Tata Cara Sertifikasi Halal Pasca Pergantian Logo Kemenag

Summary

This video explains the updated halal certification process in Indonesia, focusing on the new logo introduced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) and its implications for businesses. The speaker walks through the steps of halal certification, from application submission to the issuance of a certificate, and covers related costs and regulatory changes. Key points include the roles of BPH and MUI, the costs associated with different business sizes, and how companies should handle the new halal logo on their products. The video aims to clarify the certification process, ensuring businesses understand the updated regulations.

Takeaways

• 😀 The new halal logo introduced by Kemenag (Ministry of Religious Affairs) features a distinctive purple design, aiming to better represent halal certification in Indonesia.
• 😀 Despite the logo change, the process of halal certification has not drastically changed and still involves MUI (Indonesian Ulema Council) in the final determination of halal status.
• 😀 The halal certification process in Indonesia was regulated by Law No. 33, which has been in effect since October 2019.
• 😀 The halal certification process is now digitalized through the 'Si Halal' application, where business owners submit their applications online, with required documents uploaded for processing.
• 😀 The certification process involves document verification by BPJPH, product testing by LPH (Halal Testing Institute), and the final halal status issued by MUI.
• 😀 The entire halal certification process can take up to 21 working days under normal circumstances, and 31 working days if there are any extensions.
• 😀 The cost for halal certification varies depending on the business size: small businesses pay around 300,000 IDR, medium businesses 5.5 million IDR, and large industries 12.5 million IDR.
• 😀 Additional costs may be incurred for testing, especially if the product contains animal-derived ingredients, which may require further lab tests such as PCR.
• 😀 Businesses are required to label their products with the new halal logo according to the guidelines from BPOM (Indonesian Food and Drug Authority). However, old logos can still be used until 2026 if previously printed.
• 😀 The halal certification process and its associated fees and regulations are intended to standardize and streamline the halal certification system for businesses in Indonesia, ensuring product compliance with national halal standards.

Q & A

What is the new halal certification logo introduced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs?

The new halal certification logo, introduced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) through BPTPH, features a distinctive purple color and a design known as 'gunungan.' This new logo aims to provide a clear and recognizable symbol for halal products in Indonesia.

How does the halal certification process work after the introduction of the new logo?

The halal certification process, which has been in place since 2019, remains unchanged in its core steps despite the introduction of the new logo. The process involves submitting a request through the 'SI Halal' application, document verification by BPTPH, testing by LPH (Halal Testing Institution), and certification issuance.

Has the certification process changed with the introduction of the new logo?

No, the introduction of the new logo has not altered the core certification process. The certification remains governed by the Halal Certification Law (Law No. 33/2014) and its subsequent regulations, with the MUI still playing a key role in fatwa halal determination.

What are the main steps involved in obtaining halal certification?

The main steps involve: 1) Submitting a request via the 'SI Halal' application, 2) Document verification by BPTPH, 3) Halal testing by LPH, 4) Fatwa halal determination by MUI, and 5) Certification issuance by BPTPH. The entire process typically takes 21 business days, or 31 days with extended time.

What documents are required for halal certification?

Required documents include business data, product name and type, ingredient matrix, halal guarantee system manual (for businesses), and other supporting documents such as business licenses and identification numbers. Companies must also appoint a halal supervisor.

What are the costs associated with halal certification?

The costs of halal certification are divided into two components: BPTPH fees and LPH (Halal Testing Institution) fees. BPTPH fees are approximately IDR 300,000 for small businesses, IDR 5.5 million for medium-sized enterprises, and IDR 12.5 million for large industries. LPH fees vary depending on the type of product being certified.

What are the LPH fees for halal certification?

LPH fees for micro and small businesses are around IDR 350,000. For larger businesses, the fees vary based on the type of product and its complexity, ranging from IDR 3 million to over IDR 20 million for specialized products like vaccines or genetically modified products.

Are there additional costs beyond the standard certification fees?

Yes, additional costs may include travel and accommodation for auditors, especially if the certification process involves multiple locations. These costs are separate from the standard certification and are to be covered by the business.

What should businesses do if they have already printed labels with the old MUI halal logo?

Businesses that have already printed labels with the old MUI halal logo may continue to use them until 2026. After that, the new BPTPH halal logo must be used. This transition is allowed as per regulations outlined in PP No. 39/2021.

How should businesses manage the use of halal labels for their products?

Businesses must use the new halal label issued by BPTPH for products that require halal certification. However, the use of the old MUI halal label is still permitted until 2026. The halal certification process is separate from the label approval process, which is regulated by BPOM for product approval.