Indonesia Cosmetics Halal Deadline: 17–18 October 2026

Short Answer

Indonesia’s cosmetics halal transition ends on 17 October 2026. BPJPH’s later notice states that the obligation begins on 18 October 2026 and includes cosmetics and imported products. Teams should not describe 17 October as the first mandatory day.

Key Takeaways

• 17 October 2026 is the end of the transition period.
• 18 October 2026 is the stated start of the mandatory phase.
• Halal certification and cosmetic market authorization are separate workstreams.

Regulatory Status and Scope

BPJPH states that cosmetic products must be halal certified after the transition period ends on 17 October 2026. [ID-HALAL-2025]

A later BPJPH notice states that the mandatory phase begins on 18 October 2026 and identifies cosmetics and imported products among the covered categories. [ID-HALAL-2026]

Preparation Priorities

• Identify products and supply-chain parties within scope.
• Separate halal evidence from BPOM product authorization records.
• Confirm ingredient, processing and facility evidence with the competent halal route.
• Record certification status and unresolved scope questions by SKU.

Common Mistakes

• Calling 17 October the first mandatory day.
• Treating BPOM notification as a halal certificate.
• Assuming one supplier document closes the full product and facility review.

Practical Checklist

• Transition and mandatory dates are recorded separately.
• Product and importer scope is documented.
• Halal and market-access evidence are kept distinct.
• Open certification questions have an owner.

How EasyComply Can Help

EasyComply can help organize a dated evidence register and route unresolved regulatory questions for review. Certification scope and any product-specific service work must be agreed separately; this article does not represent EasyComply as a halal certifier.