THE WHAT? The Indonesian government has extended certain mandatory halal certification deadlines from October 2026 to 2028, providing additional time for businesses in the cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceutical and food and beverage sectors to meet regulatory requirements.
THE DETAILS The two-year extension follows feedback from industry associations regarding the implementation of Indonesia’s halal certification requirements. The decision affects several product categories, including cosmetics and personal care, which were previously facing an October 2026 compliance deadline. The revised timetable gives affected manufacturers and businesses additional time to prepare for certification under the country’s halal regulatory framework.
THE WHY? The extension provides cosmetics and personal care manufacturers with additional time to address formulation, ingredient sourcing, supply chain verification and certification requirements. For international beauty brands operating in Indonesia, the revised deadlines offer greater flexibility in preparing products for compliance while maintaining access to one of Southeast Asia’s largest consumer markets.
Source: The Jakarta Post
