Requirements and SNI Certification Process for Windshields in Indonesia
A vehicle windshield is an important component directly related to vehicle safety. In addition to protecting the driver and passengers from wind, dust, and environmental conditions, the windshield also plays a role in providing a clear field of vision for the driver.
In Indonesia, safety glass for motor vehicles is a product subject to mandatory Indonesian National Standard (SNI) implementation. These requirements apply to safety glass manufactured domestically as well as imported products distributed in Indonesia.
The applicable standard is SNI 8210:2018 Safety Glass for Motor Vehicles. The National Standardization Agency of Indonesia (BSN) records SNI 8210:2018 as valid and states that it covers laminated safety glass and tempered safety glass for installation as windshields, panel glass, or partitions in vehicles in categories L, M, N, O, and T within the scope of the standard.
What Is SNI Windshield Indonesia?
SNI windshield Indonesia is the implementation of a standard for safety glass used in motor vehicles in Indonesia. Its purpose is to ensure that the glass meets established technical and safety requirements.
For windshields, the type of glass used needs to be considered because SNI 8210:2018 covers laminated safety glass and tempered safety glass. The standard also provides specific requirements concerning the use of tempered safety glass as a windshield, namely for vehicles with speeds below 40 kilometers per hour.
Therefore, companies manufacturing, importing, or distributing windshields need to first identify the type, construction, specifications, and application of the glass before determining the certification process.
SNI 8210:2018 for Vehicle Windshields
SNI 8210:2018 is the standard specifically titled Safety Glass for Motor Vehicles and is currently valid. The standard covers laminated safety glass and tempered safety glass used as windshields, panel glass, or partitions in vehicles within the specified categories.
For vehicle windshields, glass construction is one of the aspects that needs to be considered. Laminated safety glass generally uses layers of glass joined with an interlayer material, providing specific safety characteristics.
Meanwhile, tempered safety glass has different characteristics, and its use as a windshield is limited according to the requirements of the standard. Therefore, a company cannot determine the certification scope based only on the product name “windshield” but needs to consider its actual technical characteristics and application.
SNI Windshield Scope
The scope of SNI 8210:2018 covers safety glass for motor vehicles in categories L, M, N, O, and T. The glass may be used as a windshield, panel glass, or partition according to the requirements of the standard.
For passenger car windshields, the generally relevant vehicle category is M. However, the vehicle classification still needs to be determined based on the applicable vehicle classification requirements.
SNI 8210:2018 also does not cover special bullet-resistant glass and double glazing. Therefore, product identification is an important stage before a company applies for certification.
Why Must Windshields Comply with SNI?
Windshields have a function directly related to driver and passenger safety. Glass quality may affect driver visibility and the characteristics of the glass when an impact or damage occurs.
Mandatory SNI implementation is intended to provide assurance regarding human security, health, and safety while supporting improvements in the quality and competitiveness of the motor vehicle safety glass industry.
Through certification, companies can demonstrate that their products have undergone a conformity assessment process based on the applicable standard. For imported products, SNI compliance is also important before products are distributed in Indonesia when they fall within the scope of mandatory SNI implementation.
SNI Windshield Regulations in Indonesia
The mandatory implementation of SNI for motor vehicle safety glass is currently regulated through Minister of Industry Regulation No. 15 of 2025 concerning the Mandatory Implementation of Indonesian National Standards for Safety Glass for Motor Vehicles. The regulation replaces the previous provisions concerning mandatory SNI implementation for glass.
Under the regulation, SNI 8210:2018 is mandatory for safety glass for motor vehicles. The provision covers domestically manufactured products and imported products distributed within Indonesia.
The regulation also lists several tariff or HS Code classifications associated with safety glass, namely 7007.11.10, 7007.21.10, and 8708.22.10.
SNI Windshield Certification Requirements
Companies applying for windshield certification need to prepare administrative and technical documents related to the company, product, and production facilities.
Documents generally required include:
- Company legality documents.
- Company and production facility profile.
- Windshield brand and type information.
- Product technical specifications.
- Engineering drawings.
- Raw material information.
- Production process flowchart.
- Quality control procedures.
- Production machinery and facility data.
- Inspection and testing equipment data.
- Measuring equipment calibration records where relevant.
- Production and quality control records.
These documents must describe the actual product and production facility conditions so they can be used as the basis for the conformity assessment process.
How to Obtain SNI Windshield Indonesia Certification
Product Identification
The first stage is to identify the windshield to be certified. The company needs to provide information regarding glass type, construction, dimensions, thickness, shape, brand, type, and the vehicles in which the product is used.
This identification is important to ensure that the product falls within the scope of SNI 8210:2018 and to determine the certification scope accurately.
Document Preparation
After the product has been identified, the company prepares administrative and technical documents. The information in the documents must be consistent with the product sample and production facility conditions.
For imported products, information regarding the overseas manufacturer, production facility, and parties responsible for the certification process also needs to be prepared according to applicable requirements.
Certification Application
The certification application is submitted to a Product Certification Body (LSPro) with a scope appropriate for the product. Under Minister of Industry Regulation No. 15 of 2025, the certification scheme for safety glass uses a type 5 certification system. The stages include initial certification, surveillance, and recertification.
Companies need to ensure that documents and product information are complete before the assessment process is conducted.
Laboratory Testing
Windshield samples are tested based on the requirements of SNI 8210:2018. Testing aims to ensure that product characteristics meet the specified technical requirements.
The types of testing depend on the glass type and product scope submitted. The samples used must represent the products that will be manufactured and marketed.
Factory Audit
A factory audit is conducted to ensure that the manufacturer has the capability to produce windshields consistently according to the standard requirements.
The audit may include examination of raw materials, production processes, production machinery and facilities, process control, product inspection, testing equipment, traceability, and quality control.
Evaluation and Certificate Issuance
Test and audit results are then evaluated by the LSPro. If all requirements are fulfilled, the process may proceed to the certification decision and certificate issuance according to applicable requirements.
SNI Windshield Testing
Testing is an important part of the windshield certification process. Testing is conducted on representative samples using parameters established in SNI 8210:2018.
Companies need to ensure that samples have the same specifications as products that will be routinely manufactured. Differences in materials, construction, dimensions, or design may affect the certification scope.
The testing laboratory used must also have appropriate competence and scope for the certification requirements.
SNI Windshield Factory Audit
A factory audit aims to ensure that the production process can consistently produce windshields with the required quality.
Several aspects that may be assessed include:
- Raw material control.
- Production process.
- Production machinery and equipment.
- Process control.
- Product inspection.
- Testing equipment.
- Measuring equipment calibration.
- Nonconforming product control.
- Product traceability.
- Quality control records.
Production facility conditions must correspond to the documents and product scope submitted during certification.
SNI Windshield for Imported Products
Companies importing windshields need to first determine whether the products fall within the scope of mandatory SNI implementation. Minister of Industry Regulation No. 15 of 2025 expressly covers safety glass manufactured domestically and imported products distributed in Indonesia.
Overseas manufacturers need to prepare technical information and production facility data for the assessment process. Importers or related parties must also ensure that products entering Indonesia correspond to the products assessed during certification.
Consistency of the brand, type, construction, specifications, and product characteristics is important to ensure that marketed products remain within the certification scope.
Cost of SNI Windshield Certification
SNI windshield certification costs may vary between companies. Factors affecting costs include glass type, number of types or variants, number of samples, laboratory testing, factory location, and audit or assessment activities.
In addition to certification costs, companies also need to consider testing, sampling, surveillance, and travel expenses if the production facility is located outside Indonesia.
To obtain a more accurate cost estimate, companies need to provide information regarding windshield type, number of types or variants, production location, and product certification scope.
How Long Does SNI Windshield Certification Take?
The certification process may vary depending on company readiness, product type, testing schedules, production facility readiness, and audit and evaluation results.
If nonconformities are identified during testing or auditing, the company needs to take corrective action before the certification process can continue.
Therefore, preparing documents, samples, production facilities, and quality control systems from the beginning can help the certification process run more effectively.
Things to Consider Before Applying for SNI Windshield
Before applying for certification, companies need to ensure that:
- The windshield type has been identified.
- Construction and technical specifications are available.
- The product corresponds to the scope of SNI 8210:2018.
- The product brand and type have been determined.
- Samples represent the products to be marketed.
- Production documents have been prepared.
- Production facilities are ready for audit.
- Inspection and testing equipment is available.
- Quality control systems have been implemented.
- The manufacturer or importer understands the certification stages.
These preparations help companies conduct the SNI windshield certification process in a more structured manner and in accordance with applicable requirements.
Contact Us
Biruni Consulting helps companies with SNI windshield certification professionally and in accordance with applicable regulations in Indonesia.
Our services include
- Consultation on SNI windshield regulations.
- Identification of applicable standards.
- Certification document preparation.
- Laboratory testing assistance.
- Factory audit preparation and assistance.
- Certification evaluation process 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 standard requirements so that they are ready for legal distribution in Indonesia.
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