Indonesia Amends Import Rules

The Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Indonesia has issued Regulation No. 32 of 2025, amending Regulation No. 20 of 2025 concerning the Policy and Regulation of Importation of Chemicals, Hazardous Substances, and Mining Products.

This update aims to strengthen control mechanisms, improve safety compliance, and streamline import procedures for priority commodities.

Objective of the Amendment

Regulation No. 32/2025 focuses on refining the administrative and technical requirements for importers dealing with:

• Industrial chemicals
• Hazardous substances
• Mining and mineral-based materials

The amendment enhances monitoring, adjusts permit validity, and introduces updated compliance obligations.

Revised Import Licensing Requirements

The regulation updates several aspects related to import approvals, including:

• New eligibility criteria for importers
• Additional documentation requirements
• Strengthened verification mechanisms
• Adjusted timelines for submission and validation

These changes ensure that hazardous and sensitive materials enter Indonesia under strict oversight.

Scope of Affected Substances

The amendment covers a broad range of regulated materials, including:

• Industrial chemicals used in manufacturing
• Hazardous and toxic chemicals (B2)
• Mining and mineral commodities classified as restricted or supervised

Importers handling these substances must now comply with the latest procedural requirements.

Purpose of the Regulatory Adjustment

The Ministry states that the amendment aims to:

• Improve environmental and health safeguards
• Prevent illegal or unsafe imports
• Strengthen national industry protection
• Increase transparency and traceability in the supply chain

The updated framework is part of Indonesia's ongoing reforms to regulate high-risk imports more effectively.

Entry Into Force

Regulation No. 32 of 2025 takes effect upon its official publication by the Ministry of Trade

Reference: Official Release - Indonesia