Importing food from Indonesia? Your customs office will ask for certain documents. Here is a simple guide to the most common ones, and when you need them.
Halal Certificate
Proves the product is halal. It is required by most GCC countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain) and many buyers in Asia and Africa. Most Indonesian food brands carry official halal certification.
Certificate of Origin (COO)
Shows the goods were made in Indonesia. It is often used to get lower import duty under trade agreements (for example ASEAN or other partner countries).
Health Certificate (HC)
Confirms the food is safe for human consumption. Many countries in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia ask for it at customs clearance.
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
A lab or manufacturer report on product quality (ingredients, moisture, microbiology). Some importers and supermarkets ask for it before listing a product.
Standard shipping documents
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
Which ones do you need?
Rules change by country and product. Check with your customs broker, then tell us. We prepare the documents with your shipment. See how ordering works.
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