BRCGS Certification for Agents & Brokers

Agents and Brokers (non-manufacturing traders) who buy, sell, or facilitate the trade of products provide a critical link in the movement and trade of products. They influence supplier product safety and quality standards and are responsible for maintaining an effective chain of traceability.
Certification Approximate Duration: 1.5 Days
BRCGS Certification for Agents & Brokers

BRCGS Certification for Agents & Brokers

Agents and Brokers (non-manufacturing traders) who buy, sell, or facilitate the trade of products provide a critical link in the movement and trade of products. They influence supplier product safety and quality standards and are responsible for maintaining an effective chain of traceability.
Certification Approximate Duration: 1.5 Days

The BRC Global Standard for Agents and Brokers has been developed to provide a framework for managing product safety, quality, and legality for these non-manufacturing businesses in the food and packaging industries.

This certification is invaluable for:

  • Brokers: Companies that purchase or “take title to” products for resale to manufacturers, other brokers, retailers, or food service companies, but not directly to the consumer.
  • Agents or nonmanufacturing service providers: Companies that trade between a manufacturer or broker and their customers, but do not own or take title to the goods.
  • Importers/Exporters: Companies that facilitate the movement of products across national boundaries, satisfying legal and customs requirements. Importers and exporters also may be agents and/or brokers.

This internationally recognized certification encourages best practices within the distribution chain, ensuring that food safety is maintained. These audits generally require 1.5 days on-site, with an additional half day devoted to writing the report and managing the corrective action process.

Certification is provided by AIB International Certification Services, a wholly owned subsidiary and separate company. Use of AIB International’s consulting and training services does not influence certification outcome.

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