The Indonesia market for Indian finished leather
Vietnam and Indonesia footwear factories source Indian leathers.
Finished Leather specification for Indonesia orders
| Parameter | Typical export value |
|---|---|
| Thickness | 0.6-2.2 mm by end use (typical) |
| Size | Bovine sides/hides 18-25 sq ft; goat skins 4-7 sq ft (typical) |
| Finish | Aniline, semi-aniline, pigmented, nubuck, suede, milled, waxy/pull-up (typical) |
| Tannage | Chrome, chrome-free (wet-white), vegetable (typical) |
| Cr VI | < 3 mg/kg (typical buyer spec) |
| Selection | TR/A/B/C grades by surface defects (typical) |
Final values are agreed per contract and checked against the Indonesia requirements below, then confirmed by lab report or pre-shipment inspection.
Import requirements in Indonesia
| Requirement | Regulator | Document / registration |
|---|---|---|
| Product registration | BPOM | ML registration number held by Indonesian importer (ereg-rba.pom.go.id); SKI per shipment |
| Mandatory halal | BPJPH | Halal certificate (BPJPH) or registered foreign halal certificate from recognised LHLN |
General guidance as of November 2026. Confirm with your customs broker or the regulator before shipping. Final regulatory decisions require professional verification.
Shipping finished leather to Indonesia
Typical sea transit Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) → Jakarta: 11-16 days. Via Singapore/Port Klang; BPOM ML registration + SKI before import
Supply window: Indian finished leather is mainly produced or harvested Year-round; Year-round; raw hides seasonal (post-Eid/ winter). Allow 11-16 days at sea plus 5–10 days for inspection, export clearance and Indonesia customs when you set delivery dates.
Container loading (estimate): 20' ~80,000-150,000 sq ft, 40' HC ~180,000-300,000 sq ft.
Quoted on FOB, CFR, CIF, FCA; CIF Jakarta is the common choice for first orders.
Where buyers are in Indonesia
| City | Port / airport | Buyer sectors |
|---|---|---|
| Jakarta | Tanjung Priok (Jakarta International Container Terminal) - Indonesia's largest port · Soek | textile/garment traders (Tanah Abang), pharma/API importers, FMCG & spice distributors |
| Surabaya | Tanjung Perak (Surabaya) - 2nd largest Indonesian port · Juanda International (SUB) | textile & garment traders, distributors for eastern Indonesia, pharma |
| Medan | Belawan (Port of Medan); Kuala Tanjung · Kualanamu International (KNO) | textiles, palm-oil & agri-commodity traders, Indian (Tamil) diaspora grocers (Kampung Madras) |
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to import finished leather into Indonesia?
Key requirements: Product registration — BPOM (ML registration number held by Indonesian importer (ereg-rba.pom.go.id); SKI per shipment); Mandatory halal — BPJPH (Halal certificate (BPJPH) or registered foreign halal certificate from recognised LHLN). Your customs broker confirms the full list for your HS line.
How long does shipping from India to Indonesia take?
Typically 11-16 days port-to-port from Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) to Jakarta, plus 5–10 days for stuffing, export clearance and destination clearance (estimates).
Does Indonesia have a trade agreement with India?
ASEAN–India AITIGA 2010 (review ongoing); no bilateral CEPA [S7] A preferential certificate of origin is needed to claim any reduced duty.
Which HS code applies to finished leather from India?
Usually HS 4107. Indonesia applies its own national tariff extension to the 6-digit code; confirm the full line with your broker.
What is LWG?
The Leather Working Group audits tanneries on environmental performance and traceability. Many brands require Gold- or Silver-rated sources.
Do you supply crust leather?
Yes. Crust is tanned and dried but not finished, so the buyer can finish it in-house.
How is leather measured?
In square feet per hide or skin, measured by machine. The invoice is by area.
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