Service Overview

Service OverviewFSSC 22000 Food Safety System

FSSC 22000 is a food safety management system scheme recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), widely accepted by international retailers and food manufacturers.

FSSC 22000 System Overview — System Overview: Focus Areas · Core Requirements · Certification Value · Applicable Entities

Why FSSC 22000 Matters

GFSI recognized, widely accepted by global retailers

International passport for food exports

Prerequisite for entering international chain supply chains

Building food safety culture in accordance with international standards

01Scheme Overview

Based on ISO 22000 + industry-specific prerequisite programmes (ISO/TS 22002 series) + FSSC additional requirements.

Full integration with ISO 22000
Industry prerequisite programme (PRP) requirements
FSSC additional requirements and audit requirements

02Certification Value

Meets access requirements of international retailers and premium channels, enhancing export and international customer trust.

Widely recognized by international retailers and customers
Meets access requirements for export and premium channels
Enhances food safety management level

03Applicable Entities

Primarily for food manufacturing enterprises and related industries.

Food manufacturing and processing enterprises
Food packaging and warehousing enterprises
Food enterprises supplying international channels

Standards

StandardsApplicable standards & specifications

FSSC 22000 v6Food Safety System Certification Scheme (GFSI Recognized)

ISO 22000:2018Food Safety Management System (Scheme Foundation)GB/T 22000

Industry Prerequisite ProgrammesISO/TS 22002 Series (Food Manufacturing/Packaging, etc.)

Who Needs It

Who Needs FSSC 22000?Organizations that benefit most

Export food production enterprisesFood suppliers in international supply chainsFood packaging material enterprisesFeed production enterprisesFood service and catering enterprisesManufacturers serving international retailers

Key Requirements

FSSC 22000 Key RequirementsConditions to be met before certification

Establish and operate an ISO 22000 system first (usually already in place)

Meet industry prerequisite programme requirements (e.g., ISO/TS 22002-1)

Establish a food safety culture management mechanism

Implement additional quality and environmental requirements (if applicable)

Possess export-related qualifications and product inspection capabilities

Process

Certification ProcessStandardized · Efficient · Traceable

1. Application Assessment→

2. Scheme Training→

3. Audit Implementation→

4. Certification Decision→

5. Certificate Issuance→

6. Ongoing Maintenance

FAQ

Frequently Asked QuestionsAbout FSSC 22000 Food Safety System

What is the difference between FSSC 22000 and ISO 22000?

ISO 22000 is an international standard, while FSSC 22000 is a certification scheme built on ISO 22000 (adding industry prerequisite programmes and additional requirements), recognized by GFSI and widely accepted by international retailers.

Is FSSC 22000 certification mandatory for food exports?

It depends on the target customer. European and international large retailers typically require GFSI-recognized schemes (FSSC 22000, BRCGS, etc.). We can assist with assessment and implementation.

How long does the certification process typically take?

With an existing ISO 22000 foundation, gap remediation and certification audit can usually be completed in 3-6 months; without a foundation, system development must be completed first.

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