We have discussed about the new regulation of SNI audio video, and now we also need to discuss about the SNI exemption letter for audio video products. As we already know that the regulation for SNI audio video has determined type of audio video products that are classified as SNI mandatory. However, not all types of audio video products must be processed for SNI certification. The Ministry of Industry has issued a new regulation for type of audio video products that out of scope of SNI mandatory.
In this article we will discuss all about new regulation of SNI exemption letter specifically for audio video products.
What is SNI exemption letter?
The Ministry of Industry is one of the regulator for many SNI mandatory products including audio video products. Based on new regulation of PERMENPERIN No. 75 year 2024 about SNI mandatory audio video products, the five type of audio video products below are within the scope of SNI mandatory:
- Television
- DVD and blu-ray disc player
- Car head unit
- Active speaker
- Set top boxes for TV set
The implementation of SNI mandatory for audio video products can be exempted if an audio video products has its own standards and different scope from SNI mandatory products. For example, active speakers are classified as SNI mandatory products, which means any type of speaker products that are not included as active speakers, such as passive speakers, can apply for an SNI exemption letter. This exemption from SNI mandatory is proven by the ownership of an SNI exemption letter issued by the Ministry of Industry.
Audio video products out of scope of SNI mandatory
Importers can apply for an SNI exemption letter if their audio video product to be imported are outside the scope of SNI mandatory products. Here are some criteria of audio video products that has different scope from SNI mandatory.
Active speaker
| HS code | Description | Within the scope of SNI mandatory | Out of scope of SNI mandatory |
| 8518.21.10 | Type of box speakers | Active speakers, stand alone and are not part or component of other products | Apart from active speakers which are regulated within the scope of SNI mandaotry |
| 8518.21.90 | Others | ||
| 8518.22.10 | Tyoe of box speakers | ||
| 8518.22.90 | Others | ||
| 8518.29.90 | Others |
DVD and blu-ray disc player
| HS code | Description | Within the scope of SNI mandatory | Out of scope of SNI mandatory |
| 8521.90.19 | Others | DVD disc players and blu-ray disc players, including DVD combinations and combinations with blu-ray players, which are stand-alone and are not part or components of other products | Apart from DVD disc players and blu-ray disc players that are regulated within the scope of SNI mandaotry Network video recorder (NVR) Digital video recorder (DVR) |
| 8521.90.99 | Others |
Car head unit
| HS code | Description | Within the scope of SNI mandatory | Out of scope of SNI mandatory |
| 8527.21.00 | Combined with sound recording or producing apparatus | Car head units include cassette players, optical discs, and other digital audio video formats | Apart from car head units that are regulated within the scope of SNI mandaotry Car head units installed in cars and imported as a whole cars |
| 8527.29.00 | Others |
Set top box
| HS code | Description | Within the scope of SNI mandatory | Out of scope of SNI mandatory |
| 8528.71.11 | Operated by electricity | Set top boxes for television sets include digital receivers for satellite, terrestrial and cable | Apart from set top boxes that are regulated within the scope of SNI mandatory |
Television
| HS code | Description | Within the scope of SNI mandatory | Out of scope of SNI mandatory |
| 8528.72.92 | Liquid crystal device (LCD), light emitting diode (LED) and other types of flat screen panels | Liquid crystal device (LCD) or cathode ray tube (CRT) televisions with screen sizes up to 55 inches | Selain televisi yang diatur pada ruang lingkup SNI wajib Televisi jenis organic light emitting diode (OLED), quantum dot light emitting diode (QLED), quantum nano emitting diode (QLED) dan mini light emitting diode (mini LED) |
| 8528.72.99 | Others |
How to process SNI exemption letter?
In order to obtain an SNI exemption letter, importers must submit an application to the Ministry of Industry. Submission of the application for SNI exemption letter is done electronically through the SIINas system. Therefore, it is important for importers to have a SIINas account before processing the application of SNI exemption letter.
The process of submitting an SNI exemption letter is done by filling in data and uploading documents in the importer’s SIINas account. Following are the required data and documents that need to be prepared before submitting the application of SNI exemption letter.
| Data | Document |
| 1). HS code number 2). Type of products 3). Brand of products 4). Specification of products 5). Purpose of use 6). Import period or production period 7). Port of origin and port of destination | 1). Application letter for issuance of SNI exemption letter 2). Business licensing documents 3). Statement letter 4). Product photos at least 4 sides 5). Product brochure for finished products 6). Brand certificate 7). LSPro assessment report |
LSPro assessment report for SNI exemption letter
Different from old process, the submission of SNI exemption letter based on the new regulation requires importers to upload LSPro assessment report. For submission of SNI exemption letter, LSPro that issue the assessment report must be designated for audio video products according to KEPMENPERIN No. 887 year 2025.
Based on the regulation, there are 8 LSPro for SNI audio video products that can be used for LSPro assessment process. The appointed LSPro for SNI audio video products can issue LSPro assessment report for the needs of SNI exemption letter application. Following is a list of LSPro designated for audio video product category for both SNI mandatory and SNI exemption letter process.
- Baristand Surabaya
- B4T Bandung
- BSPJI Jakarta
- Qualis Indonesia
- Vertex Global Indonesia
- UL International Indonesia
- TUV Rheinland Indonesia
- SUCOFINDO
The LSPro assessment process for SNI exemption letter application will be carried out by verifying documents and testing samples if necessary. In the document verification process, LSPro will request several documents below for product assessment:
- Photos of the product at least showing the front, back, right and left sides.
- Brochure or product catalog related to product technical specifications.
- Third party test results use different standards from the SNI mandatory standards, if any.
If LSPro still cannot make a decision during the document verification stage, then LSPro can conduct sample testing. Sample testing must also be carried out in a laboratory that has been appointed based on the same regulations as the appointment of LSPro. Generally, each LSPro already has their laboratory that is also appointed to conduct the sample testing for SNI audio video products.
What importers need to do after obtaining SNI exemption letter?
If the SNI exemption letter has been issued by the Ministry of Industry, importers need to report the realization of imports on the SIINas system. This import realization reporting must be done at least once a month.
Importers that already received SNI exemption letter but do not report the realization of imports as requested will be subject to administrative sanctions in the form of rejection of SNI exemption letter application for the following year.
Conclusion
Processing the SNI exemption letter can be quite challenging, especially if the importer does not have a connection with LSPro. Dimulti has experience assisting importers with the process, from document preparation to import realization reporting. Therefore, please don’t hesitate to contact us by sending an inquiry to info@narmadi.com if you have any questions related to the SNI exemption letter.
