How to Check a Medical Device's AKD Distribution Permit Online

Printing an AKD number on the packaging isn't enough to prove a medical device is genuinely registered. The number can be a typo, no longer match the product, be reused for a different variant, or even be printed with no real connection to the item being sold. Because of that, consumers and business buyers need to check the data directly against the Ministry of Health's official system.

Checking a medical device's AKD permit online can be done through e-Info Alkes dan PKRT. That platform shows the distribution permit number, product name, type, registrant, manufacturer, and the recorded NIE status. The check doesn't stop once a number turns up. The search result needs to be compared point by point against the packaging and the item's documentation. This guide covers the search steps, how to read the results, what to do when data doesn't show up, and how to keep verification evidence for procurement needs.

Before You Check an AKD Number

Before opening the Ministry of Health's site, have the product or a clear packaging photo ready. Don't rely solely on a number a seller sends over chat, since buyers need to match the product's full identity.

Data worth preparing:

• distribution permit number;
• product name;
• brand;
• type or model;
• size;
• manufacturer name;
• registrant name;
• front and back packaging photos;
• batch number;
• expiration date.

A domestic medical device's distribution permit number uses the AKD prefix, while an imported product uses the AKL prefix. The FAQ from the Directorate General of Pharmacy and Medical Devices states that a distribution permit number consists of 11 digits after the prefix code. That's covered in the official Ditjen Farmalkes FAQ.

"Finding the number doesn't mean the check is done. Data only becomes convincing once the product name, type, manufacturer, registrant, and status all match the item in your hands." — Fit-U Team

Step 1: Open the Official e-Info Alkes Site

Go to the Ministry of Health's e-Info Alkes dan PKRT. This platform is an official service that lets the public, healthcare workers, and businesses access data on products, manufacturers, distributors, and distribution permit status.

On the main page, choose the menu or button for checking a permit. The direct search page can also be opened through e-Info Alkes's search feature.

Make sure you're on the correct domain

Pay attention to the site's address. The official domain is:

infoalkes.kemkes.go.id

Avoid entering data into, or trusting results from, a site that:

• uses a similar-looking domain that isn't `kemkes.go.id`;
• asks for payment to run a search;
• doesn't show its data source;
• only provides a certificate image;
• shows a result with no permit status;
• redirects users to a seller's account.

A third-party site can be used as an additional reference, but the primary decision needs to rely on the official source.

Step 2: Choose Your Search Basis

The search page offers a choice of search fields. The layout can change as the system is updated, but the underlying search principle stays the same.

Follow this order for more accurate results.

Search by distribution permit number

The permit number is the most specific option. Type it exactly as printed on the packaging.

To avoid a failed search:

• avoid extra spaces;
• check for the digit 0 versus the letter O;
• check for the digit 1 versus the letter I;
• don't enter the batch number instead;
• don't enter the barcode instead;
• copy the number in full;
• try with and without the prefix if the field requires a specific format.

Search by product name

If the number doesn't turn up anything, use the product name. Start with the most distinctive word rather than the entire long phrase on the packaging.

Example searches:

• medical mask;
• disposable face mask;
• KN95;
• alcohol swab;
• examination gloves;
• hair cap.

Results by product name can be numerous. Use the brand, type, or manufacturer to narrow the check down.

Search by manufacturer or registrant

Searching by company is useful when a buyer wants to see several products registered under a specific manufacturer or registrant's name.

That said, the existence of one product from that company doesn't mean every product under the same brand already has a permit. Each item still needs to be matched against its own specific data.

Step 3: Read the Search Result Correctly

An e-Info Alkes result page can display fields such as:

• Distribution Permit Number;
• Product Name;
• Type;
• Description;
• Registrant;
• Manufacturer;
• NIE Status.

Each field answers a different question.

Distribution permit number

The number on the system needs to match the packaging exactly. Even a one-digit difference needs to be clarified.

Don't assume a nearly matching number is still acceptable. A different number can refer to a different product or registration entirely.

Product name

The product name needs a clear connection to the item. Small differences in wording style can happen, but the product type itself shouldn't change.

Examples of a serious mismatch:

• KN95 mask packaging, but the search result shows an earloop mask;
• alcohol swab packaging, but the search result shows gauze;
• nitrile glove packaging, but the search result shows latex;
• a children's mask using an adult mask's number with no clear type coverage.

Type or model

Type is a field that often gets overlooked. A single brand can carry products that differ in shape, size, color, layer count, or intended user.

Buyers need to confirm the type in the search result actually covers the item being checked.

Registrant

The registrant is the party that registered or holds the distribution permit under the system. The registrant's name isn't always the same as the trademark visible on the front of the packaging.

Check whether that name makes sense and is consistent with the distributor or company information on the label.

Manufacturer

The manufacturer shows who produced the medical device. The name in the database needs to be compared against the factory information on the packaging or the supplier's documentation.

NIE status

NIE means Distribution Permit Number (Nomor Izin Edar). The status in the search result needs to be checked to confirm the data isn't just something that was once registered, but is still in a condition acceptable for a transaction.

Since status can change, a repeat purchase should come with a fresh check.

Step 4: Match the Data Against the Packaging

Use this simple working table.

This check matters because a genuine number can be misused on a different product. Finding the number in the database doesn't yet prove the physical item in your hands actually came from that registration.

Step 5: Keep a Record of Your Verification

For a personal purchase, a screenshot of the result can help if a problem comes up. For clinics, pharmacies, resellers, or companies, verification should be kept in a more structured way.

Documents worth keeping:

• a screenshot of the search result;
• the date of the check;
• the page URL;
• a packaging photo;
• the batch number;
• the invoice;
• a technical data sheet;
• a copy of the distribution permit from the supplier;
• relevant test results;
• the name of the person who ran the check.

Use a file name that's easy to search, for example:

`2026-07-28_AKD_Earloop-Mask_Fit-U_Verification.pdf`

This record helps during an audit, goods receiving, vendor evaluation, or handling a complaint.

What to Do If an AKD Number Isn't Found

A number that doesn't turn up doesn't always mean the product is counterfeit. The issue can come from search formatting, a system layout change, or a misread on the packaging.

Take the following steps.

Recheck the number

Compare every digit. A blurry photo often causes numbers to be misread.

Search by product name

Use a few variations of the name, including English terms and generic names.

Search by manufacturer

Check whether the product shows up on the list for that specific company.

Check the AKD or AKL category

An imported product should use AKL, not AKD. Make sure the buyer isn't searching under the wrong category.

The domestic product list is available on the Domestic Medical Device Distribution Permit List page, while imported products are on the Foreign Medical Device Distribution Permit List.

Request documentation from the supplier

Ask the supplier to provide:

• a complete copy of the distribution permit;
• the registered product name;
• the number and type;
• the manufacturer's name;
• an explanation for any data discrepancy;
• proof the variant is covered under the permit.

Don't accept "all our products are already Kemenkes-approved" as an answer with no specific data behind it.

Pause the transaction if things aren't clear

For B2B purchases, quarantine the sample or hold vendor approval until the mismatch is resolved.

What to Do If the Number Is Found but the Data Differs

A mismatch needs to be separated into minor wording differences versus a genuine product-identity difference.

Differences that need clarification

For example:

• an abbreviated company name;
• an added trade name;
• a different type format;
• a changed address;
• brand-name spelling variation.

Differences that need to pause the purchase

For example:

• a different product type;
• a different manufacturer;
• a different brand;
• the type doesn't cover the item;
• AKD is used on an imported item where it doesn't fit;
• the number is registered to a different product;
• the permit status is problematic.

Ask the supplier for written clarification, not just an explanation over the phone.

Red Flags When Checking a Distribution Permit

Watch out for:

• the seller doesn't show a photo of the permit number;
• there's only "Kemenkes RI" printed with no number;
• the number can't be found;
• the search result points to a different product;
• one number is used across many different product types;
• the label is covered by a new sticker;
• the packaging looks reprinted;
• the manufacturer and registrant can't be explained;
• the seller refuses to send a photo of the back of the box;
• a database screenshot is cropped so the product identity isn't visible;
• a certification claim comes only from a marketplace listing;
• the price is far below market with no documentation.

A red flag isn't a final verdict, but it's a strong reason to run an additional check.

How to Verify a Fit-U Product

For Fit-U products, the registration number needs to be checked on each specific package, since every type can carry a different permit identity.

Pages worth using as an initial reference:

• Fit-U KF94 mask;
• Fit-U KN95 mask;
• Fit-U earloop medical mask;
• Fit-U duckbill mask;
• Fit-U hairnet;
• Fit-U alcohol swabs;
• Fit-U hand gloves.

To understand what a registration number is for before running a check, read why an AKD distribution permit matters before buying a medical mask.

AKD-Checking Checklist for Procurement

Use the following checklist before approving a purchase:

• The number is read directly from the packaging.
• The search is run through the Ministry of Health's official domain.
• The number is found.
• The product name matches.
• The type or model matches.
• The brand isn't contradictory.
• The manufacturer matches.
• The registrant is traceable.
• The NIE status has been checked.
• A packaging photo is kept on file.
• The batch number is recorded.
• The date of the check is recorded.
• Supplier documentation is available.
• The received product is re-checked.
• A change in packaging or number is evaluated.

FAQ About Checking AKD Online

Where can I check a Ministry of Health distribution permit?

Use the official e-Info Alkes dan PKRT site at the infoalkes.kemkes.go.id domain.

Does an AKD number showing up mean the product is definitely genuine?

Not necessarily. The number needs to be matched against the product name, type, manufacturer, registrant, status, and the physical item.

Why can't an AKD number be found?

The cause can be a typo, a search-format issue, the wrong AKD/AKL category, or the product genuinely isn't registered under that number.

Is it enough to check one brand once?

No. Every type or variant needs to be verified since each can carry a different number and registration data.

How often should a company recheck?

Recheck during vendor onboarding, when buying a new product, after a packaging change, periodically for repeat purchases, and whenever there's information about a status change.

Conclusion

Checking a medical device's AKD permit online is a simple process that can prevent a costly purchasing mistake. It isn't just about typing a number into a search field — it's about matching the product's identity, type, manufacturer, registrant, and status against the packaging received.

For consumers, this check gives a stronger basis than a seller's claim. For procurement, the search result can serve as evidence for vendor approval, goods-receiving control, and audit documentation. If the data differs or nothing turns up, the transaction should be paused until the supplier provides clarification that can be verified.

To request a registration number, product documentation, samples, or a quote on Fit-U products that can be checked through the Ministry of Health's system, contact the Fit-U team over WhatsApp.