Halal Registration in Indonesia
Overview
Business Hub Asia provides a Halal Certificate Submission Service to assist businesses in acquiring halal certification from BPJPH in Indonesia. Our services encompass raw material consultation and support for the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH), providing comprehensive guidance throughout the audit and certificate issuance process to ensure your products adhere to halal regulations.
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Product Feasibility Consultation for Halal Certification
Initial analysis of raw materials, production processes, and suppliers to ensure compliance with halal standards.
Preparation of Halal Product Guarantee System (SJPH) Documents
Assistance in making SJPH documents as the main requirement for applying for a halal certificate.
Registration and Submission to BPJPH
Filling and submitting documents to the BPJPH SIHALAL portal, including scheduling audits and clarifications.
Halal Audit Assistance by LPH
Preparation and assistance during the field audit process carried out by the Halal Examining Agency (LPH).
Monitoring & Halal Certificate Processing
Oversight of the verification process will be conducted until the issuance of an official halal certificate by BPJPH, which encompasses the renewal procedure.
Minimum Requirements
Business legality
NIB, NPWP, SIUP, Deed of Establishment
Raw Materials Info
List of raw materials, suppliers, and production processes
Internal Halal Team
Organizational structure of the internal halal team
QA & Food Safety Docs
Supporting documents for the quality assurance system and food safety (if any)
BPJPH SIHALAL Account
BPJPH SIHALAL account (we help you register if you don't have one)
Products requiring Halal Licensing
Food and beverage industry
Cosmetics and personal care
Herbal and supplement products
Restaurants, catering, and F&B businesses
Importers and distributors of consumer products
Process and Timeline
1
Document Preparation
Discuss client requirements (product types, processes, certifications) and gather essential documents (NIB, NPWP, raw material list, SJPH). Estimated Time: 1-2 working days.
2
Registration at SIHALAL
Assist clients in registering products through the BPJPH SIHALAL system, including filling out forms and uploading required documents. Estimated Time: 1-2 working days.
3
Document Verification by BPJPH
BPJPH will verify the completeness and validity of the submitted documents. Estimated Time: 2-3 working days.
4
Determination of Halal Examining Agency (LPH) and Payment
The Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) will assign the Halal Inspection Agency (LPH) for the examination process. The client is required to pay the certification fee as stipulated. Processing is estimated to take 2 working days following the submission of complete documentation.
5
Inspection and Testing by LPH
LPH conducts audits and checks the halalness of products and production facilities. Laboratory testing is conducted if required. Estimated Time: 15 working days.
6
Halal Fatwa Session by MUI
MUI Fatwa Commission will conduct a hearing to determine the halal status of the product based on the report from LPH. Estimated Time: 3 working days.
7
Halal Certificate Issuance by BPJPH
BPJPH issues a halal certificate based on the Halal Decree from MUI. Estimated Time: 1 working day after Halal Fatwa is issued
*The total process of applying for Halal certification is 5-6 weeks.
Important Consideration
- Halal certificates are now mandatory for certain product categories as mandated by Law No. 33 of 2014 and its derivative regulations.
- The certification process requires companies to have an Internal Halal Team and a proper documentation system.
- Products that are not halal certified enjoy less exposure, especially in modern retail and marketplaces.
- Certification is valid for 4 years and must be renewed before it expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
What products are required to have a halal certificate?
Government regulations mandate halal certification for food products, beverages, cosmetics, traditional medicines, consumable raw materials, slaughter products, and slaughter services.
Who issues the halal certificate?
Halal certificates are issued by BPJPH (Halal Product Guarantee Agency), after an audit by LPH and verification by MUI.
What is SJPH and why is it important?
SJPH (Halal Product Assurance System) is a company’s internal management system to maintain product halal consistency. SJPH is an absolute requirement in the certification process.
Are imported products also required to have a halal certificate?
Halal certification is mandatory for products circulated in the Indonesian market that fall under specified categories.
Can SMEs apply for halal certification?
Yes. There is even a free halal certification program for certain MSEs (Micro and Small Enterprises) from the government.
Can the process be done online?
Yes. Submissions are made through the BPJPH SIHALAL system and we assist with the entire process.
What happens if the product does not have a halal certificate?
Uncertified halal products may face distribution limitations and are shunned by Muslim consumers.
Register Your Products with Confidence
Navigate the complex product registration process for food, cosmetics, health, and other regulated products efficiently and compliantly.