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IFS Food Safety Certification

Comply with the requirements of the International Featured Standard (IFS) in food safety and quality in food manufacturing.

The International Featured Standard (IFS) is a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) benchmarked standard for manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, agents and brokers. IFS addresses food safety and management of product quality in:

  • Food and ingredient manufacturing
  • Food packaging manufacturing
  • Consumer products packaging
  • Storage, distribution, transportation and logistics
  • Pet food manufacturing

NSF Food Safety Certification, LLC is accredited to certify to the IFS. This standard includes requirements for senior management responsibility, quality and food safety management systems, resource management, production process, measurements, analysis, improvements and food defense. ANAB Accredited versions:

  • IFS Food, version 8
  • IFS Brokers, version 3.1
  • IFS Logistics, version 2.3

Get the Advantage of Certifying to IFS

Certification strengthens the supply chain and can help you:

  • Give your buyers added confidence that food has been produced, prepared and handled according to the most recognized standards
  • Demonstrate a commitment to quality processes and continual improvement
  • Strengthen your brand and get access to top retailers
  • Minimize risk and protect your reputation

Resources

How Your Cleaning Products Can Pass the Food Industry’s Trust Test
Product registrations not only demonstrate a commitment to food safety — They are the key to gaining greater acceptance by food/beverage processors and foodservice establishments.
Why the Demand for Registered Cleaning Products Is Rising in the Food Industry
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To avoid potential supply shortages of essential cleaning products, more and more food processors and restaurant operators are specifying products that meet their food safety requirements.
IFS Launches Version 3 of Its Logistics Standard
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IFS has rolled out version 3 of its Logistics standard, marking a significant step forward in the logistics and supply chain industry. The updated standard incorporates the latest market expectations and regulatory demands, ensuring relevance and precision.

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