Is Hemp Legal in Indonesia?

Hemp is illegal in Indonesia and not legally distinguished from cannabis under Law No. 35 of 2009. All Cannabis sativa varieties are classified as Group I narcotics regardless of THC content, with no statutory hemp threshold or industrial-use exemption. The Ministry of Agriculture does not issue hemp cultivation licences, and there is no commercial or research hemp programme.

Hemp seed, hemp protein, and hemp-derived consumer products imported from Europe, North America, or other Asian markets are routinely intercepted at customs. The Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM) has not authorised hemp seed as a food ingredient, and shipments containing hemp-derived ingredients face seizure. Hemp textile products without viable seeds or cannabinoid content may sometimes clear customs, but the regulatory status remains uncertain.

This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Verify current law with qualified counsel before making compliance decisions.