In Indonesia, food packaging plays a crucial role not only in preserving freshness and extending shelf life but also in protecting consumers from harmful substances. To ensure product safety and quality, every packaging material must comply with the SNI (Standar Nasional Indonesia) Indonesia’s national standard system for product safety and performance.
What Are SNI Standards?
SNI (Indonesian National Standard) is a set of regulations established by BSN (Badan Standardisasi Nasional) to ensure that products distributed in Indonesia meet health, safety, and environmental requirements. For food packaging, SNI covers materials, production processes, labeling, and chemical safety.
Why SNI Certification Matters
- ✅ Consumer Safety – Prevents the migration of harmful chemicals from packaging to food.
- ✅ Market Access – Required for entering retail and distribution networks in Indonesia.
- ✅ Brand Credibility – Builds trust with consumers and partners.
- ✅ Regulatory Compliance – Ensures your products meet BPOM and BSN regulations.
Types of Food Packaging Under SNI
Food packaging products that require SNI certification include:
- Plastic food containers and bottles
- Paper and cardboard food boxes
- Aluminum foil packaging
- Food wrapping paper
- Biodegradable and eco-friendly packaging
Each material type has specific testing requirements such as migration tests, mechanical strength, and chemical content verification to ensure safety and durability.
The SNI Certification Process
- Application Submission to BSN or a designated certification body.
- Product Testing at accredited laboratories.
- Factory Inspection to verify production quality.
- Certification Issuance after compliance verification.
- Ongoing Surveillance to maintain certification validity.
The process guarantees that all packaging products comply with the latest safety and environmental standards before being marketed.
Key Testing Parameters
- Overall and specific migration limits
- Heavy metal content (lead, cadmium, mercury)
- Odor and taste neutrality
- Thermal resistance and durability
- Recyclability and environmental impact
How to Ensure Compliance Efficiently
To navigate complex certification requirements, it’s best to work with professionals experienced in Indonesian regulatory systems. An expert partner can help streamline documentation, testing, and audit coordination saving time and avoiding costly delays.
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