Ahead of the mandatory halal implementation in October 2026, industry focus is shifting toward raw materials used in cosmetics, traditional medicines, and supplements. Through this webinar, business players are reminded that readiness must begin upstream, while also viewing halal certification as an opportunity to enhance quality and global competitiveness.
The government’s commitment to strengthening the national halal ecosystem continues to take clearer shape. One of the key initiatives is the National Webinar titled “Mandatory Halal Certification for Raw Materials in Cosmetics, Traditional Medicines & Supplements 2026”, organized by the Halal Inspection Body (LPH) LPPOM. The event served as a strategic discussion platform for industry players to gain deeper insight into the urgency, readiness, and concrete steps needed to face the implementation of mandatory halal certification set for October 2026.
Serving as the keynote speaker, Dr. H. Abd. Syakur, S.Ag., M.Si., Deputy for Partnership and Halal Standardization at BPJPH, emphasized that this policy is not something that emerged suddenly. He explained that the obligation for halal certification is backed by a strong legal foundation and forms part of a constitutional mandate.
“We need to understand that the obligation for halal certification of cosmetics, traditional medicines, and health supplements by October 2026 is not a sudden policy. It is a constitutional mandate under Law No. 33 of 2014 on Halal Product Assurance (JPH), with a clear objective: to provide certainty, protection, and assurance for the public in consuming products that are guaranteed to be pure and halal,” he stated.
He further highlighted why the cosmetics, traditional medicine, and supplement sectors are a key focus of this policy. According to him, the nature of these products which come into direct contact with or are absorbed by the human body makes halal aspects inseparable from safety considerations.
“The question is, why is this sector so crucial? Because cosmetics and health supplements are products that enter or remain on the human body for extended periods. Therefore, safety and halal aspects must go hand in hand,” he explained.
During the session, Dr. Syakur also outlined several transformations undertaken by BPJPH to accelerate and simplify the halal certification process. One of the major innovations introduced is the SIHALAL digital system, designed to streamline bureaucracy and improve service efficiency.
“Currently, BPJPH has undergone a major transformation. Through the SIHALAL system, we have cut down processes that were previously considered long and complicated. We want to convey this message to industry players: do not see halal certification as a cost burden or administrative burden. On the contrary, halal certification is a value-added component for your products. In the global market, the halal label is now recognized as a symbol of quality, ethical production standards, and high levels of hygiene,” he elaborated.
This message is particularly important for businesses that still perceive halal certification merely as an administrative requirement. In today’s increasingly competitive global market, the halal label can serve as a differentiator and strengthen product positioning in the eyes of consumers.
In addition, the government, through BPJPH, continues to reinforce its role by providing comprehensive assistance to business players from the initial stages to the point where products are ready to be certified. Standardization efforts are also continuously enhanced to ensure that Indonesian halal products maintain high competitiveness and trust in international markets.
“The government, through BPJPH, is committed to providing end to end assistance from upstream to downstream. We are also continuously strengthening standardization to ensure that halal-certified products from Indonesia gain strong trust in international markets. For business players, the period leading up to October 2026 is a crucial momentum to conduct self-assessment of their supply chains. Avoid last-minute registration surges that could disrupt your own business efficiency,” he emphasized.
He further stressed that the role of the state in this policy is not to burden businesses, but to create fair and equal standards across all industry players, from large corporations to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
“The state is here not to complicate matters, but to standardize so that all business players both large corporations and MSMEs can compete on equal footing. Let us use the remaining time to ensure that all raw materials are certified, all production processes comply with the Halal Product Assurance System, and ultimately, together we can position Indonesia as a global hub for the halal industry,” he concluded.
In line with these efforts, LPH LPPOM also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the implementation of mandatory halal certification through professional, credible, and sustainable product inspection services. With its extensive experience in halal auditing, LPPOM continues to provide ease and certainty for businesses in meeting the required standards.
Through collaboration between the government, halal inspection bodies, and industry players, the implementation of mandatory halal certification in 2026 is expected to run optimally. This momentum is not merely about regulatory compliance, but also about building trust, improving product quality, and strengthening Indonesia’s position in the global halal industry landscape. (YN)
