Just because a DJID certificate has been issued doesn’t mean the product can be imported and distributed in Indonesia immediately. You need to affix a label to the telecommunications product you wish to market.
Label requirements for RF certification in Indonesia aren’t just about affixing the label; they also involve submitting a report. Ignoring this will certainly result in consequences.
In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about label requirements for RF certification in Indonesia. You can also watch the full video to learn the requirements in detail.
Label Requirements for RF Certification in Indonesia
Label requirements for RF certification in Indonesia are regulated in Ministerial Regulation No. 3 of 2024, Articles 25 through 28. These four articles cover four requirements that must be met.
- Properly installing label components
- Correctly positioning the label
- Installing the label using the proper method
- Submitting proof of installation to DJID within 30 days
These four requirements must not be overlooked. Failing to meet any one of them will result in penalties from DJID.
Label components
The DJID label consists of three components: the certificate number and PLG ID, the QR code, and the warning sign.
- Certificate Number: A unique code for your product
- PLG ID: Your customer identification code
- QR Code: A scannable code that links directly to the product’s certification information.
- Warning Sign: Information regarding the product’s telecommunications specifications; modifying these specifications may cause interference.
To obtain these three components, you can download them from your e-certification account after the certificate is issued. However, for the warning sign, you can cut it directly from the existing regulatory document. This is because DJID does not provide a high-resolution or vector version of it.
Label placement
After preparing the label components, where should they be placed? The answer is in two places: on the device and on the product packaging. DJID does not impose any restrictions or specify particular placement locations on the device or packaging.
Furthermore, no specific size is specified. However, it is important to note that the label must be clearly visible and easy to read, regardless of its placement or size.
DJID allows labels to be placed only on the packaging for devices that are too small. However, if the product lacks packaging, the label may be affixed to the user manual.
Label attachment method
There are three methods you can use to apply a DJID label to your telecommunications devices or product packaging. Labels can be applied using embossing, debossing, or printing.
In addition, the label can also be embedded digitally within your product’s software. This is specifically for devices with screens, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. The label file is stored within the device’s software and can be accessed by the user.
Label Reporting
The DJID labeling process isn’t complete with just the installation. You must submit proof of installation through the DJID e-certification portal.
You need to upload two photos during the labeling reporting process. The first photo is a close-up of the label showing its details. The second photo is a wide-angle shot showing the label’s location on the device or packaging.
Labeling reports must be submitted within 30 days of the certificate’s issuance. Therefore, you must label the product immediately after the certificate is issued. Don’t delay!
The Sanction
Failure to comply with labeling requirements for RF certification in Indonesia results in penalties. If no labeling report is submitted within 30 days, the DJID will issue a first notice.
You will be given 14 business days to submit the report. If no report is submitted by then, a second notice will be issued, granting you an additional 14 business days.
If the report is still not submitted, DJID will issue a final notice stating that your company is prohibited from applying for certification.
Is this a permanent ban? No, DJID only imposes a six-month ban on applying for any certification, including new applications, renewals, or other activities. This will certainly negatively impact your certification portfolio.
Labeling and Recertification
The validity period for RF certification in Indonesia is three years. This means that products still being manufactured and marketed after three years must undergo recertification.
New certification will result in a new certification number, which will affect labeling requirements in Indonesia. Products that are still being manufactured but have not yet been imported must comply with the relabeling requirements, including post-installation reporting.
For products already in warehouses or on the market, no label changes are required. The original labels remain valid.
