IFS Food; international featured standards; Issue 6.1; November 2017
Standard for auditing quality and food safety of food products
Incentive
In order to meet international specifications for food retailers, the IFS (GFSI recognised process) is suitable for the implementation of and compliance with food safety.
Outcome
Using the IFS International Food Standard improves product safety and guarantees international recognition. Supplier audits are minimised. The IFS/IFS auditors, with IFS approval, guarantee the recognition of SQS.
Target groups
Private label suppliers in the food industry.
Validity
1 year
Recognition
The IFS Food SQS Certificate is valid internationally and is recognised as the GFSI standard by wholesalers worldwide.
Combinations
The International Food Standard can be supplemented with the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety.