Ahead of the mandatory halal implementation in October 2026, industries in traditional medicine, health supplements, and cosmetics are being encouraged to integrate quality management systems with the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH). The synergy between BPOM, BPJPH, and LPPOM is considered key to ensuring that products are not only safe and of high quality, but also halal, while strengthening consumer trust and market competitiveness.
The transformation of the healthcare industry continues to accelerate as the October 2026 deadline approaches. Businesses in traditional medicine, supplements, and cosmetics are now required to integrate their quality systems with the Halal Product Assurance System, supported by BPOM and assisted by LPPOM as a Halal Inspection Body. This issue was highlighted in the National Webinar titled “Mandatory Halal Certification for Raw Materials in Cosmetics, Traditional Medicines and Supplements 2026.”
In his presentation, the Deputy for Supervision of Traditional Medicines, Health Supplements, and Cosmetics at BPOM, M. Kashuri, S.Si., Apt., M.Farm., emphasized that the primary foundation of product authorization remains centered on safety, efficacy, and quality.
“It is important to understand that in BPOM product authorization, safety, efficacy, and quality are fundamental requirements that cannot be compromised. However, in line with evolving national regulations and market demands, the halal dimension has now become an inseparable part of modern quality standards,” Kashuri explained.
He stressed that mandatory halal certification is a strategic step to strengthen the competitiveness of Indonesian products. BPOM is also continuously aligning its policies with BPJPH to ensure that implementation in the field does not create confusion for businesses.
“At BPOM, we view the mandatory halal certification in October 2026 as an effort to enhance the competitiveness of Indonesian products. Therefore, we are synchronizing our policies with BPJPH. Businesses do not need to worry about overlapping requirements. Instead, we encourage the implementation of the Halal Product Assurance System in your production facilities to be aligned with Good Manufacturing Practices or the standards for proper production of traditional medicines and cosmetics,” he stated.
The integration of SJPH with existing quality systems offers a more efficient approach for the industry. With support from LPH LPPOM, businesses can receive guidance to ensure that SJPH implementation aligns with their current production standards.
“In practice, if your factory’s quality system is already well established, integrating halal aspects mainly requires adjustments in raw material management and cleaning procedures. We encourage businesses to start mapping all raw materials and ensuring that your suppliers meet similar standards,” Kashuri added.
Mapping raw materials and strengthening traceability are crucial steps in ensuring product halal integrity. These efforts also serve as the foundation for building an integrated and sustainable system. Furthermore, the halal label is seen as the highest assurance for consumers and a key factor in building market trust.
“Remember, the halal label on product packaging represents the highest level of assurance for consumers. When your product has both BPOM distribution authorization and halal certification, you are building a very strong level of trust in the eyes of the public. This is your greatest asset in winning competition in both domestic and export markets. At BPOM, we will continue to provide technical assistance to ensure that the transition toward 2026 is effective, efficient, and maintains the quality of our healthcare products,” Kashuri emphasized.
In addition, public demand for natural-based medicines, quasi drugs, health supplements, and cosmetics includes four main aspects: safety, efficacy, quality, and objective, non-misleading information. The halal aspect has now become an essential element that complements these criteria.
The government has set the deadline for mandatory halal certification in this sector no later than October 18, 2026, as stipulated in Government Regulation No. 42 of 2024 and Presidential Regulation No. 6 of 2023. To support this implementation, BPOM is also preparing regulations related to labeling requirements, including the disclosure of raw material origins and alcohol content.
For cosmetics, non-halal products are required to include a “Non-Halal” label. Meanwhile, for natural-based medicines, quasi drugs, and health supplements, products that are not fully halal may still be distributed, provided that the origin of materials is clearly stated.
If materials are not derived from halal sources, their names must be displayed in a distinct color within the composition list. If the materials are halal but the process is not yet fully compliant, the label must state “made from halal materials and in the process of fulfilling halal requirements.”
BPOM also plays a role in supervising halal implementation and may recommend the revocation of halal certificates to the issuing body if non-compliance is found. Through strong synergy between BPOM, BPJPH, and LPPOM, businesses are expected to be better prepared for the 2026 mandatory halal requirement. The integration of quality systems and SJPH not only supports regulatory compliance but also serves as a strategic step to strengthen competitiveness and consumer trust in Indonesian products. (YN)
