Ajinomoto Indonesia Honored for Upholding National Halal Standards
In March 2025, the commitment to producing only halal, high-quality, and consumer-trusted products has always been a priority for Ajinomoto Indonesia Group in conducting business operations. This dedication was recognized by Dr. H. Ahmad Haikal Hassan, ST., MT, the Head of the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH), during his visit to one of PT AJINOMOTO INDONESIA’s factories in Karawang on Friday, February 28, 2025.
The visit to the Ajinomoto factory in Karawang was part of BPJPH’s strategic agenda to promote the development of the national halal ecosystem and enhance the competitiveness of national products in the global market. Hermawan Prajudi, Director of PT AJINOMOTO INDONESIA and Coordinator of Halal Internal Auditors for Ajinomoto Indonesia Group, emphasized that BPJPH’s visit was a significant opportunity to strengthen collaboration between BPJPH and Ajinomoto Indonesia in implementing the halal product assurance system.
“This support from BPJPH as a regulatory body certainly motivates us to enhance product quality and ensure its halal status from raw material preparation, production processes, distribution, to consumers’ hands. Therefore, all products are not only delicious and high-quality but also safe and trustworthy for consumption,” Hermawan expressed.
Consistent Commitment to Halal Product Assurance
Jasman Silalahi, Director of PT AJINOMOTO INDONESIA and Head of the Karawang Factory, highlighted that both the Ajinomoto factories in Karawang and Mojokerto, as part of the Ajinomoto Indonesia Group, consistently apply the halal product assurance system in every process. He emphasized the three main points of the Halal Policy of Ajinomoto Indonesia Group that support Ajinomoto’s overarching goal of “Strengthening sustainable well-being for humans, society, and the earth through AminoScience.”
The Karawang factory produces not only Masako® but also SAORI® and Sajiku®. During the visit, Ahmad Haikal engaged in a dialogue with Ajinomoto Indonesia Group management representatives. He commended Ajinomoto for its halal policy and commitment, stating that all seasoning products produced in the factory adhere to very high standards to meet halal criteria at every stage.
Ensuring Halal Product Assurance Implementation
Ahmad Haikal Hassan, the Head of BPJPH, explained that his visit aimed to ensure the effective implementation of the Halal Product Assurance System (SJPH) by the company. He emphasized that their visits to large industries were to ensure the proper functioning of the Halal Product Assurance System. The main goal was to witness the implementation of SJPH firsthand, as part of their responsibility to provide comfort to the Indonesian public.
E.A. Chuzaemi Abidin, the Deputy for Development and Supervision of JPH at BPJPH, accompanying the Head of BPJPH, mentioned that apart from halal product assurance monitoring activities, the working visits were also utilized for socialization and education on halal product assurance to business players. This educational initiative aimed to explain JPH regulations and policies, including halal certification procedures, and the importance of SJPH implementation in the industry.
In conclusion, Ajinomoto Indonesia Group hopes that with the various initiatives undertaken and those yet to be implemented, they can contribute to the progress of Indonesia in various fields, particularly in supporting the nutritional intake of the Indonesian population. This would help create a continuously developing and positive society that can enjoy Indonesia’s green and clean environment.
For more information on products, services, and efforts by Ajinomoto Indonesia Group through the Ajinomoto Health Provider initiative, the public can visit the Ajinomoto Indonesia website (https://www.ajinomoto.co.id/id).
About Ajinomoto Indonesia Group
Ajinomoto is a food seasoning manufacturer that has grown alongside Indonesian families by bringing deliciousness to every dish through halal and quality products since 1969. The Ajinomoto Indonesia Group has formulated a new philosophy positioning itself as a company with the goal of “Strengthening sustainable well-being for humans, society, and the earth through AminoScience.” To achieve this overarching goal, the group has the Health Provider initiative, which adheres to the Ajinomoto Group Creating Shared Value (ASV) values and focuses on health and well-being, food resources, and global sustainability pillars.
Under its global slogan ‘Eat Well, Live Well,’ the Ajinomoto Indonesia Group is committed to continually making positive contributions to Indonesian society, helping improve the quality of life while moving towards environmentally friendly sustainable business practices. Ajinomoto has achieved remarkable milestones that demonstrate the strength and resilience of a company that can make significant contributions to Indonesian society.
