SQF Certification

We offer certification to the SQF Food Safety Codes, including Primary Animal or Plant Production, Animal Products, Aquaculture, Packaging, Dietary Supplements, Food, Pet Food and Animal Feed, Storage/ Distribution, and the SQF Quality Code.
Certification
SQF Certification

SQF Certification

We offer certification to the SQF Food Safety Codes, including Primary Animal or Plant Production, Animal Products, Aquaculture, Packaging, Dietary Supplements, Food, Pet Food and Animal Feed, Storage/ Distribution, and the SQF Quality Code.
Certification

We offer certification to the SQF Food Safety Codes, including:

  • Primary Animal or Plant Production
  • Animal Products
  • Aquaculture
  • Packaging
  • Dietary Supplements
  • Food
  • Pet Food and Animal Feed
  • Storage/ Distribution
  • SQF Quality Code

The SQF Food Safety Code(s) meet the needs of all suppliers in the food industry and are ideal for businesses supplying local and global food markets.

SQF Certification Process

This audit is now unannounced once every three years, promoting consistency across the supply chain and covering critical topics such as HACCP system, factory environment, process control, product food safety controls, and personnel practices.

  1. Pre-assessment
    An optional audit used to assess the level of compliance of the system against the SQF Code (and level).
  2. Certification
    Desktop review and facility audit to assess the effectiveness of a facility’s system against the requirements of the SQF Code. Certification is granted for a rating of E, G, or C (Excellent, Good, or Compliant) and is valid for 12 months.
  3. Recertification Audit
    Recertification verifies continued effectiveness of a facility’s system and reviews past performance over the period of the certification (12 months).
  4. Surveillance Audit
    These audits are required in the event of a C rating during certification or recertification audits and are conducted after six months.
  5. Unannounced Audit
    Certified SQF suppliers are required to have one unannounced audit within their three-year certification cycle. Select Site status is granted to sites that choose to have an unannounced audit every year.

Key Features

Comprehensive Food Safety and Quality Management

SQF Certification emphasizes food safety through its Food Safety Codes, covering critical aspects such as HACCP systems, factory environment, process controls, and product safety controls. This focus ensures your facility adheres to high standards, while still allowing you to maintain your own food quality system if desired.

Global Market Access and Supplier Trust

The certification meets the needs of suppliers across local and global food markets. Achieving SQF Certification showcases your commitment to excellence in food safety and quality, enhancing customer trust and facilitating access to international markets.

Flexibility and Integration

The SQF Quality Code, which is not scored or integrated into the food safety audit, can be added at any time without impacting your SQF Food Safety Certification status. This provides the flexibility to enhance your quality management practices while maintaining your certification.

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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