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Deadline for conversion to ISO 22000: 2018 version until June 29, 2021

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The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) issued ISO 22000: 2018 to replace ISO 22000: 2005 on June 19, 2018. The Guidelines of the International Accreditation Forum – IAF: the deadline for businesses to transition to ISO 22000: 2018 version is June 29, 2021.

What is ISO 22000 certification?

The ISO 22000 system is the world’s most popular food safety management system standard for organizations and businesses in the food chain. Currently, enterprises that own an ISO 22000 certified management system will be more appreciated than many competitors. This certification is seen as a commitment in the control of hazards affecting food safety, ensuring safe and healthy food products for consumers.

ISO 22000: 2018 replaces ISO 22000: 2005 on June 19, 2018

For exporters, ISO 22000 certificate is also considered as a “passport” for food products that want to export to many foreign markets, especially fastidious markets such as the US and Europe. , Japan, Australia, … Importers and consumers in these markets are very interested in safe and quality products. Internationally recognized certification will make it easier for businesses to prove their product quality and more trust.

Why do businesses need to convert the ISO 22000: 2005 system to ISO 22000: 2018?

On June 19, 2018, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) issued the ISO 22000: 2018 version to replace ISO 22000: 2005 with many new points and new approaches, giving businesses better control. , Ensure food safety. Follow the guidance of the International Accreditation Forum – IAF (International Accreditation Forum). ISO 22000: 2005 certified organizations have 3 years (from the date the new version is issued) to transition to ISO 22000: 2018.

 

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