What is Halal Food Certification?
Halal Food Certification is an official document proving that a food product meets halal standards according to Islamic law and is determined by the relevant authorities. In Indonesia, the official institution that issues halal certificates is BPJPH (Halal Product Assurance Agency).
beverage products will be implemented. This means that businesses—especially MSMEs— must immediately prepare themselves so that their products can continue to be distributed legally and gain consumer trust.
Why is Halal Food Certification Important?
1. Increased Consumer Trust
Products with a halal label are more trusted, especially by the majority of Indonesia’s Muslim population.
2. Wider Market Access
Halal certification opens up opportunities for entry into supermarkets, marketplaces, and even exports.
3. More Professional Branding
A halal label enhances brand image and competitiveness.
4. Regulatory Compliance
The law requires halal certification for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and logistics products.
5. Support for MSMEs
The government provides a free halal certification program to ensure MSMEs are not burdened with costs.
6. Halal Supply Chain
Not only food, but also logistics distribution must be halal to ensure product legitimacy.
7. Increased Revenue
Halal products tend to have higher sales because they are trusted and accepted by a broader range of consumers.
How to Register for Free Halal Food Certification
One of the most frequently searched keywords is how to register for free halal certification. Here are the practical steps:
1. Register an Account at SIHALAL BPJPH
Open the SIHALAL BPJPH website and create an account.
2. Fill out the Registration Form
Complete the business owner’s data, product type, raw materials, and production process.
3. Upload Required Documents
Typically include:
- Business owner’s ID card and NPWP
- NIB (Business Identification Number)
- List of raw materials and suppliers
- Production process flowchart
4. Data Verification
After the business owner submits the halal certification application data, the BPJPH system will verify the completeness of the documents.
5. Halal Audit Process
The LPH (Halal Inspection Body) will inspect the production site directly.
6. Fatwa & Certificate Issuance
After the audit, the Indonesian Council of Ulama (MUI) issues a halal fatwa, and BPJPH issues a halal certificate.
Estimated time: 21 working days for MSMEs participating in the free program.
Halal Food Certification Costs
For MSMEs, the government provides the Free Halal Certification (SEHATI) program.
However, for non-MSME businesses, the following are the estimated costs:
| Business Scale | Regular Halal Certification Fee |
| MSMEs | Rp 0 – Rp 2,500,000 (can be free through government programs) |
| Medium-Sized Enterprises | Rp 5,000,000 – Rp 12,000,000 |
| Large-Sized Enterprises | Rp 15,000,000 – Rp 25,000,000 |
Estimated halal certification costs for 2023 can be found at: https://bpjph.halal.go.id/kalkulator-biaya-sh/
(Official reference for BPJPH halal certification costs)
Halal Certification for MSMEs
MSMEs receive high priority in the halal certification program. Some of the benefits:
- Free through the SEHATI program.
- Mentoring from halal facilitators.
- Simpler requirements than for large companies.
- Opportunity to enter marketplaces like Shopee and Tokopedia.
Case study example:
The “Es Pelangi” MSME in Bekasi successfully increased its turnover by 40% after obtaining halal food certification, as it was able to enter modern retail outlets and gain the trust of new consumers.
Halal Logistics Certification
A halal distribution chain must support halal food products. This is called halal logistics certification.
These standards include:
- Warehouses that do not mix with non-halal products.
- Transportation that is free from contamination.
- Safe packaging that meets halal standards.
Without halal logistics, the legitimacy of a product can be questioned, even if the food is halal-certified.
Challenges for Business Actors in Halal Certification
- Lack of Information – Many MSMEs don’t know how to register for halal certification.
- Limited Human Resources – Not all businesses have a dedicated team for administrative matters.
- Costs for Large Businesses – Although it’s free for MSMEs, medium- and large-scale businesses still incur costs.
- Supply Chain – Raw material suppliers must also be halal.
Tips for Successfully Applying for Halal Food Certification
- Prepare complete documents before registering online.
- Use halal-certified raw materials to streamline the process.
- Participate in the Halal Mentoring Program from LPH LPPOM (formerly LPPOM MUI).
- Monitor SIHALAL regularly to ensure no documents are left behind.
- Collaborate with Halal Logistics to ensure safe distribution.
Conclusion
Applying for halal food certification is not just a formality, but a crucial strategy for the future of your business.
- MSMEs can benefit from free halal certification.
- The cost is relatively affordable for non-MSMEs.
- The process is simplified with an online system.
- Halal logistics support ensures the supply chain remains compliant with Sharia law.
So, what are you waiting for? Register your product with BPJPH and LPH LPPOM to enhance your business’s credibility, legality, and international readiness.
