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Indonesia Halal Rules Disrupt Indian Exports
5 Oct
Summary
- Indonesia's new halal rules start October 17, impacting Indian exports.
- Exporters need accredited certifications to avoid customs issues.
- Compliance costs rise for food, cosmetics, medicine, and medical devices.
Effective October 17, Indonesia's new mandatory halal-certification policies will impose a compliance burden on Indian exporters. This regulation applies to imported food and beverages, cosmetics, traditional medicines, health supplements, and certain medical devices.
Indian businesses, particularly those exporting buffalo meat, pharmaceuticals, and processed foods, must prepare for these changes. Exporters can no longer rely on self-declarations and need certifications from accredited Halal Certification Bodies with mutual recognition agreements with Indonesia's BPJPH. Registration on Indonesia's SIHALAL portal is also required.
Manufacturers must establish full traceability for all inputs and prevent contamination during production and storage. Pre-shipment audit procedures in India are recommended, especially for products with specific ingredients like gelatin capsules or alcohol-based formulations. Early certification and supply-chain checks are crucial to avoid disruptions.
