Food safety (GFSI)

IFS Food

Voluntary (commonly requested)

Official source

About this certificate

Type

Private scheme (GFSI-benchmarked or other)

Issued by

IFS Management GmbH

Recognised bodies

IFS-approved CBs, accredited (ISO/IEC 17065)

Product scope

Food processing and packing of loose products

Typical validity

12 months; annual audit, at least every third unannounced

Key data on the certificate

Certificate no.; COID; CB & AB; site; scope (product & technology scopes); version (IFS Food 8); level (higher/foundation) & score %; audit date; validity

Key markets that require it

• European Union (Bloc) — Commonly requested: German/French/Italian retail Source for European Union

Markets named in the catalogue

Germany, France, Italy & wider EU retail; also global exporters

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Screening guidance based on published standards — not legal clearance. Requirements marked "needs verification" are directional hints; confirm with the destination regulator or a licensed advisor before shipping.