Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormIn-shell, raw (dry pods)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Market
In-shell raw peanuts in Indonesia are a domestically produced staple input for food processing and household consumption, but the market is also heavily supplemented by imports. Ministry of Agriculture statistics report national peanut production of 350,017 tons in 2023, with the largest producing provinces including East Java, DI Yogyakarta, Central Java, West Java, and West Nusa Tenggara. Trade data sources based on UN Comtrade show Indonesia as a major importer of HS 1202 groundnuts (not roasted/cooked). Aflatoxin compliance is a critical market-access constraint, with Indonesia’s quarantine authority publicly reporting rejection of peanut imports that exceeded national aflatoxin limits.
Market RoleNet importer with significant domestic production
Domestic RoleDomestic consumption and food-processing input; domestic supply supplemented by imports
Risks
Food Safety HighAflatoxin non-compliance is a deal-breaker risk for in-shell raw peanuts in Indonesia: Barantin publicly reported rejecting a 40-ton peanut import shipment in February 2026 after laboratory testing found total aflatoxin and aflatoxin B1 levels above the maximum limits referenced in national rules (Permentan No. 55/2016 as cited by Barantin).Implement strict post-harvest drying and dry storage, and use accredited pre-shipment mycotoxin testing (COA) aligned to Indonesia’s referenced limits before loading.
Regulatory Compliance MediumIndonesia’s import regime includes Prohibited and Restricted Goods (LARTAS) controls and evolving documentation/licensing expectations routed through INSW; misclassification or missing permits/documents can cause clearance delays, holds, or rejection.Validate HS code, LARTAS status, and document checklist in INSW for the specific shipment; use an experienced local customs broker and align import filings to the latest requirements.
Logistics MediumSea-freight volatility and transit-time variability can affect landed cost and inventory continuity for imported in-shell peanuts, particularly for long-haul origins.Build safety stock, diversify origins where possible, and lock freight capacity/rates for peak seasons to reduce disruption risk.
FAQ
Which Indonesian provinces are the largest peanut producers?Ministry of Agriculture statistics for 2023 show East Java (Jawa Timur) as the largest producer (110,331 tons), followed by DI Yogyakarta (68,905 tons), Central Java (Jawa Tengah, 58,650 tons), West Java (Jawa Barat, 31,544 tons), and West Nusa Tenggara (Nusa Tenggara Barat, 26,539 tons).
What is the single biggest compliance risk for importing in-shell raw peanuts into Indonesia?Aflatoxin limits are the biggest deal-breaker: Indonesia’s quarantine authority (Barantin) reported rejecting peanut imports in February 2026 after lab results showed aflatoxin levels above the maximum thresholds referenced in national rules (including Permentan No. 55/2016, as cited by Barantin).
Which documents are commonly required for import clearance into Indonesia?Indonesia’s country commercial guidance lists core documents such as a commercial invoice, certificate of origin, bill of lading/airway bill, packing list, and insurance certificate, submitted electronically through INSW; for plant/plant-product consignments, a phytosanitary certificate is commonly required depending on the product’s regulatory treatment and end use.