Document Types
Complete list of available regulatory documents and certifications.
Note on Third-Party Certificates: We do not generate third-party certificates (such as Kosher, Halal, Organic, SQF, FSSC, etc.). Instead, we securely store copies of your certificates and distribute them as requested. We can also notify you before each certificate expires so it can be renewed and replaced in a timely manner.
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| Code | Document Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| AFLATOXIN | Aflatoxin, Mycotoxin, and Glycidol-Free Statement | Declares whether the product contains or has been tested for Aflatoxins, Mycotoxins, and Glycidol. |
| ALLERGENEU | Allergen Statement EU | Allergen Statement/Checklist (EU) |
| ALLERGENUS | Allergen Statement US | Outlines the presence or absence of common allergens such as nuts, dairy, soy, or gluten in the product, aiding compliance with food allergen labeling regulations. |
| BANNED | Banned Substances Statement | Lists substances prohibited in the product based on client, country, or industry standards. |
| BIOENG | Bioengineered Statement | Indicates whether the product is derived from genetically modified organisms (GMOs), used for compliance with BE (Bioengineered) food disclosure laws. |
| BOTANICAL | Botanical Source Statement | Identifies the botanical origin of the product, such as the specific plant or part used, essential for natural claims and traceability. |
| BSETSE | BSE/TSE Statement | Certifies that the product is free from materials at risk for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) or Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSE), required in international trade. |
| COA | Certificate of Analysis | A COA (Certificate of Analysis) is an official quality-assurance document issued by a manufacturer or laboratory that verifies a product meets its specified standards or parameters. It provides measured test results for one or more defined characteristics. |
| CONDUCT | General Company Commitment Policy | Outlines the company's ethical and operational standards, often requested by corporate buyers as part of supplier onboarding or audits. |
| COO | Certificate of Origin | Declares the country where the product was manufactured or processed, used for customs, trade agreements, and tariff determination. |
| DIOXIN | Dioxin Statement | Reports whether the product contains or has been tested for dioxins, toxic compounds regulated for environmental and food safety. |
| EMERG | 24 Hour Emergency Contact List | Provides emergency contact details for use in case of accidental exposure or transport incidents, typically required for chemical or flavor shipments. |
| ETHLOX | Ethylene Oxide Statement | Declares whether ethylene oxide, a sterilizing agent and possible carcinogen, was used in production or remains as residue in the product. |
| FDABIOTERR | FDA Bioterrorism Registration Statement | Certifies that the facility is registered under the U.S. FDA Bioterrorism Act, often required for food imports into the United States. |
| FDAGENERAL | FDA Registration | Confirms that a facility is registered with the U.S. FDA in compliance with the Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002. |
| FEMAGRAS | FEMA/GRAS Certification Statement | FEMA/GRAS Certification Statement |
| FIDS | Flavor Ingredient Data Sheet | Lists all flavor ingredients, often with FEMA GRAS numbers, to ensure regulatory compliance and transparency with clients. |
| FOODDEFENSE | Food Defense Plan Statement | Confirms that a food defense plan is in place to mitigate risks from intentional adulteration, as required by FSMA regulations. |
| FOODFRAUD | Food Fraud Plan Statement | Declares the existence of a food fraud mitigation plan to address economically motivated adulteration and protect supply chain integrity. |
| FOODGRADE | Food Grade Certificate | Certifies that the product meets food-grade quality standards and is safe for consumption under relevant food safety laws. |
| FOREIGNOB | Foreign Objects Statement | Ensures that measures are in place to prevent contamination from physical hazards like metal, glass, or plastic fragments. |
| FSSC | Food Safety System Certification | Provides third-party certification (e.g., FSSC 22000) that the company maintains a robust food safety management system. |
| GLUTENFREE | Gluten Free Certification | Official documentation from a certification body confirming that the product meets strict gluten-free standards. |
| GMOFREE | GMO Free Statement | Indicates whether the product contains genetically modified organisms, similar to BE statements, used for global compliance. |
| GUARANTY | Continuing Guaranty | Serves as an ongoing assurance that all shipments comply with applicable safety and regulatory standards, often used in U.S. food law contexts. |
| HACCP | Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Chart | Diagram showing the product's HACCP analysis, identifying risks and control points in food processing. |
| HALAL | Halal Certificate | Confirms the product complies with Islamic dietary laws and has been certified by a recognized Halal authority. |
| HALALCOMP | Halal Compliance Statement | Confirms that the product complies with Halal guidelines based on manufacturing records and supplier documentation. Includes statements on equipment cleanliness, absence of animal or grape-derived materials, GRAS status, and Good Manufacturing Practices. |
| HEAVYMETAL | Heavy Metal Statement | Confirms that the product has been tested for heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium, ensuring safety for consumption or use in regulated industries. |
| IFRA51 | IFRA 51st Statement | Certifies that the product complies with the 51st Amendment of IFRA standards for fragrance safety, outlining usage limits and restricted substances. |
| INGR | Ingredient Statement | Provides a complete list of ingredients in the product, often required for regulatory review, transparency, or allergen screening. |
| INSURANCE | Certificate of Insurance | Provides proof of liability or product insurance coverage, often required by buyers during vendor onboarding. |
| IRRADIATION | Irradiation Statement | Indicates whether the product has been subjected to ionizing radiation for sterilization or preservation, relevant for food and cosmetic regulations. |
| KOSHER | Kosher Certificate | Indicates that the product complies with Jewish dietary laws and is certified by an approved Kosher certification body. |
| LABEL | Label Example | A sample of the product's consumer-facing label for regulatory or client review. |
| MELAMINEFREE | Melamine-Free Statement | Declares that the product does not contain melamine, a compound banned in food products due to health risks associated with contamination. |
| NANOFREE | Nanomaterials Statement | Declares that the product does not contain engineered nanomaterials per EU and U.S. definitions. No nanoscale ingredients are present, and the product is not subject to nanomaterial labeling requirements under EU Regulation 1169/2011 or FDA guidelines. |
| NATEU | Natural Statement EU | Certifies that the product meets European standards for natural status in food or fragrance applications. |
| NATUS | Natural Statement US | Certifies that the product meets U.S. standards or industry definitions of natural. |
| NOP | Natural Flavor Questionnaire | Collects information about the source, processing, and additives of a flavor to determine if it qualifies as natural. |
| NUTRITIONAL | Nutritional Statement | Outlines key nutritional attributes of the product such as calories, fats, proteins, and sugars for regulatory or marketing use. |
| ORGEU | Organic Certificate EU | Documentation confirming the product is certified organic under EU regulations. |
| ORGUS | Organic Certificate US | Documentation confirming the product is certified organic under USDA National Organic Program standards. |
| PACKAGING | Packaging Statement | Verifies that packaging materials meet regulatory requirements for food contact and environmental safety. |
| PESTICIDE | Agricultural/Pesticide Residue Statement | Reports levels of residual pesticides from agricultural use and affirms compliance with regulatory limits for safety. |
| PFAS | Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Free Statement | Certifies that the product and its packaging are free from PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), linked to health and environmental concerns. |
| PROCFLOW | Processing Flow Diagram | Visual map showing the production process, often included in food safety audits or regulatory filings. |
| PROP65 | California Proposition 65 Statement | States whether the product contains chemicals listed under California Proposition 65 as carcinogens or reproductive toxins. |
| RBSTFREE | rBST-Free Statement | Declares that dairy-derived ingredients are free from recombinant Bovine Somatotropin, a hormone used to increase milk production. |
| RETAILFREE | Retailer Compliance Statement | States product does not contain ingredients banned by Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, or Panera Bread, based on their published "unacceptable ingredients" lists at the time of issuance. |
| SDS | Safety Data Sheet | Regulatory document outlining handling, hazard, and emergency measures for chemical or flavor substances. |
| SEWSLUDGE | Sewage Sludge Statement | Certifies that sewage sludge was not used in the production or fertilization process of the raw materials. |
| SOLVENTFREE | Solvent-Free Statement | Declares that no chemical solvents were used during production, relevant for clean-label and natural product claims. |
| SPEC | Specification Sheet | Summarizes the product's physical, chemical, and sensory specifications for quality control and client use. |
| SQFAUDIT | SQF audit report | Provides a detailed record of the Safe Quality Food (SQF) audit, including findings, corrective actions, and scores. Used internally for compliance tracking or selectively shared with clients for verification purposes. |
| SQFCERT | SQF Certificate | Indicates certification to the Safe Quality Food (SQF) standard, widely recognized in global food safety audits. |
| VEGAN | Vegan / Vegetarian Statement | A detailed form to verify that the product contains no animal-derived ingredients and meets vegan/vegetarian guidelines. |
| VOLATILE | Volatile Organic Compounds Statement | Reports the presence or absence of VOCs, important for environmental safety and consumer health, especially in flavor and fragrance products. |