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BRCGS PACKAGING CERTIFICATION

Let us take the stress out of your BRCGS journey

The BRCGS Packaging certification has been designed by the BRCGS together with the Institute of packaging to provide a technical global standard for manufacturers producing packaging materials for all types of food products.

The standard looks to implement effective systems and procedures to ensure the quality and safety of food packaging

Is the BRCGS Packaging Certification suitable for my business?

Are you a packaging business looking to grow your business and attract new clients? If yes, a BRCGS packaging certification could open up conversations with potential clients worldwide who are looking for safe and trusted suppliers. The packaging standard is suitable for any manufacturers of packaging or packaging materials, such as:

  • Producers who manufacture raw materials for use in packaging
  • Production of packaging materials for conversion of printing
  • Supplying materials from stock where additional processing or repacking occurs
  • Packaging manufacturers who also manufacture consumer disposable goods such as paper plates

Benefits of a BRCGS Packaging certification?

Globally Recognised

Proves your packaging meets globally recognised quality and safety standards.

Customer Confidence

Boosts confidence among current and potential customers.

Compliance

Ensures compliance with regulatory and GFSI requirements.

Protection

Protects your business and increases customer trust.

Access to Global Markets

Gives your business a competitive edge and access to the global market.

What does the BRCGS Packaging standard cover?

The packaging certification covers the following modules:

Glass

Glass Manufacture and Forming

Paper

Paper Making and Conversion

Plastics

Rigid Plastics Forming

Flexible Plastics Manufacturing

Metal

Metal Forming

Processes

Print Processes

Chemical Processes

Other

Other Manufacturing

Consultancy Services

How we can help your business

Our approach to BRCGS Consultancy is to work closely with our clients to develop practical, tailored routes to compliance. We work hard to create optimised solutions that guide clients to certification without excessive costs.

The route to the globally recognised packaging certification usually begins with a gap analysis and report of existing systems and issues, which will assess the current level of compliance. The gap analysis is comprehensive and detailed, covering paperwork systems, personnel requirements, the fabrication process, and more.

We can help you throughout the whole process with a range of services such as on-site audits, system implementation, training, and development of effective safety management systems. Whatever stage of the certification process you’re at, we can provide specialist support and advice.

Our Process

Tailored BRCGS services, no full-package commitment.

1. Gap analysis

A consultant will assess how close your current operations are to meeting BRCGS packaging standards. With a report outlining what needs to be improved or introduced.

2. Implementation

Your dedicated consultant will support you in putting corrective actions into place based on the gap analysis, including build or revise food safety management systems, train staff, and update documentation.

3. Onsite audits

A trial audit to catch any non- conformities that may affect your final grade.

4. Ongoing support

If needed, your consultant can represent you during the audit to help you achieve the best possible outcome. We also offer periodic audits to support ongoing compliance and continuous improvement.

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