Category - Organic Processors and/or Handling Certification Hub

Co-Packer Certification Requirements for Organic Products Summary: If you are a co-packer (also called a co-manufacturer) handling products labeled as organic, you must be certified under the USDA National Organic Program (NOP). Every organic product you produce must be reviewed and approved by your certifier, even if your company does not own the product. Documentation, … Continued

A review of what is not covered under organic certification and additional requirements for food safety regulations.

Requirements and processes for labeling and packaging of different NOP organic products and how to add or change a label.

An explanation of the differences and requirements for co-packers and brand owners for organic processing and handling certification.

An explanation of the requirements for storage and transportation operators of organic products within organic handling certification.

Common questions and a guide for major documentation requirements for processing/handling certification, including sanitation, purchasing, sourcing, batch production, shipping/receiving and materials.

A summary of allowed and prohibited processes, as well as common questions regarding calculating the organic percentage of a product and required documentation.

A summary of common scenarios and requirements for prevention of contamination of organic products in processing, including storage, transportation, equipment and pest management.

An overview of the ins and outs of product ingredients, including sourcing of organic (and eligible non-organic) ingredients and prohibited materials.