BPOM emphasizes that developing probiotics from Indonesia's rich local microorganisms through research, regulation, and collaboration will boost safe, high quality food innovations. Head of BPOM Taruna Ikrar highlighted regulatory frameworks like BPOM Regulation Number 1 of 2022 and Number 17 of 2025 to guide innovation while protecting consumers. BPOM currently approves 16 microorganism species for processed foods, requiring rigorous scientific evaluation for safety and health claims. Companies like PT Yakult Indonesia Persada have secured probiotic claim approvals, partnering with BPOM to enhance public digestive health and make probiotics a regular part of daily life.Source: https://www.antaranews.com/berita/5684380/bpom-riset-regulasi-kembangkan-potensi-probiotik-untuk-inovasi-pangan (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Antara, 7 August 2026