【SDPPI】Indonesia Revises SAR Regulations for Tablets and Wearables (KEPMEN No. 197 of 2026)

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The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (KOMDIGI, formerly KEMKOMINFO/SDPPI) has officially issued a new decree, KEPMEN No. 197 of 2026, regarding Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) limits for telecommunication devices. This latest regulation immediately replaces the previous KEPMEN No. 177 of 2024.

For manufacturers of mobile phones, tablets, and connected wearables targetting the Indonesian market, this update introduces key strategic flexibilities—particularly regarding tablet exemptions and laboratory declaration extensions.

⚠️Key Regulatory Updates

Extended Validity for SAR Laboratory Declaration Letters (SAR SUKET):

Valid until July 31, 2027


For products requiring SAR testing, manufacturers can still utilize a Laboratory Declaration Letter (SAR SUKET) to apply for SDPPI certification. You do not need to wait for the final, formal SAR test report to be issued, ensuring faster time-to-market.

New SAR Head-Position Testing Exemptions for Tablets

Major Relief for Non-Voice Tablets

Under the old framework, all tablet computers were subject to mandatory SAR testing for the head position. The new 2026 regulation revises this requirement based on the product’s intended use.

Are Your Tablets Exempted from Head-Position SAR Testing?


If your tablet is not designed for voice communication (e.g., it does not support traditional cellular voice calls) and its speaker is not intended to be used close to the human ear, it is now fully exempt from SAR head-position testing.

Documents Required to Claim Exemption: To legally bypass the head-position test during your SDPPI application, you must submit:

  1. A formal Declaration Letter stating the device is not designed for voice calls and the speaker is not for near-ear use.
  2. Technical Product Specifications supporting this claim, including clear internal photos showing the exact layout and positions of all internal hardware components.

Streamline Your Indonesia SDPPI Certification


Navigating Indonesia’s evolving testing landscape requires precise documentation to avoid costly delays. THE ONE is ready to review your tablet designs, draft the required declaration letters, and leverage the SAR SUKET pathway for your upcoming launches.

For further inquiries, please contact:
Email：Charles.liao@theonelab.co
Phone：(02)8601-2828