Organization Introduction

Organization Introduction

Indonesian BPOM (National Agency of Drug and Food Control), its full English name isNational Agency of Drug and Food Control of IndonesiaThe National Drug and Food Regulatory Agency (NDRA) is a national regulatory body directly under the leadership of the Indonesian President. Its primary responsibility is to oversee the safety, quality, and efficacy of drugs, food, cosmetics, traditional medicines, and medical devices nationwide.

Main functions

Review and licensing

• Responsible for reviewing the registration and licensing of medicines, foods, cosmetics, traditional medicinal materials, supplements and other products in the Indonesian market.

• Publish products that comply with regulations and technical standards to ensure that market-accessed products meet Indonesian standards.

Market supervision

• Random inspections and surprise checks will be conducted on relevant products in the market to prevent counterfeit and substandard products from entering the market.

• If any illegal products are found, they will be recalled, removed from the shelves, and the relevant companies will be punished.

Regulation and standards management

• Formulate safety standards and technical specifications for drugs and food.

• Participate in cross-border or regional security cooperation and information exchange.

Public outreach and education

• Promote knowledge on drug and food safety, and enhance the public's self-protection and identification capabilities.

Responding to public health events

• During public health crises (such as the COVID-19 pandemic), they are responsible for the emergency approval and oversight of designated drugs and vaccines.

Organizational Structure

BPOM has multiple departments covering areas such as drug registration, food supervision, product testing, market auditing, compliance review and risk assessment, and has local branches throughout the country.

The Importance of BPOM

As the gatekeeper of pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic safety in Indonesia, BPOM is committed to ensuring the safety of people's diet and public health, effectively protecting consumer rights, and providing standardized guidelines for companies entering the Indonesian market.