New BPOM Standards: Navigating Regulations for Probiotic Health Supplements
As the consumer market demand for specialized digestive and immune wellness continues to surge across Southeast Asia, the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority, known locally as BPOM, has introduced a highly specialized regulatory framework. This update is formalized under PerBPOM No. 17 of 2025, which serves as the official Pedoman Penilaian Produk Suplemen Kesehatan Mengandung […]
Navigating BPOM Certification in Indonesia: A Comprehensive Approach to Product Safety and Quality
Successfully introducing non-pharmaceutical products — including processed foods, cosmetics, and health supplements — into the local market requires a strategic understanding of the BPOM Certification Indonesia framework. BPOM, or Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (the National Agency of Drug and Food Control), governs the safety and quality of all consumer goods sold within the country. […]
Navigating BPOM Registration for New Supplement Ingredients in Indonesia
Entering the Indonesian health and wellness market offers a massive opportunity for international brands. However, the gatekeeper to this market is the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority, known as BPOM (Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan). Achieving a successful BPOM registration is the most critical milestone for any manufacturer or distributor. While many vitamins and minerals […]
Navigating the New BPOM Standards for a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) in 2026
The landscape of cosmetic imports in Indonesia has undergone a significant transformation. As of January 8, 2026, the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority, known locally as Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM), has implemented a decree that fundamentally changes the documentation required for market entry. At the heart of this update is a stricter, more […]
Indonesia Updates Regulations on Online Distribution of Drugs and Food
The Indonesian National Agency of Drug and Food Control (BPOM) has officially issued a new regulation that governs the supervision of drugs and food circulated online, including on e-commerce platforms. The update comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the safety, quality, and efficacy of products sold through online commerce (e-commerce), ensuring […]
Indonesia Tightens Raw Material Safety via BPOM Regulation No. 26/2025
In October 2025, Indonesia’s National Agency for Drug and Food Control (BPOM) issued Regulation No. 26/2025 on Risk Assessment of Raw Materials used in traditional medicines, health supplements, quasi drugs, and certain cosmetics. This move signals a new era of upstream compliance where ingredient safety becomes just as critical as finished product registration. Why Does […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining BPOM Certification
Obtaining BPOM certification for cosmetics, food and beverages, food supplements, or household products in Indonesia is a crucial step for businesses looking to distribute their products within the country legally. This process involves several key stages, from preparation to submission, and culminates with reviewing and issuing the BPOM certification. In this guide, we’ll break down […]
The Role of BPOM in Product Approval in Indonesia
In a rapidly growing market like Indonesia, ensuring the safety and quality of consumer products is critical to public health and economic stability. The government has established BPOM Indonesia (Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan or the National Agency of Drug and Food Control) as the regulatory body in Indonesia to oversee and enforce stringent safety […]
A Guide to Product Registration in Indonesia: What You Need to Know
Navigating product registration in Indonesia is essential for successful market entry and long-term compliance in Indonesia. Whether you’re registering medical devices, cosmetics, food products, or household, understanding BPOM (Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan) and Indonesian ministry of health compliance and regulatory requirements can be complex yet invaluable. This guide offers a step-by-step overview of Indonesia’s […]