BPJPH Emphasises Mandatory Halal Certification for Logistics Sector in 2026

The Halal Product Assurance Organising Agency (BPJPH) has emphasised that the logistics sector is required to implement comprehensive halal certification by 2026. This affirmation was delivered by the Head of BPJPH, Ahmad Haikal Hasan, during the Halal Bihalal event for the extended family of the Indonesian Express Delivery, Postal, and Logistics Services Association (ASPERINDO) in Jakarta.

In his address, Ahmad Haikal Hasan, affectionately known as Babe Haikal, explained that the concept of halal is not limited to food and beverage products but encompasses the entire process chain, including distribution and logistics.

“Halal in the logistics field is an important part of halal product assurance. This is not just about the end product, but also how the storage, packaging, and distribution processes are carried out in accordance with halal principles,” said Babe Haikal in a written statement on Tuesday (14/4/2026).

He also emphasised that halal can serve as a strategic barrier to entry to protect domestic micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from the influx of foreign products that do not meet halal standards.

“Halal is not merely an obligation, but also an instrument of protection for our MSMEs from the influx of imported products,” he added.

Furthermore, Babe Haikal asserted that the logistics sector no longer has room to delay the implementation of halal certification. In line with national policy, the halal certification obligation will apply comprehensively in 2026.

“For the logistics industry, there is no more negotiation. 2026 becomes the mandatory point for businesses to obtain halal certification,” he stressed.

On that occasion, Babe Haikal also reminded the importance of controlling critical points in the logistics process. He highlighted that the separation between halal and non-halal products must be carried out strictly to maintain the integrity of product halal status.

“Products such as halal and non-halal meat must be separated in their storage. This becomes a standard that must be met by all logistics business actors,” he explained.

BPJPH hopes for stronger synergy between the government and logistics industry players in building an integrated and globally competitive national halal ecosystem.