ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management System

Overview

ISO 22000:2018 is the international standard for Food Safety Management Systems, integrating HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) methodology from Codex Alimentarius with the ISO Annex SL management system structure. It provides a complete framework for organisations throughout the food supply chain — from farm to fork — to control food safety hazards and ensure food is safe for human consumption.

Key elements: Food Safety Policy and Objectives, Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs) — infrastructure and sanitation controls, Operational PRPs — controls at specific processing stages, HACCP Plan — Critical Control Points (CCPs) with critical limits, monitoring, corrective actions, and verification, Allergen Management, Traceability System, and Emergency Preparedness for product recalls.

Key benefits: International export qualification (EU, UK, GCC, US, most developed markets), retail chain compliance (Reliance, Spencer's, Metro), FSSC 22000 add-on possibility (GFSI-benchmarked, required by Walmart, Tesco, Carrefour), complementation of FSSAI Central Licence, and insurance/legal protection through documented HACCP controls.

Industries: Food manufacturers, processors, cold chain, catering, cloud kitchens, packaging, and primary production.

MFiling implementation support: from Rs.34,999 (exclusive of certification body fees).

Key Benefits

International Food Export Qualification

Required for food export to EU, UK, GCC, USA, and most developed markets — unlocks significant export revenue opportunities.

Retail Chain Supplier Registration

Major retailers (Reliance Smart, Spencer's, Metro, D-Mart) require supplier food safety certification for listing.

Integrates Full HACCP Methodology

ISO 22000 incorporates the complete Codex HACCP approach — more comprehensive and internationally recognised than standalone HACCP plans.

Pathway to FSSC 22000 (GFSI-Benchmarked)

Adding sector-specific PRPs to ISO 22000 gives FSSC 22000 — required by Walmart, Tesco, and Carrefour for global retail listing.

Reduces Product Recall Risk and Liability

Documented HACCP and food safety controls reduce the probability of food safety incidents and limit liability if an incident occurs.

Complements FSSAI Central Licence

ISO 22000 demonstrates food safety commitment beyond basic FSSAI compliance — valued by enterprise B2B buyers.

Documents Required

Company Profile and Organisational Chart with Job Roles and Reporting Lines

List of All Business Processes and Process Flowcharts (existing or to be developed)

List of Products and Services Offered with Key Customer and Supplier Information

Management Commitment Letter from Top Management (CEO/MD) Supporting Certification

Existing Quality/Management Procedures and Work Instructions (if any)

Previous Audit Reports or Non-Conformance Records (if any)

List of All Food Products Manufactured/Processed with Ingredients and Formulations

Current FSSAI Licence and Food Safety Records (temperature logs, cleaning records, pest control)

Allergen Risk Register and Existing Allergen Management Procedures

How it Works

Gap Analysis (2–4 weeks)

MFiling auditor assesses current processes against the standard requirements — identifies gaps, non-conformities, and implementation priorities.

Documentation Development (4–8 weeks)

Prepare the Quality/Management Manual, process procedures, work instructions, forms, and records as required by the standard.

Employee Training and Awareness (2–4 weeks)

Train all relevant staff on the new management system — roles, responsibilities, procedures, and objectives.

Implementation and Operational Control (4–8 weeks)

Deploy the documented processes across all departments — monitor compliance and address practical implementation issues.

Internal Audit (2–3 weeks)

MFiling conducts a full internal audit against the standard requirements — identifies non-conformities before certification body audit.

Management Review (1 week)

Top management reviews audit results, performance data, objectives, and approves the management system for Stage 1 audit.

Stage 1 Audit (Certification Body) (1–2 days)

Accredited certification body reviews documentation and assesses readiness for Stage 2 audit — any major gaps addressed.

Stage 2 Audit and Certificate Issuance (2–5 days audit + 2–4 weeks processing)

Certification body conducts on-site audit of actual implementation — Certificate issued within 2–4 weeks if no major non-conformities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between HACCP and ISO 22000?

HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is a food safety analysis methodology — it identifies critical control points in the production process and sets limits and monitoring procedures for each CCP. ISO 22000 is a full management system standard that incorporates HACCP as its scientific core but adds all the elements of a management system: food safety policy, communication along the food chain, management responsibility, resource management, planning and realisation, validation, verification, and improvement. ISO 22000 is internationally certifiable by an accredited body; a standalone HACCP plan is not independently certifiable in the same way. MFiling implements the complete ISO 22000 system with the HACCP plan at its core.

Does a cloud kitchen or restaurant need ISO 22000 or is FSSAI enough?

For a cloud kitchen or restaurant serving domestic customers, FSSAI State or Central Licence is the mandatory legal requirement — ISO 22000 is voluntary. However, cloud kitchens supplying to large enterprise clients (corporate canteen contracts, hospital catering, airline catering, hotel chains), cloud kitchens listed on Swiggy/Zomato with high-volume operations, or restaurants looking to franchise need ISO 22000 to demonstrate systematic food safety management. Enterprise B2B buyers increasingly require ISO 22000 from food service suppliers. MFiling advises on whether ISO 22000 investment is justified based on the specific business model and target customers.

Service Price

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International Food Export Qualification

Required for food export to EU, UK, GCC, USA, and most developed markets — unlocks significant export revenue opportunities.

Retail Chain Supplier Registration

Major retailers (Reliance Smart, Spencer's, Metro, D-Mart) require supplier food safety certification for listing.

Integrates Full HACCP Methodology

ISO 22000 incorporates the complete Codex HACCP approach — more comprehensive and internationally recognised than standalone HACCP plans.

Pathway to FSSC 22000 (GFSI-Benchmarked)

Adding sector-specific PRPs to ISO 22000 gives FSSC 22000 — required by Walmart, Tesco, and Carrefour for global retail listing.

Reduces Product Recall Risk and Liability

Documented HACCP and food safety controls reduce the probability of food safety incidents and limit liability if an incident occurs.

Complements FSSAI Central Licence

ISO 22000 demonstrates food safety commitment beyond basic FSSAI compliance — valued by enterprise B2B buyers.

ISO 22000:2018 – Food Safety Management System

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