Indonesia Delays Mandatory Halal Certification to 2028, LPPOM Urges Businesses to Prepare Now

Jakarta, 16 October 2026. The Government of Indonesia has relaxed its mandatory halal certification deadlines through Articles 160 and 161 of Government Regulation (PP) No. 42/2024. The policy extends the implementation deadline for several product and service categories from October 2026 to October 2028.

Which products and services are covered?

The October 2028 deadline applies to:

• Food, beverages, and animal-derived products from slaughtering (excluding slaughtering services)
• Food, beverages, animal-derived products from slaughtering, and slaughtering services produced by micro and small enterprises as well as foreign enterprises
• Traditional medicines, quasi-medicinal products, health supplements, cosmetics, chemical products, genetically engineered products, and several categories of consumer goods

Businesses should check whether their products or services fall within these categories.

Other policy changes

The policy also revokes BPJPH Regulation No. 4 of 2026 on inspections of imported halal products. It includes a comprehensive review of Government Regulation No. 42/2024 and other related regulations.

What the government says

“Taking into account the readiness of Indonesia’s halal ecosystem, the Government has extended the phased implementation of mandatory halal certification through amendments to Government Regulation No. 42 of 2024,” said Susiwijono Moegiarso, Secretary of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs.

He spoke at an online public dissemination session on policies related to mandatory halal certification, held on Friday, 16 October. The session was attended by representatives from the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH), the Ministry of State Secretariat, the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, industry associations, and other stakeholders. Further provisions are expected to be detailed in forthcoming official government regulations.

LPPOM: use the extra time strategically

LPPOM, a Halal Inspection Body (LPH), views the regulatory adjustment as an important opportunity for businesses to strengthen their readiness and ensure compliance with halal certification requirements.

As an LPH, LPPOM remains committed to supporting a credible, inclusive, and globally competitive halal ecosystem. It does this through science-based halal inspection services, education programs, and technical assistance for businesses, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

LPPOM has representative offices in all 34 provinces of Indonesia and international networks, so it is ready to help businesses prepare for certification. Support services include consultation through the 14065 hotline and official information channels that explain halal certification requirements and processes.

LPPOM encourages businesses to:

• Keep monitoring regulatory developments
• Use the extended transition period to strengthen their halal assurance systems
• Improve supply chain readiness
• Build their compliance capabilities

Building trust through science-based halal assurance

LPPOM’s inspection services are supported by qualified halal auditors and laboratory testing facilities, and the organization continues to improve the quality and reliability of those services. According to LPPOM, these efforts protect the integrity of the halal certification process and maintain public trust in halal products.

LPPOM also works with government agencies, industry associations, chambers of commerce, overseas halal certification bodies, and international partners. Through these partnerships, it aims to expand halal literacy, improve business preparedness, and strengthen the competitiveness of Indonesia’s halal industry in both domestic and global markets.

Frequently asked questions

Does the extension apply to my business?

Check whether your product or service falls within the categories listed above. Micro and small enterprises and foreign enterprises have additional coverage for food, beverages, animal-derived products, and slaughtering services.

What should businesses do now?

Monitor the forthcoming government regulations and contact LPPOM through the 14065 hotline or BPJPH for guidance on requirements and processes.

Is the regulation final?

The extension is in effect, but further details will come in upcoming government regulations.