Halal Products of Indonesia in ASEAN Economic Community: Brand Prospects & Competitiveness
Halal Products of Indonesia in ASEAN Economic Community: Brand Prospects & Competitiveness
Halal Products of Indonesia in ASEAN Economic Community: Brand Prospects & Competitiveness
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Abstract. The current study aims to analyze strategy in developing Islamic business in Indonesia. As part of the effort
to develop halal Industry in Indonesia amidst rising competition within ASEAN economic community. Using time
series data during the last ten years, It will be compared with five competitors ASEAN countries that are also
producing and export halal products. The paper examines data of six potential products traded in the international
markets that are highly recommended as halal products. The paper finds that competitiveness pharmaceutical products
are high. Average revealed comparative advantage (RCA) on 4 and in 2014 more than 6. Animal, vegetable fats, and
oils, cleavage products, etc have higher competitiveness level and have good prospects in the future. Average revealed
comparative advantage (RCA) on 3. Therefore required several strategies, Indonesia with a large pool of resources,
the largest number of the Muslim population, has the advantage to make halal products as a leading marketing strategy
and develop a distinctive halal brand to serve the ASEAN market.
production, the standard of Halal certification, ability to et.al. [9]. Other researchers on the competitiveness of
compete, positioning and product development, as well as products are by Ragimun [10], Rifin [11], Shahzad [12], and
the level of demand for Indonesian products in destination on brand development and product design by Reguia [13],
countries. Besides, a recent study indicates that the attitude Ireland [14], Borzooei [15] and many others. However, these
towards Halal products is still behind that of Western brands. It researchers do not explain how to measure competitiveness,
also appears that if a Western brand falls into a category that the future prospects and potential of halal products in terms of
local brands can compete with, soon after the permissibility of measurement and kind of products. Furthermore, these
these Western brands will be questioned by its competitors, researchers are not particularly talking about halal products in
forcing them to search for a leverage to defend its position in Indonesia.
the Muslim markets Mukhtar and Butt [5]. With abundant resources that it owns, Indonesia will be able
Indonesia has a variety of halal products, especially due to to improve its ability and competitiveness in exploring the
its ethnic and cultural diversity that gave birth to a variety of potential of halal products. Thus, this paper will be a focus on
local products with unique characteristics. Among such strategy to build and develop an Indonesian brand of halal
products are local snacks, food, restaurant, batik, souvenirs, products by measuring six potential products for the
handicrafts, pharmaceutical products, and many others. Local international trade. Therefore, this research aims to contribute
products are also rich in designs, appearances, models, and to continuous improvement in the competitiveness of
patterns that put them at a high level among other similar Indonesian products to seize halal market opportunities and
products in South East Asia. become a leading brand in ASEAN.
The position of Indonesia as one of the key country in halal
products world trade has a big opportunity. It has experienced, B. METHODOLOGY
great Moslem population and variation of products. There are The data used in this research is secondary data consists of
five halal principles that should be fulfilled, based on Islamic time series data (time series) with the annual ten-year period of
value Tieman and Ghazali [6], as follows: First, physically and the year 2005 to 2014 for potential products that can be made
by content, the product should fulfill the halal requirement. advantage products of Indonesia. The type of data acquired
Secondly, the leaders of the company should consistent to the includes a data volume of export value. Secondary data used in
commitment for applying halal standards internally. Third, the this study comes ASEAN Statistics and International Trade
company should earn halal assurance on its production process Center (ITC), Ministry of Commerce and of the study of
that could be represented by the attainment of halal certification literature sourced from books and other literature in the library,
(in Indonesia, MUI’s halal certification could be used as a which is accessible by 2016.
reference). Fourth, yielded product has to meet specific
Analysis Methods Processed Data
qualification standard and safety, in Islamic term it called as
Revealed Comparative Advantage
toyyib, and fifth is all that related to financial aspect (pricing).
One of showing the indicators of changes in comparative
Pricing should free from riba, gharar (ambiguity), and maysir
advantage is a method of Revealed Comparative Advantage
(the drawing).
(RCA), RCA is an index used to measure the relative
Supporting halal products, the government has some
advantages and disadvantages of a particular commodity in a
regulation to motivate and keep the quality of products.
country which is reflected in the pattern of trade. This index
Government Bodies responsible for food controlling are
shows the ratio between the share of exports commodity or
Ministry of Agriculture for meat and animal based foods and
group of commodities to a country's export share of these
National Agency for Foods and Drugs Control (BPOM - Badan
commodities from around the world or in other words the RCA
Pengawas Obat dan Makanan) for food packaged product. In
index showed a comparative advantage or the export
Indonesia, protecting halal products by MUI (Majelis Ulama
competitiveness of a country in a commodity of the world. This
Indonesia / The Indonesian Council of Ulama) based on an
concept was first introduced by Ballasa in 1965, which
assessment done by LPPOM MUI (Lembaga Pengkajian Pangan,
considers that the comparative advantages of a country or can
Obat dan Kosmetika Majelis Ulama Indonesia – The
be seen reflected in its exports.
Assessment Institute for Foods, Drugs, and Cosmetics The
Systematically, RCA Index is as follows :
Indonesian Council of Ulama). The halal certification indicates that
the manufacturer of halal products complies with all procedures
𝑋𝑖𝑎/𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑋𝑎
and requirements mandated by the authorized body. It is proven (1)
𝑋𝑖𝑤/ 𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑋𝑤
that halal certification not only symbolizes the Islamic religion
but is also a suitable and practical standard system for all The export kind of products from Indonesia (Xia) will be
nations and not limited to Muslim consumers. divided with total products that export by Indonesia (total Xa).
There have been some recent studies on halal products and Then, It will be compared with Export kind of commodity in the
its development. Among such studies is Othman et.al. [7], Afifi world (Xiw) divided with total export of world (Xw).
[3], Kamarulzaman et.al. [8], Nasir and Chiew [1], and Bin
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𝑦 = 𝑎 + 𝑏𝑥 (4)
1 2
Introduction Trade of Research II:Trade Data and Statistics, Artnet Trade Policy Analysis and Development Agency of Indonesia, see more in
Capacity Building Workshop and Trade Research on 22-25 March 2005 http://www.kemendag.go.id/addon/isp/
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Tabel 4. ISP 6 Potential Potential Halal Products of Indonesia products and Animal, vegetable fats and oils, cleavage products,
Tahun Dairy
Non- Pharmace Essential
Soups Animal
etc. while for other lawful potential products still have RCA
alcohol utical oil
below 1. The strategy for improving the production and product
2005 0.33 -0.99 0.18 -0.99 -0.96 0.97
2006 0.22 -0.99 0.24 -0.99 -0.98 0.97 development is needed in facing the global market, especially
2007 0.23 -0.99 0.32 -0.99 -0.98 0.98 in the ASEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY.
2008 0.36 -0.99 0.18 -0.99 -0.99 0.98
2009 0.26 -0.99 0.24 -0.99 -0.98 0.98 Strategy to Increase Competitiveness and Developing
2010 0.15 -0.99 0.26 -0.99 -0.98 0.98
2011 0.11 -0.99 0.27 -0.99 -0.97 0.98 Brand of Halal Products of Indonesia in AEC
2012 0.07 -0.99 0.36 -0.99 -0.98 0.98
2013 -0.03 -0.99 0.28 -0.99 -0.97 0.98
Halal is an important concept in the lives of Muslims. Halal
2014 0.10 -0.99 0.48 -0.99 -0.93 0.98 defines what Muslims can do and can not do, or consume. It’s a
shariah or religious requirement to protect Muslims to stay on
In analysis of Index specialization of product (ISP),
the right path. Likewise, shariah guidelines on halal production
Indonesia still as a big market share to any other products from
also promote sustainability, the concept of hygiene, sanitation,
other countries. Evidenced by the value of the average
and safety Mukhtar and Butt[5].
Indonesian still below 0 (zero). It is the duty of the toughest
In consumption, the concept of halal refers to the command
Indonesia in meeting domestic needs. Smaller domestic supply
from Allah SWT that mankind should consume products that
of domestic demand shows that Indonesia is a net importer of
have the features of halal and tayyib (Surah al-Baqarah 2:168;
today.
Surah al-Maidah 5:88; Surah al-Anfal 8:69; Surah an-Nahl
Tabel 5. ITC 6 Potential Potential Halal Products of Indonesia 16:114). It considers all of the physical and spiritual advantages
Tahun Dairy
Non- Pharmace Essenti
Soups Animal of the products to humankind. ‘Halalan tayyiban’ products can
alcohol utical al oil
2005 0.001 8.9 0.001 0.002 1.38 0.05 be interpreted as the products that are permissible (halal) to be
2006 0.002 0.001 0.002 0.002 6.40 0.06 consumed and beneficial (tayyib) to human body Bin et al[9].
2007 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.002 4.81 0.08
2008 0.001 0.002 0.002 0.002 4.75 0.11 It does not mean that the product must be halal and pure only.
2009 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.002 5.81 0.10 It also means that the product must be beneficial to the body and
2010 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.002 8.10 0.10
2011 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.002 1.10 0.10
does not cause any harm. Furthermore, what is beneficial for the
2012 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.003 6.61 0.11 body is also beneficial for the human’s mind and soul.
2013 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.003 1.63 0.10 According to Sazelin and Safiah[18], whatever products
2014 0.001 0.003 0.002 0.003 3.47 0.11
consumed must meet the criteria of halalan tayyiban which
Analysis Index of trade concentration (ITC) of Indonesia be encompass the holistic concept of quality including hygiene and
able to survive from disturbance economic from partner sanitary, safety, wholesome and the permissible by God.
countries of trade Indonesia. The rates of ITC Indonesia is Nonetheless, few things are strictly prohibited for all
under 0, except Soups, broths & preparations thereof product Muslims apart from exceptional circumstances, such as a
are highly susceptible to the economic conditions of the country serious threat to life. These include acts like indulging in
trading partners in ASEAN. Indonesia still has advantages and adultery, gambling, consuming liquor/pork, taking interest on
can survive from economic condition in another country, it will money, using the blood of animals and the meat of a dead
increase production and export the halal products potential of animal scarifies in the name of other than Allah Run et al[19].
Indonesia to the countries in ASEAN. Thus, products that are made of/or contain liquor, pork, blood of
Then, the last step to know the prospect of halal products of dead animal and services such as contemporary commercial
Indonesia for the next coming years will be used forecasting banking become Haram for most of the Muslims Hakim and
analysis. Jubari[20]. Furthermore, the complexity of human need in this
Tabel 6. Forecasting 6 Potential Halal Products of Indonesia century make people's difficult to attention about halal & haram.
Non- Pharmace Essenti It will be a good study to explore and explain the business.
Tahun Dairy Soups Animal
alcohol utical al oil Particularly in production and consumption.
2015 0,27 0,30 6,22 0,52 0,99 3,55
2016 0,30 0,31 6,50 0,51 0,97 3,60 Strategy to increase competitiveness halal products of
2017 0,32 0,31 6,78 0,51 0,95 3,65
2018 0,35 0,31 7,06 0,50 0,93 3,70
Indonesia be able to relate to national development program by
2019 0,37 0,32 7,34 0,49 0,91 3,75 government. The strategy developing halal products divided
2020 0,40 0,32 7,63 0,48 0,89 3,80
2021 0,42 0,32 7,91 0,47 0,87 3,85 become two categories, that is base on supply and demand. Base
2022 0,44 0,33 8,19 0,47 0,85 3,90 on Supply, the production of factors such us developing raw
2023 0,47 0,33 8,47 0,46 0,83 3,95
2024 0,49 0,34 8,70 0,45 0,81 4,00 materials, human resources, investment and facility for capital
will be increase. In other hand, partnership, research, and
Base on forecasting above show that’s halal products
SME’s become continuity factors of halal products as a solution
potential of Indonesia still dominated by Pharmaceutical
to improve variety of halal products of Indonesia. According to
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Law No. 20 of 2008, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is international markets and not affected by the economic shocks
a productive economic enterprise that stand-alone, conducted from another country.
by an individual or business entity that is not a subsidiary or This research needs intensive study to create a strategy to
branch office that is not owned, controlled, or be a part either improve the competitiveness of halal products from Indonesia
directly or indirectly from medium or large businesses that meet in the future. Data availability of halal products of Indonesia as
the criteria for Small Business as defined in the Act No.20 of analytical tool is one of important things for measuring the
2008. 27 SME’s has an important role in supporting the ability of Indonesia to revealed and strength with global trade.
advancement of the Indonesian economy. The roles of SME’s Hopefully, with this limitation, this research will encourage
are 1) Having a position as a major player in various sectors of another researcher to conduct intensive research on halal
the economy of the country 2) reduce unemploymet by products from Indonesia to seize opportunities in the trade of
providing a large job oppurtunities 3) play an important role in International Halal products.
empowering communities and developing local economic
activities, 4) as a source of innovation, so that new market can ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
be formed, 5) help keep the balance of payments to carry out Author would like to thanks to Riau University and all
export activities of society so that the country's main problems, lecturer for their moral and material for this research . All of
especially poverty, can be reduced Tedjasuksmana[21]. partners in economic faculty University of Riau who has
Base on demand, the ability to diversify the products and provided a lot of support and giving spirit, Ms. Lapeti Sari as a
market expansion become important. It can be made through motivate lecturer and Mr. Luqyan Tammani who always
exhibition, promotion, expo, and etc. Furthermore, efficiency support us.
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