SQF Certification

Being SQF certified means a business can easily demonstrate to partners & agencies their product was manufactured & produced in a facility that has passed extensive food safety audits. Moreover, having an SQF-registered facility as a partner lends itself to convenient quality assurance checks and a streamlined process for vetting partners who can meet international compliance regulations.

Quality & safety is at the core of our business, but don't take our word for it. Bakell® is the proud recipient of thorough certifications like HACCP, GMP, and SQF, all encompassed in FDA-registered facilities. We work diligently to meet customers' needs, all the while adhering to the most rigorous guidelines in the food manufacturing industry. This adds up to providing clients with a priceless motivator at the end of the day: peace of mind.

SQF (Safe Quality Food) Certification is a credential awarded to businesses that comply with the highest food safety risk management procedures. For retailers & production operations that require the highest degree of food safety processes, working with an SQF Certified company clears huge hurdles that can arise. The SQF certification process extensively scrutinizes the production & sanitary practices of a business, making it a breeze for companies to vet the best partners to work with.

Recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GSFI), companies strive to acquire SQF Certification to provide partners & brands a food safety system that's backed by global standards for quality.

SQF certification is crucial for food businesses to build trust with clients and get credibility in the market by demonstrating a commitment to high food safety and quality standards. SQF certification also helps businesses meet regulatory requirements and ensures compliance with industry best practices.

Other than the assurance it provides, it gives retailers and distributors searching for reliable partners an easier time vetting candidates. By obtaining SQF certification, partners can conduct business knowing their products are being handled with precision and efficiency.

Obtaining SQF Level 3 certification is a comprehensive process that can span anywhere from 1 to 2 years, or even longer. This time frame includes undergoing rigorous SQF certification and auditing procedures that ensure a facility meets every standard.

The journey toward SQF Certification —specifically Level 3— requires dedication, hard work, and a steadfast commitment to meeting the gold standard in the manufacturing and packaging industry. There are three well-known levels of SQF: Basic, Intermediate, and Food Safety. The difficulty level may vary depending on the current state of a business's food safety practices and its readiness to meet the certification requirements. It is justifiably hard to get SQF certification since industries across the globe rely on its standardized practices.

Still, companies like Bakell work diligently to pass increasingly difficult audits for these certificates. Through training & regular inspections, Bakell ensures its facilities are up to grade with the highest standards in the industry.