ISO 22000
Food safety management system certification for manufacturers, processors, and supply chain operators.
ISO 22000:2018 is the international standard for Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS), combining HACCP principles with prerequisite programmes and interactive communication across the food chain. Certification demonstrates that your organisation identifies and controls food safety hazards from raw material receipt through processing, storage, and distribution. ISO 22000 is increasingly required by retailers (Reliance, Big Bazaar, DMart), export buyers, and institutional procurement teams as a baseline food safety credential. Certification is conducted by accredited certification bodies (Bureau Veritas, TUV, SGS, Intertek) through stage 1 documentation audit and stage 2 on-site audit. Complianceer prepares your FSMS documentation, conducts gap analysis, coordinates internal audit, and manages certification body engagement through surveillance audits.
At a glance
- Timeline: 60–90 days (includes 3-month implementation period)
- Government fee: Not applicable (private certification body fees apply)
- Professional fee: Starting from ₹49,999
Who needs this
- Food manufacturers seeking retail and modern trade listings
- Processors exporting to markets requiring ISO 22000 (Middle East, EU, Southeast Asia)
- Ingredient suppliers to large food brands requiring vendor certification
- Cloud kitchen aggregators and central kitchens supplying multiple outlets
- Businesses upgrading from basic FSSAI compliance to internationally recognised FSMS
Benefits
- Internationally recognised food safety credential accepted by global buyers
- Systematic hazard identification and control reduces contamination risk
- Competitive advantage in B2B tenders and retail vendor qualification
- Foundation for FSSC 22000 and GFSI-benchmarked certifications
- Improved operational efficiency through documented processes and traceability
Eligibility
- Valid FSSAI State or Central licence for food manufacturing/processing activities
- Documented FSMS implemented and operational for minimum 3 months before certification audit
- HACCP team trained and internal audit conducted before stage 2 audit
- Premises must comply with FSSAI Schedule 4 hygiene requirements
Documents
- Food Safety Policy and FSMS Manual
- HACCP plan with hazard analysis and CCP monitoring records
- Prerequisite programme (PRP) documentation (hygiene, pest control, maintenance)
- Process flow diagrams for all product lines
- Internal audit reports and management review minutes
- Training records for food handlers and HACCP team
- Supplier approval and raw material specifications
- Corrective action records and traceability/mock recall exercises
FAQs
ISO 22000 vs FSSAI: do I need both?
Yes. FSSAI licence is legally mandatory in India. ISO 22000 is voluntary but commercially essential for retail listing, export, and B2B supply to certified buyers.
How long does ISO 22000 certification take?
Typically 60–90 days from start including 3-month FSMS implementation, internal audit, and certification body stage 1 and stage 2 audits.
Which certification body should I choose?
Choose NABCB-accredited certification bodies (Bureau Veritas, TUV, SGS, Intertek, DNV). Accredited certificates are recognised globally; non-accredited certificates may not be accepted by buyers.