ISO 22000 Food Safety Management Systems
ISO 22000 food safety management — HACCP-based hazard analysis, prerequisite programmes, documentation and certification support.
- Estimate Cost
- ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000
- Typical duration
- 45 days
Service overview
ISO 22000 specifies the requirements for a food safety management system. It combines HACCP principles, prerequisite programmes and management system elements to ensure food is safe at every stage of the supply chain.
Who needs it? / When is it needed?
- Food manufacturers, processors, restaurants, caterers, packaging suppliers, warehouses and exporters.
- When a buyer, export market or retail chain requires food safety certification.
What to expect from the WCP Professionals
- Gap analysis against ISO 22000:2018.
- HACCP study, hazard analysis and prerequisite programmes.
- Food safety plan, traceability and recall procedures.
- Training of food handlers.
- Internal audit and management review.
- Coordination with the certification body for the Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits.
Key deliverables
- HACCP plan and FSMS documentation.
- Traceability and recall procedures.
- Internal audit report.
- ISO 22000:2018 certificate.
Standard turnaround time
- Gap analysis: 1–2 weeks.
- Implementation: 1–3 months.
- Certification audits: 2–6 weeks, depending on the certification body's schedule.
Government fees, timelines & key outcomes
- No government fee; certification body fees depend on organisation size, sites and audit days.
- Certificates are valid for 3 years, with annual surveillance audits.
- Key outcome: an internationally recognised certificate that improves credibility and business opportunities.
Forms & filings involved
- No government forms are required.
- Application to the certification body.
- Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit reports.
- Corrective action reports.
Documents required
- Company registration documents and organisation chart.
- Process details, scope and site list.
- FSSAI licence or registration.
- Process flow charts, lab test reports and pest control records.
What we need from you
- Top management commitment.
- An assigned internal coordinator.
- Staff availability for training and audits.
- Implementation of documented processes.
Important conditions
- Certification is granted by an independent certification body, not by WCP.
- Choose an accredited certification body (e.g. NABCB, IAS or UKAS).
- Non-conformities must be closed before the certificate is issued.
- A valid FSSAI licence is a prerequisite.
Additional information
- FSSC 22000 (GFSI-recognised) can be pursued for global buyers.
- Related services: ISO 9001, ISO 14001.
The estimated cost covers indicative professional fees only. Government fees, stamp duty and taxes are payable at actuals.
How it works
- 1. Raise a service enquiry describing your requirement.
- 2. A Relationship Manager reviews it and opens it for bidding.
- 3. Pay into escrow and assign the professional you select.
- 4. Track progress to completion, then accept and release payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is ISO 22000?
The international standard for food safety management systems, combining HACCP principles with management-system requirements.
Is ISO 22000 the same as FSSAI?
No. FSSAI licensing is a legal requirement; ISO 22000 is a voluntary certification that strengthens food safety controls.
Who needs ISO 22000?
Food manufacturers, processors, caterers, packaging suppliers and exporters across the food chain.
What is HACCP?
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points — a method to identify and control food safety hazards.