In Indonesia, Halal certification is crucial for businesses selling products in specific categories. This certification signifies a commitment to Islamic principles and ensures that the products meet the necessary standards and are free from prohibited substances.
It is an excellent opportunity for businesses to demonstrate their compliance in Indonesia and cater to the needs of their Muslim customers.
Recently, the Indonesian government implemented new regulations mandating Halal certification for various consumer goods.
Large-scale food, health, and cosmetic businesses must undergo the standard Halal certification process. Failure to comply may result in the prohibition of selling goods in the Indonesian market.
Halal certification confirms that products meet Islamic law standards by ensuring they are free from Haram substances. Although businesses can sell products without Halal certification, upcoming deadlines will make certification compulsory.
Food and beverage items are the first to face this requirement, with a deadline of October 17, 2024. Various product categories have differing deadlines, from traditional medicines to clothing and household appliances. Specific deadlines can be found in Government Regulation No. 39/2021.
Besides gaining consumer trust, here are several other functions of having a Halal certificate for business products:
Obtaining Halal certification can give businesses a competitive edge, particularly over competitors who have not pursued this certification.
It serves as legal evidence for products or services that have adhered to Islamic recommendations and laws, including sourcing raw materials and production processes.
The Halal logo's presence helps shield businesses and products from unfounded allegations.
Consumers are more likely to choose your products when purchasing due to the ease of decision-making.
It guarantees that food, beverages, medicines, and cosmetics are produced according to Islamic standards.
Companies can reach a larger demographic of consumers, mainly Muslim demographics.
Companies with Halal certification contribute to government and religious organizations in overseeing and ensuring products and services provided to the public meet standards.
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Companies with official certification can display Halal labels on all marketed product packaging.
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The documents required for the Halal certification application include the following:
The product name and type submitted for Halal certification must match the registered name and kind.
Detailed documentation submitted to BPJPH, including:
Understanding the roles of BPJPH, LPH, and MUI is crucial for navigating Halal certification in Indonesia.
The government agency is responsible for overseeing the entire Halal certification process in Indonesia.
Independent institutions accredited by the BPJPH to conduct Halal audits and make recommendations.
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) is a council of Islamic scholars who review LPH reports and issue fatwas (religious rulings) on the Halal status of products based on Islamic interpretations.
If you're looking to obtain a Halal certificate in Indonesia, there are 10 steps that you can follow to achieve your goal. These steps can help you quickly navigate the process and ensure that you meet all the requirements for certification.
| No | Step | Description |
| 1 | Application for STTD to BPJPH | Company to submit the registration receipt (STTD) application with other required documents to BPJPH |
| 2 | Registration to CEROL System | Company to register for Halal inspection with LPPOM MUI through the CEROL system (www.e-lppommui.org) |
| 3 | Preaudit and Payment | LPPOM MUI performs a pre-audit of the registration, and the company fulfills the Halal inspection payment |
| 4 | Audit Scheduling | The company and the auditor set and agree on an audit schedule |
| 5 | Audit | The auditor inspects the Halal Assurance System implementation of the company |
| 6 | Auditor Meeting & Lab Analysis | Review the audit results in the auditor meeting and bring the particular sample to a specific laboratory test |
| 7 | HAS Status Decision | Assessment of the adequacy of fulfilling the HAS criteria to be able to proceed to the Fatwa Commission Meeting |
| 8 | Fatwa Commission Meeting | Fatwa Commission to decide the Halalness of the registered products |
| 9 | Halal Decree and HAS Status/Cert Issuance | The company received a Halal decree for the product and status for their Halal Assurance System implementation |
| 10 | Halal Certificate Issuance | The company received a product Halal Certificate |
You can verify the authenticity of a Halal certificate issued by the MUI by visiting the MUI Halal Certification Information System online portal: https://Halalmui.org/en/homepage/
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