What is FSSC 22000?
FSSC 22000 is a scheme-based certification programme built on ISO 22000, sector-specific prerequisite programmes and additional scheme requirements. Eligibility, category and scope are subject to scheme rules and the approved scope.
Who needs this certification?
Food and ingredient manufacturers
Relevant packaging manufacturers
Organizations eligible under scheme categories
Retail and export supply-chain suppliers
What can it add to the organization?
- Recognition across global food supply chains
- Defined requirements by category
- Additional food integrity and safety focus
- Scheme-governed certification and surveillance cycle
From application to certification decision
Information and records reviewed by the audit team
Details vary by organization scope, sector and sites, and commonly include:
- Confirm category, scope and eligibility
- ISO 22000 system and applicable PRPs
- Food defense and food fraud controls where applicable
- Documents and records required by the current scheme version
INSPECT is an assessment and certification body. It does not design, implement or maintain the management system it will assess. Any accreditation claim remains tied to the latest official approved scope.
Frequently asked questions about FSSC 22000
No. Activity, category and scope must be checked against scheme rules and approved certification scope.
FSSC 22000 adds sector PRPs, additional requirements and scheme governance to the ISO 22000 foundation.
Category and scope are shown according to scheme rules and the information permitted on the certificate or verification record.