Indonesian National Standard for Passenger Car Tires
SNI 98:2019 is the Indonesian National Standard that specifies the quality requirements and testing methods for passenger car tires. The standard was developed by the National Standardization Agency of Indonesia (BSN) to ensure that passenger car tires manufactured and marketed in Indonesia meet established safety, quality, and performance requirements. SNI 98:2019 is a revision of SNI 0098:2012, incorporating improvements in testing methods, dimensions, markings, and additional tire sizes to accommodate technological developments.
With the implementation of mandatory SNI requirements for several categories of vehicle tires, SNI 98:2019 has become one of the primary standards used in the certification process for passenger car tires. Manufacturers and importers marketing passenger car tires in Indonesia need to understand this standard to ensure compliance and obtain the Product Certificate for the Use of the SNI Mark (SPPT SNI).
What Is SNI 98:2019?
SNI 98:2019 is the standard that specifies quality requirements and testing methods for new passenger car tires. The standard aims to improve vehicle safety while aligning tire specifications with international automotive technology developments. In its preparation, SNI 98:2019 refers to several international technical references, including JATMA, TRA, ETRTO, STRO, and TRAA.
The scope of this standard covers various technical aspects that must be fulfilled before passenger car tires can be declared compliant with the Indonesian National Standard.
Requirements Under SNI 98:2019
SNI 98:2019 establishes various technical requirements that serve as the basis for certification and laboratory testing. These requirements ensure that tires possess safe characteristics and comply with established technical specifications.
The standard covers, among others:
- Passenger car tire quality requirements.
- Sampling requirements.
- Product testing methods.
- Test acceptance criteria.
- Tire marking requirements.
- Tire dimensions and sizes.
- Load index and load capacity relationships.
- Maximum speed symbols.
- Tire construction and rim specifications.
How to Obtain Certification Based on SNI 98:2019
Companies manufacturing or importing passenger car tires must complete the certification process according to the applicable regulations.
Product Identification
The first stage is identifying the passenger car tire type, including tire size, construction type, load index, speed symbol, and other technical specifications. This ensures that the product falls within the scope of SNI 98:2019.
Document Preparation
After product identification, companies prepare the administrative and technical documents required for certification.
Documents generally required include:
- Company legal documents.
- Product technical specifications.
- Product type or model list.
- Quality management system documentation.
- Product labels and information.
- Manufacturing process documentation.
- Other supporting documents as required.
Certification Application
The certification application is submitted to an accredited Product Certification Body (LSPro). After document verification, the technical evaluation and laboratory testing process begins.
Laboratory Testing
Passenger car tires are tested according to the methods specified in SNI 98:2019 to verify compliance with all applicable requirements.
Testing may include:
- Tire dimension testing.
- Load endurance testing.
- Speed endurance testing.
- Structural strength testing.
- Other technical tests specified by SNI 98:2019.
Factory Audit
Where required under the certification scheme, a factory audit verifies that the quality management system and manufacturing process consistently produce compliant products.
SPPT SNI Issuance
Once laboratory testing, factory audits, and document evaluation have successfully met all applicable requirements, the Product Certificate for the Use of the SNI Mark (SPPT SNI) is issued as evidence that the passenger car tires comply with SNI 98:2019.
Why Is Understanding SNI 98:2019 Important?
Understanding SNI 98:2019 enables companies to prepare more effectively for the certification process, from product design through manufacturing. Compliance with this standard not only supports regulatory requirements but also improves product quality, increases customer confidence, and facilitates legal distribution in Indonesia.
Professional certification assistance helps companies prepare documentation, coordinate laboratory testing, support factory audits, and accelerate SPPT SNI issuance according to applicable regulations.
Contact Us
Biruni Consulting helps companies in the SNI 98:2019 certification process for passenger car tires professionally and in accordance with applicable regulations in Indonesia.
Our services include
- Consultation on applicable regulations.
- Identification of applicable standards.
- Certification document preparation.
- Laboratory testing assistance.
- Certification processing until certificate issuance.
With extensive experience in product certification in Indonesia, Biruni Consulting helps ensure products comply with applicable safety, quality, and performance requirements and are ready for legal distribution in Indonesia.
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