GMP
Good Manufacturing Practice certification for hygienic food production environments.
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certification verifies that your food manufacturing facility follows hygienic production practices, proper sanitation, personnel hygiene, equipment maintenance, and quality control procedures as prescribed under FSSAI Schedule 4 and international GMP guidelines. GMP is a prerequisite programme for HACCP and ISO 22000, and is independently certifiable for pharmaceutical-adjacent food products (nutraceuticals, health supplements) and export markets requiring GMP compliance. FSSAI mandates GMP compliance for all licensed manufacturing units under Schedule 4 Part I. Complianceer conducts GMP gap assessment, implements corrective measures, prepares documentation, and coordinates GMP certification audit.
At a glance
- Timeline: 30–60 days
- Government fee: Not applicable
- Professional fee: Starting from ₹29,999
Who needs this
- Food and nutraceutical manufacturers requiring GMP-certified facility status
- Exporters to markets requiring GMP certificate (Southeast Asia, Africa)
- Contract manufacturers seeking vendor qualification by brand owners
- Health supplement and ayurvedic food manufacturers
- Units preparing for HACCP or ISO 22000 certification (GMP as foundation)
Benefits
- Demonstrates hygienic manufacturing environment to buyers and regulators
- Prerequisite for HACCP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 certification pathways
- Required for nutraceutical and health supplement manufacturing credibility
- Reduces contamination risk through systematic hygiene and sanitation controls
- Supports FSSAI inspection readiness and Schedule 4 compliance
Eligibility
- Valid FSSAI manufacturing licence
- Manufacturing premises complying with FSSAI Schedule 4 Part I structural and hygiene requirements
- GMP procedures documented and implemented for minimum 2 months
- Personnel trained on GMP hygiene requirements
Documents
- GMP manual and standard operating procedures
- Facility layout with hygienic zoning (raw, processing, finished goods)
- Cleaning and sanitation schedules and records
- Personnel hygiene and health monitoring records
- Equipment calibration and maintenance logs
- Pest control programme and contractor records
- Water quality test reports and treatment records
- Waste disposal and environmental hygiene procedures
FAQs
Is GMP legally mandatory for food manufacturers in India?
FSSAI Schedule 4 mandates GMP-equivalent hygiene standards for all licensed manufacturing units. Independent GMP certification is voluntary but commercially valuable.
GMP vs cGMP: what is the difference?
cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) emphasises continuous improvement and current standards. In food context, GMP and cGMP are often used interchangeably.
Can GMP certification replace FSSAI licence?
No. GMP certification complements but does not replace mandatory FSSAI licence. Both serve different purposes: legal authorisation versus a quality credential.