Vehicle tires are among the most critical safety components on any motor vehicle. Because tire failures directly impact road safety and human lives, the Indonesian Government strictly mandates that all tires manufactured locally or imported into the country must obtain mandatory SNI (Standar Nasional Indonesia) certification.
For automotive manufacturers, international sellers, and local importers, selling uncertified tires in Indonesia can result in severe customs detentions, product recalls, and legal penalties.
Mandatory SNI Certification for Tire Products in Indonesia
The Indonesian Ministry of Industry classifies mandatory SNI standards according to the vehicle application:
SNI 0098: Passenger Car Tires
SNI 0099: Light Truck Tires
SNI 0100: Truck and Bus Tires
SNI 0101: Motorcycle Tires
SNI 6700: Inner Tubes for Motor Vehicle Tires
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Process Mandatory SNI Certification for Tires
Securing a Product Certificate for the Use of the SNI Mark (SPPT SNI) for tire products involves rigorous administrative checks, factory audits, and specialized laboratory testing.
1.Document and Technical Dossier Preparation:
First, applicants must compile legal and technical documentation. Consequently, you will need to prepare your Business Identification Number (NIB), local business licenses, and the manufacturer’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System certificate. Additionally, include an Official Letter of Appointment from the overseas factory if applying via a local importer, alongside comprehensive technical datasheets covering tire sizes, load index, speed symbols, and tread pattern designs.
2.Submission to Accredited LSPro:
Next, submit the application dossier to a Product Certification Body (LSPro). However, ensure that the body is accredited by KAN (National Accreditation Committee) and authorized by the Ministry of Industry.
3.On-Site Factory Audit:
Afterward, qualified auditors from the LSPro conduct an on-site audit of the manufacturing facility, whether located domestically or abroad. As a result, they verify raw rubber quality controls, manufacturing processes, and overall quality assurance systems.
4.Sample Collection and Laboratory Testing:
During the audit, auditors select and seal representative tire samples, which are then dispatched to an accredited testing laboratory in Indonesia. Furthermore, laboratory testing evaluates four key areas:
Endurance Testing: Running the tire on high-speed testing drums under loaded conditions.
High-Speed Performance Testing: Evaluating structural integrity at elevated speed ratings over specified intervals.
Plunger Energy / Penetration Testing: Testing resistance against sharp object impacts and punctures.
Dimensional and Bead Inspection: Verifying rim fitment precision, tread wear indicators, and physical measurements.
5.SPPT SNI Certificate Issuance:
Once both the factory audit report and laboratory test reports satisfy all SNI parameters, the LSPro issues the official SPPT SNI Certificate.
6.NPB Registration and Mandatory Sidewall Marking:
Finally, after receiving the SPPT SNI, the applicant registers for a Product Registration Number (NPB) with the Ministry of Trade. Therefore, the official SNI logo must be permanently embossed on the tire sidewall prior to commercial distribution.
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