Certification for management systems in the food and feed industry

With an FSSC 22000 certification, companies in the food and feed industry have the opportunity to have their food safety management system audited according to a standard recognized worldwide by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). The certificate confirms the high quality and safety of food and animal feed.

Management system approach based on ISO 22000

Continuous optimization of high standards

Reduced risks in production processes

Increased product safety and transparency

Beschreibung Standard/Regelwerk
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FSSC 22000: Product safety and quality in the food and feed industry

The FSSC 22000 standard was established by the Foundation FSSC 22000 from the Netherlands. It developed the certification together with well-known food manufacturers and traders in order to increase product safety and quality in the food and feed industry.

FSSC 22000 certification is now recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). The audits focus on management systems of companies in the food and feed industry. The entire value chain is taken into account, from production to trading of the finished products. The standard aims to continuously improve the quality and safety of food and feed products.

The FSSC 22000 standard is based on ISO 22000, the international standard for food safety management systems.

Key aspects of the FSSC 22000 include:

  • Design and implementation of safe products
  • Responsible management
  • Fight against food fraud with the help of a management system
  • Regular risk analyses (vulnerability assessment)
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For which companies is the FSSC 22000 certification suitable?

The standard takes into account quality and safety for the entire food and feed chain, from the production of raw materials to the sale of the finished product at retail. Accordingly, all companies that are part of the value chain can be certified.

In practice, companies from the following sectors can be certified according to FSSC 22000:

  • Agricultural businesses
  • Producers of food or feed
  • Manufacturers of packaging for food and feed products
  • Companies that package food and feed products
  • Transport and logistics service providers
  • Caterers
  • Retailers
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Can be combined with other audits and certifications

Companies that have already been certified to ISO 22000 can obtain FSSC 22000 certification with significantly less effort. The prerequisite is that the necessary technical and sector-specific requirements are met.

FSSC 22000 certification has similar content to IFS Food or BRCGS Food certification. Companies that have already been audited according to these standards can usually shorten the audit for the FSSC 22000 standard. At DQS you receive all audits for your food safety and quality certification from one source.

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Process

In the first step, you will discuss your company, your management system and the goals of certification with us. On this basis, you will promptly receive a detailed and transparent offer, tailored to your individual needs.

Especially for larger certification projects, a planning meeting is a valuable opportunity to get to know your auditor as well as to develop an individual audit program for all involved areas and sites.
A pre-audit also offers the opportunity to identify potential for improvement as well as strengths of your management system in advance. Both services are optional.

The certification audit starts with a system analysis (audit stage 1) and the evaluation of your documentation, objectives, results of your management review and internal audits. In doing so, we determine whether your management system is sufficiently developed and ready for certification.
In the next step (system audit stage 2), your auditor assesses the effectiveness of all management processes on site. In a final meeting, your auditor will provide you with a detailed presentation of the results and possible improvement potential for your company. If necessary, action plans will be agreed upon.

After the certification audit, the results are evaluated by the independent certification body of DQS. You will receive an audit report documenting the audit results. If all FSSC 22000 requirements are met, you will receive an internationally recognized certificate.

The certificate is valid for a maximum of three years. Recertification is carried out in good time before expiry to ensure continued compliance with the applicable standard requirements. Upon compliance, a new certificate is issued.

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How much does FSSC 22000 certification cost?

The cost of FSSC 22000 certification depends primarily on the size of the company. We will be happy to make you an individual offer for your company without obligation.

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Why should companies get certified by DQS according to FSSC 22000?

  • All food safety and quality audits from one source
  • Extensive industry knowledge and experience of the auditors
  • High customer and solution orientation for companies in the food and feed industry
  • Personal contact persons at over 80 locations worldwide
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Itsaree Sopasilapa Tel. 062 629 7117

We would be pleased to provide you with a customized offer for FSSC 22000 certification.