# Indonesia plastic industry and waste regulation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-plastic-industry-and-waste-regulation
> Updated: 2026-10-24T06:38:07.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Indonesian government has introduced dual-track measures addressing both the production and waste management aspects of the plastic industry.

To support manufacturing competitiveness, the Ministry of Finance implemented a six-month zero percent import duty on specific plastic raw materials, including Polyethylene and Polypropylene. This incentive aims to mitigate rising global production costs for sectors such as packaging and agriculture.

Simultaneously, the Ministry of Environment is developing expanded Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. These rules seek to hold manufacturers accountable for product packaging to prevent waste from entering water bodies. This environmental initiative includes the reactivation of waste management facilities and the ‘Ecological Repentance’ movement, with enforcement ranging from warnings to criminal prosecution for companies failing to meet restoration obligations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Indonesia plans expanded producer responsibility for plastic waste

Indonesia is developing new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) rules to force manufacturers to manage plastic packaging and prevent water pollution, while strengthening legal enforcement against polluters.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-plans-expanded-producer-responsibility-for-plastic-waste

### 2026-10-14: Indonesia implements zero percent import duty on plastic raw materials

Indonesia has introduced a six-month zero percent import duty on specific plastic raw materials to combat rising global prices and support domestic manufacturing efficiency.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-implements-zero-percent-import-duty-on-plastic-raw-materials

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