Saimdang Cosmetics Achieves Halal Certification for 16 Products in Indonesia

Saimdang Cosmetics, a specialized manufacturer based in Cheongju, South Korea, has announced that it received halal certification for 16 cosmetic products from its production line on July 16.

This certification is particularly significant as the Indonesian government is set to enforce mandatory halal labeling for cosmetics starting on October 17. In 2021, the implementation of the Halal Product Assurance Law granted a five-year grace period to the cosmetics sector, expiring in October 2023. After this date, non-halal certified cosmetics will effectively be banned from distribution within Indonesia, making the certification imperative for brands looking to export or already exporting to the region.

According to a survey by the Korea International Trade Association, 78.8% of consumers in five major halal markets consider halal certification a necessity when purchasing consumer goods, prioritizing it over quality (22.5%) and price (11.4%). The global Muslim population is approximately 2 billion, with the cosmetics market projected to grow from $20.6 billion in 2023 to $32.5 billion by 2028.

The products certified by Saimdang include a variety of formulations such as 'LISIL Hyalutena' containing hyaluronic acid, 'LISIL Snow Niacin' with niacinamide, the trouble care line 'LISIL AC-Tea Tree,' and the premium line 'Daim Red Ginseng Gold Nourishing,' covering all skincare categories like toners, serums, creams, and cleansers. These items are manufactured at their facility in Cheongju.

The halal certification process requires compliance with Islamic law standards throughout all stages, including raw materials, manufacturing processes, cleaning, and storage, making it a complex and resource-intensive journey for brands. As such, Saimdang has refined its operational standards to meet halal requirements and gained expertise in the entire certification process.

This strategic certification not only streamlines the halal compliance for brands but also positions Saimdang to strengthen its ODM and OEM business targeting Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern markets. Brands interested in collaboration for halal certification can contact Saimdang's overseas sales team.