The Certification Process for BRC Certified Cashew Processing Factories

The BRC (British Retail Consortium) Certified standard is a globally recognized food safety certification that enhances the credibility of cashew exporters and facilitates access to international markets. But what steps must a cashew processing factory go through to achieve BRC Certified status?

1. Initial Assessment and Documentation Preparation

Before applying for BRC Certified, a factory must conduct an internal assessment to determine its compliance with existing standards. This includes:

✅ Inspecting hygiene and food safety conditions.

✅ Evaluating quality control procedures.

✅ Identifying risks and implementing mitigation measures.

2. Implementing Necessary Requirements

A cashew processing facility must adjust and refine its processes to meet BRC Certified standards, which include:

🔹 Establishing a HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) system to manage food safety risks.

🔹 Ensuring full traceability from raw materials to finished products.

🔹 Training employees in food hygiene and production protocols.

3. Official Audit Process

Once the facility is fully prepared, a BRC Certified auditing organization will send experts to conduct an on-site evaluation. They will:

📌 Inspect facilities and production lines.

📌 Assess product quality and processing methods.

📌 Review documentation related to food safety compliance.

4. Certification Issuance and Ongoing Monitoring

If the factory meets all requirements, it will receive BRC Certified accreditation, valid for 12 months. However, to maintain certification, the factory must continuously uphold these standards and pass annual surveillance audits.

SVC – A BRC Certified Cashew Processing Leader

SVC is proud to be a BRC Certified cashew processing factory, committed to delivering products that meet international safety and quality standards. With strict quality control systems in place, SVC ensures premium cashew products for global partners.

Conclusion

Achieving BRC Certified status requires strict adherence to food safety and traceability regulations. Cashew processing factories aiming to expand into premium markets must invest in quality control systems to meet international demands and enhance their global competitiveness.

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