ISO 22000:2018 - Food Safety Management System
ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Certification for Saudi Arabia
ISO 22000:2018 is the global food safety management standard for organizations across the food chain in Saudi Arabia. This framework enables consistent delivery of safe food products while meeting regulatory requirements from 's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources (MAFWR) and Saudi Arabia's Food and Drug Authority (SFDA).
Core Requirements for and Saudi Food Businesses:
- Interactive Communication: Maintain traceability across Gulf supply chains
- System Management: Documented processes for Saudi compliance
- Prerequisite Programs: Implement sanitation protocols for regional conditions
- HACCP Principles: Hazard analysis critical for Gulf climate challenges
Key Benefits for Food Sector in KSA:
Regulatory Compliance: Meet Saudi SFDA Food Safety Regulations
Supply Chain Integrity: Maintain product safety from Riyadh distribution centers
Market Trust: Demonstrate commitment to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) food safety standards
Incident Prevention: Reduce contamination risks in high-temperature environments
International Market Access: Facilitate food exports to GCC and global markets
Operational Consistency: Standardize processes across fisheries and Saudi dairy production
Implementation Priorities for Gulf Region:
- Water Management: Critical for food processing in arid climates
- Temperature Control: Address spoilage risks in KSA logistics
- Local Regulation Alignment: Conform to Saudi SFDA Food Import Standards
- Cultural Food Practices: Accommodate Halal requirements across production chains
Sector Applications:
- Fisheries processing, date farming, hospitality
- Saudi Arabia: Poultry production, dairy manufacturing, catering services
- Cross-Border: Food import/export between Jeddah Islamic Port
ANS Certification Process:
- Gap Analysis: Review against Saudi SFDA requirements
- Certification Audit: Conducted by GCC-accredited food safety specialists
- Surveillance: Maintain compliance with evolving Gulf food regulations