The Differences Between BRC Certified, HACCP, and ISO 22000

In the food industry, BRC Certified, HACCP, and ISO 22000 are essential standards ensuring food safety. However, each has different applications and control levels. Let’s compare them to understand why BRC Certified provides the most comprehensive food quality control.

1. HACCP – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points

✅ Key Features:

✔ Focuses on preventing food safety hazards rather than just inspecting final products

✔ Identifies biological, chemical, and physical hazards in the production chain

✔ Controls Critical Control Points (CCP) to ensure food safety

❌ Limitations:

• Only focuses on food safety without covering comprehensive quality management or full traceability

• Not a mandatory international standard, but rather an internal management system for businesses

2. ISO 22000 – International Food Safety Management System

✅ Key Features:

✔ A global standard for food safety, recognized worldwide

✔ Integrates HACCP principles, requiring businesses to develop a complete food safety management system

✔ Includes risk management and traceability to ensure quality from raw materials to finished products

❌ Limitations:

• Does not specify detailed safety standards for retail products, focusing only on internal system management

• No mandatory periodic audits like BRC Certified

3. BRC Certified – A Comprehensive Standard for Food Export

✅ Key Features:

✔ A comprehensive food safety standard, recognized by major global retailers

✔ Combines HACCP, ISO 22000, and strict requirements for quality, traceability, and sustainability

✔ Requires regular third-party audits and compliance with global food safety regulations

✔ Facilitates easier access to export markets like the EU, U.S., and Japan

💡 Why is BRC Certified superior?

• Ensures both food safety & product quality: Focuses on risk prevention and requires consistent product quality

• Mandatory audits: Unlike HACCP and ISO 22000, BRC Certified requires continuous monitoring and annual re-certification

• More comprehensive scope: Integrates the best aspects of HACCP and ISO 22000, while also enhancing traceability and risk control

4. SVC – A Leading BRC Certified Cashew Supplier

As a BRC Certified cashew processor, SVC ensures the highest food safety and quality standards. With advanced production technology and strict quality control, SVC consistently delivers top-tier cashew products to the most demanding international markets.

Conclusion

HACCP and ISO 22000 are critical standards, but BRC Certified is the most comprehensive for businesses looking to enter strict export markets. Choosing a BRC Certified supplier like SVC guarantees food safety compliance, premium product quality, and competitive market advantages.

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