Product Certification
SNI
What is SNI?
SNI = Standar Nasional Indonesia
(Indonesian National Standard)
👉 Issued by
National Standardization Agency of Indonesia (BSN)
🎯 Purpose of SNI
- Ensure product quality & safety
- Protect consumers in Indonesia
- Control imports through standard compliance
📦 Where SNI is Applicable?
SNI applies to:
- Electrical & electronic products
- Construction materials
- Automotive parts
- Toys
- Food & beverages
- Household products
👉 Many categories are mandatory for import into Indonesia
⚠️ Mandatory SNI Products (Examples)
- Cables & wires
- Helmets
- Cement
- Steel products
- LPG regulators
- Baby products
👉 Without SNI → Product cannot be sold/imported in Indonesia
🏛️ Certification Authority
-
Standard issued by:
👉 National Standardization Agency of Indonesia -
Certification done by:
👉 Accredited certification bodies (LSPro) -
Accreditation by:
👉 National Accreditation Committee Indonesia
📂 Documents Required
- Company registration documents
- Product technical specifications
- Test reports
- Quality management system (ISO preferred)
- Factory details
- Product labeling details
🔄 SNI Certification Process
Step-by-step:
- Identify applicable SNI standard
- Appoint local representative (mandatory for foreign companies)
- Apply through accredited LSPro
- Product testing in approved lab
- Factory inspection (audit)
- Evaluation & approval
- Issue SNI certificate + mark usage
⏱️ Timeline
- 6–12 weeks (depending on product & testing)
💰 Cost (Approximate)
- ₹2L – ₹10L+
Depends on:
- Product category
- Testing complexity
- Factory inspection (local/foreign)
🌍 Benefits of SNI
✔ Mandatory market access to Indonesia
✔ Enhances product credibility
✔ Ensures safety & compliance
✔ Builds trust with distributors
🏷️ SNI Mark
- Products must carry SNI logo
- Labeling must be in Bahasa Indonesia
⚠️ Important Points
- Local Indonesian representative is compulsory
- Factory audit is mandatory
- Surveillance audits required
- Non-compliance can lead to import ban
📊 SNI vs BIS (India)
| Aspect | SNI | BIS |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Indonesia | India |
| Authority | BSN | BIS |
| Mandatory | Many products | Many products |
| Focus | Product certification | Product certification |
✔ Final Summary
SNI is a mandatory product certification for Indonesia, ensuring:
- Product safety
- Regulatory compliance
- Legal import & sale
📄 Document
Title: APPLICATION FORM OF SNI
📜 Document Instructions:
Format: 📄 PDF
Service Related FAQ
1. What is Product Certification?
Product Certification is a process that ensures a product meets required quality, safety, and regulatory standards before it is sold in the market.
2. Why is Product Certification important?
It builds customer trust, ensures legal compliance, and improves product credibility in domestic and international markets.
3. Which products require certification?
Products like electrical goods, food items, medical devices, construction materials, and chemicals often require certification depending on regulations.
4. How long does the certification process take?
It typically takes 7 to 30 days, depending on product type, documentation, and testing requirements.
5. What documents are required for Product Certification?
Common documents include product details, test reports, company registration, manufacturing process details, and quality control records.
