The Benefits of IFS Certification: Enhancing Quality and Trust in Your Product
What is IFS?
IFS stands for "International Featured Standards" and encompasses a series of standards in the food sector. These standards ensure that processes related to food quality and safety are consistently implemented and documented.
Overview of Certification
Companies that process, manufacture, transport, store, or package food can obtain IFS certification. This also includes manufacturers of packaging materials for food. As a result, consumers can trust the quality and safety of food products in supermarkets or the food service industry.
Background and Development
IFS Food was introduced in 2003, and the standards have been regularly updated and expanded since then. The goal is to ensure safe, authentic, and legal food for consumers.
Key Aspects of IFS Certification
- Procurement and Raw Material Control: Only inspected raw materials may be used.
- Hygiene Measures: Strict adherence to hygiene standards is mandatory.
- Cold Chain: The cold chain must always be maintained.
- Foreign Body Management: Measures to prevent foreign objects in food are extremely important and foundational.
Regular Inspections
A single successful IFS certification is not sufficient. There are regular audits to verify compliance with IFS standards.
Benefits for Everyone
High food safety and quality benefit everyone: there are fewer recalls and complaints, and processes are continuously optimized. Your daily work thus contributes to the ongoing improvement of the food safety culture.
