Halal Certification

Certification of halal standards in consumer products holds significant importance in Indonesia, the most populous nation globally with a Muslim-majority population.

As per the recent update on Halal Product Assurance, the halal certification requirement for numerous consumer products, previously voluntary, has now become mandatory.

Essentially, “halal” denotes “permissible” in accordance with Islamic Sharia law. It signifies that products and services are free from prohibited materials or ingredients and comply with lawful practices.

Halal certification functions as a declaration, verifying that products meet the criteria for consumption according to Islamic principles, aiding Muslims in discerning permissible options.

Halal Certification Procedures in Indonesia

Indonesia’s halal certification process operates under the National Body of Halal Assurance (BPJPH), establishing a robust and credible system. The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) is instrumental in this process, as it sets halal compliance standards and issues the Halal fatwa.

During the certification process, BPJPH delegates officials from the Halal Inspection Institution (LPH) to conduct audits. These experts meticulously assess products to ensure they meet halal requirements without ambiguity or compromise.

The following information offers a detailed insight into the procedures and guidelines associated with halal certification.

No		Procedures for Halal Certification in Indonesia
1	Application Request	Companies submit an application request for Halal Certification to The National Body of Halal Assurance (BPJPH)
2	Document Verification	BPJPH verifies the authenticity of the document submitted by the applicant (1 working day)
3	LPH Assignment	BPJPH assigns the Halal Inspection Institution (LPH) to check product halalness (1 working day)
4	LPH Assessment	LPH conducts an audit of the product and its manufacturer (15 working days or depends on the audit schedule that LPH has arranged)
5	Certification	Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) will receive the audit reports for the issuance of legal opinion based on Islamic Law (Fatwa) (3 working days)
6	Issuance of Certification	BPJPH will issue a Halal Certification after MUI declares the product Halal (1 working day)