Importing Halal Products into Indonesia: What You Need to Know About the LPPH

The Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) has issued a new regulation, BPJPH Regulation Number 4 of 2026 (PerBPJPH 4/2026), which requires importers to undergo an additional verification process called Halal Product Assurance (Pemastian Produk Halal) in the country of origin, before the import customs notification is submitted.

This regulation complements the existing provisions in Government Regulation 42/2024, which previously only required possession of a halal certificate without regulating a physical verification mechanism. Below is a complete explanation of this new obligation for importing businesses.

Also read: A Complete Guide to the Form and Procedure for Including Non-Halal Information in Indonesia

What Is Halal Product Assurance?

Halal Product Assurance is a physical inspection to ensure that the goods shipped truly match the documents and their halal status. The inspection is conducted in the country of origin or at the loading point, before the goods are shipped, by government or private inspection bodies appointed by BPJPH.

The results are set out in a Halal Product Assurance Report (Laporan Pemastian Produk Halal, LPPH), which is directly linked to the Indonesia National Single Window (SINSW) system. Without an LPPH, the import customs notification cannot be submitted.

Please note: one LPPH is valid for one shipment only. Every new shipment means a new assurance process.

Products Covered and Exempted

This obligation applies to foreign products within the scope of mandatory halal certification, namely food and beverages, cosmetics, and chemical and biological products.

Conversely, the following goods do not need to undergo assurance:

• Personal belongings of passengers or crew of a means of transport
• Personal consignments and consignments of Indonesian migrant workers
• Cross-border goods
• Relocation goods of Indonesian and foreign nationals
• Consignments for Hajj pilgrims sent through postal operators
• Samples for testing
• Transit or transshipment goods

Products containing non-halal ingredients may still be imported, provided that the packaging clearly displays a non-halal statement.

Documents to Prepare

Applications are submitted through BPJPH's electronic system. Prepare the following documents from the outset so that your application is not delayed or rejected:

• Business Identification Number (NIB) that serves as the Importer Identification Number (API)
• Foreign Halal Certificate (SHLN) or its registration number, or a non-halal statement for non-halal products
• List of imported products along with Harmonized System (HS) codes
• The company's tax identification number (NPWP)
• Purchase invoice and order list, including type, quantity, unit, production code, and production date
• Statement letter of responsibility for the accuracy of all documents
• Power of attorney from the importer, if the application is submitted by a representative

Who Conducts the Inspection and How Does the Process Work?

Not every inspection body is permitted to conduct assurance. BPJPH sets several criteria, including:

• Holding a risk-based business license
• Being accredited by the National Accreditation Committee (KAN)
• Having an office in Indonesia, a branch office abroad, and a partner inspection body in the relevant country
• Employing at least four certified halal verifiers
• Implementing a quality management system, information security, and an anti-bribery policy

Inspection bodies are legally responsible for the accuracy of the LPPH they issue and must be free from conflicts of interest.

What is inspected?

The inspector will match:

• The type of product against the attached halal certificate or SHLN registration data
• The quantity, volume, production code, and production date against the purchase invoice
• The halal label or non-halal statement on the packaging
• The validity of the SHLN, which must be issued by a Foreign Halal Body (LHLN) with a still-valid Mutual Recognition Agreement
• The completeness of technical documents: Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Certificate of Origin (CoO), and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Timeframe

After payment is received, the importer has 30 calendar days to submit an assurance schedule. Beyond that, the application is automatically rejected and the funds are refunded. Once the schedule is agreed, the inspection body completes the inspection within 15 calendar days, with a possible 15-day extension. The LPPH is issued electronically to the Head of BPJPH, after which the importer can download it, and it is automatically linked to SINSW.

How Much Must Importers Pay?

All costs of the halal product assurance process are borne entirely by the importer. The fee rates are set by the government, or may also be determined through a cooperation agreement with the relevant inspection body. The verification process only begins after the importer has paid 100% of the invoice value issued.

Sanctions for Non-Compliant Importers

Non-compliance with this obligation carries fairly severe administrative consequences. Importers who fail to obtain an LPPH or do not pay the assurance fee risk facing:

• Written warning
• Revocation of the halal certificate or registration number
• Withdrawal of the goods from circulation
• Physical destruction of the goods

Inspection bodies are not exempt from oversight either. If found to have violated procedures or been negligent in reporting, the sanctions that may be imposed include a written warning, suspension of operational activities, and up to revocation of their status as a halal product assurance implementer.

What Should Importers Do Now?

PerBPJPH 4/2026 introduces a significant new stage in the product import flow into Indonesia. Before this regulation takes effect on 9 September 2026, importing businesses are advised to:

• Ensure that all required documents (NIB, SHLN, NPWP, HS list, and others) are complete and valid
• Coordinate early with inspection bodies accredited by BPJPH
• Incorporate the halal product assurance schedule into shipment planning, so as not to disrupt import schedules
• Set aside a dedicated budget for assurance costs, since the verification process only begins after full payment

With thorough preparation, importers can avoid the risks of delays, application rejections, and administrative sanctions that can directly harm their business.

Need Help Handling Halal Product Assurance for Your Imported Products?

Incomplete documents or a missed assurance schedule can cause your application to be rejected and your shipment to be held up. CPT Corporate can assist you at every stage: preparing the NIB, SHLN, and NPWP, coordinating with accredited inspection bodies, and overseeing the LPPH submission until it is linked to SINSW. Contact CPT Corporate to discuss your halal product import needs.

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