, 2026: Cosmetics, traditional medicine, chemical products
- October 17, 2034: Medical devices (Class C)
2. Implement the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH)
The core of Halal certification is implementing the SJPH system.
It is an internal system guaranteeing continuous Halal compliance across operations.
A complete SJPH manual must include:
- Commitment: Official Halal policy issued by management
- Materials: Approved and verified ingredients only
- Process: No cross-contamination risk
- Product: Halal-compliant name and form
- Monitoring: Annual internal audits
3. Appoint a Halal Supervisor (Penyelia Halal)
Every company must legally appoint a Halal Supervisor.
- Must be Muslim
- Must hold a Halal competency certificate
- Responsible for daily Halal assurance implementation
- Accompanies external auditors
Important: You must enroll your staff in BPJPH-certified training and competency tests.
4. Eliminate Syubhat (Doubtful Materials)
Ingredient verification is a major audit focus. All materials must be:
- Supported by valid Halal certificates or official declarations
- Free from any porcine derivatives
- Considered non-Halal until proven otherwise
5. Facility and Process Control
- Halal and non-Halal facilities must be separated
- Pork-contaminated equipment requires Sertu (soil cleansing) or replacement
- Warehouses must segregate halal and non-halal materials
6. Required Documents Checklist
| Category | Documents |
|---|---|
| Legal | NIB, Tax ID, Company Profile |
| SJPH Manual | Halal Policy, SOP, Supervisor Letter |
| Technical | Process flow, ingredient list |
| Material Proof | Halal certificates, pork-free statements |
7. Why Choose INSIGHTOF?
- ✔ SJPH Manual drafting
- ✔ Material compliance verification
- ✔ Halal Supervisor appointment
- ✔ SIHALAL online system management
- ✔ Audit preparation & documentation support
8. Conclusion
Halal certification is a strategic investment, not merely a formality.
Strong preparation protects your market access and ensures regulatory sustainability.
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Contact INSIGHTOF Consulting for your free Halal compliance gap analysis.
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