List of Indonesia Recognized Halal Certification Bodies

As the deadline for the mandatory halal law for exports to Indonesia draws nearer, U.S. manufacturers are actively exploring halal certification to come under compliance.

Under Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Law, only halal certificates issued by Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal (BPJPH)–recognized foreign halal certification bodies are accepted.

This guide provides a clear, up-to-date list of BPJPH-recognized halal certifiers in the United States, including their approved scopes (food, beverages, chemicals, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, slaughter, etc.).

BPJPH-Recognized U.S. Halal Certifiers

Halal Certifier	Food & Beverage	Chemical	Cosmetics	Drugs/Pharma	Slaughter Scope	Avg Time to Certify (Typical)	Indonesia Support / Local Assistance
American Halal Foundation (AHF)	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	4–10 weeks to complete the full certification cycle (depending upon document readiness.	Yes. Provides export guidance and assistance through account managers.
Halal Transactions, Inc. / Halal Transactions of Omaha (HTO)	✅	✅	—	—	✅	No information available	No
Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA)	✅	✅	✅	✅	—	12–16 weeks	No
Islamic Services of America (ISA)	✅	✅	—	✅	✅	10-12 weeks	No
Islamic Society of the Washington Area (ISWA)	✅	—	—	—	✅	8–12 weeks	No

Get Expert Help

For U.S. manufacturers seeking compliance with Indonesia’s mandatory halal regulations, it is crucial to obtain halal certification only from BPJPH-recognized foreign halal certification bodies (LHLNs) that are approved for the specific scope of your product.

To learn more about Indonesia’s halal regulations and stay up to date with the latest changes, get in touch with a halal certification expert at info@halalfoundation.org.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is BPJPH and why does it matter for U.S. exporters?

Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Produk Halal (BPJPH) is Indonesia’s official halal authority. Indonesia only accepts halal certificates issued by BPJPH-recognized foreign certifiers. If your certificate is not recognized, your product cannot be legally sold in Indonesia.

2. Is halal certification mandatory in Indonesia?

Yes. Under Indonesia’s Halal Product Assurance Law, halal certification is mandatory for food, beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and consumer products, including imports. Enforcement is being rolled out in phases by product category.

3. Can any U.S. halal certifier issue a certificate for Indonesia?

No. Only BPJPH-recognized U.S. halal certifiers can issue certificates that are eligible for registration in Indonesia. Even then, the certifier must be approved for the specific product scope (e.g., food vs. cosmetics vs. chemicals).

4. What happens after I receive a halal certificate in the U.S.?

The certificate must still be registered with BPJPH via the SIHALAL system. This is typically done by:

An Indonesian importer
A local representative
Or an appointed partner in Indonesia

5. What is the biggest mistake companies make when exporting to Indonesia?

Choosing a halal certifier without checking BPJPH recognition and scope approval. This often results in:

Rejected registrations
Re-certification costs

6. What should I verify before choosing a U.S. halal certifier?

Before choosing your halal compliance partner check:

BPJPH recognition status
Approved product scope
Experience with Indonesia exports
Certification timeline
Post-certification support for BPJPH registration

Halal Foundation Editorial Team

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