FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000)

FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000) is a food safety management standard recognized by GFSI, combining ISO 22000, PRPs (ISO 22002-x), and additional requirements such as food safety culture, food fraud management, and food defense. The latest version 6.0 (2023) strengthens allergen control and monitoring performance.

FSSC 22000 is suitable for food manufacturers, animal feed producers, packaging suppliers, and food service organizations. This standard helps achieve international compliance, ensures food safety, optimizes operational efficiency, and enhances global competitive positioning.

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FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000) is a food safety management standard recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). This standard combines the requirements of ISO 22000, the Prerequisite Programs (PRPs) according to ISO 22002-x, and the additional requirements of FSSC.

Latest Version: FSSC 22000 Version 6.0 (launched in 2023).

Key Updates in Version 6.0:

  • Strengthened requirements for food safety culture.

  • Updated regulations related to food fraud and food defense.

  • Integrated more detailed requirements for allergen control and quality management.

  • Enhanced requirements for monitoring and measuring food safety performance.

Core Structure:

  • ISO 22000: Food safety management system.

  • ISO 22002-x: Prerequisite Programs (PRPs) suitable for each industry.

  • Additional FSSC Requirements:

    • Food safety culture.

    • Prevention of food fraud and food defense.

    • Management of external services and new hazards.

Benefits of Implementation

International Compliance:

  • Recognized by GFSI, FSSC 22000 opens opportunities to access global markets.

Ensuring Food Safety:

  • Minimizes food safety risks across the entire supply chain.

Enhancing Customer Trust:

  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to food safety and quality.

Improving Operational Efficiency:

  • Optimizes production processes, reduces waste and incidents.

Promoting Food Safety Culture:

  • Builds a safety-focused culture throughout the organization.

Flexible Integration:

  • Can be integrated with other standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.

Superior Competitiveness:

  • Strengthens position within the food industry, meeting the requirements of major partners.

Applicable Scope

Food Manufacturers:

  • Processed food production, beverages, and food ingredients.

Suppliers of Ingredients and Packaging:

  • Food packaging, food additives, and food chemicals.

Businesses in the Supply Chain:

  • Food transportation, storage, and distribution services.

Animal Feed Manufacturers:

  • Feed for livestock, poultry, and seafood.

Other Food-Related Organizations:

  • Restaurants, hotels, and foodservice establishments.

Required Information

Organization Information:

  • Products, services, and scope of operations.

  • Existing production and storage processes.

Current Management System:

  • Documents related to ISO 22000 or HACCP (if available).

  • Current food safety control procedures.

Risk Information:

  • List of food safety hazards (physical, chemical, biological, allergenic).

  • Records of previous food safety incidents.

Supply Chain Information:

  • Suppliers of raw materials and services.

  • Supplier management processes and risk assessments within the supply chain.

Customer and Legal Requirements:

  • Specific requirements from customers or partners.

  • Legal regulations related to food safety that must be complied with.

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