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- SQF 2.8.1.1 – A documented allergen management program must be in place.We build your allergen control plan, including risk assessment, cleaning validation, and label verification procedures.
- SQF 2.6.1.1 – A comprehensive product traceability system must be implemented and tested.Our IQOps traceability software automates product tracking, recall simulations, and FSMA Rule 204 compliance.
- SQF 2.1.1.1 – Senior management must demonstrate commitment to a food safety culture.We provide food safety culture documentation and deliver employee training programs that build awareness, accountability, and engagement at every level — helping you prove leadership commitment during audits.
- SQF 2.4.3.2 – Validation of cleaning and sanitation procedures is required.We help you validate and document your cleaning program — and provide digital checklists and supervisor tools to ensure tasks are completed, verified, and ready for inspection every time.
- SQF 2.1.2.2 – You must maintain up-to-date food safety plans (HACCP/HARPC) and supporting documentation.We prepare fully customized HACCP/HARPC plans and keep your documentation audit-ready at all times.
- SQF 2.5.1.1 – All personnel must be trained in food safety fundamentals and job-specific practices.Our on-demand training modules ensure every employee understands their role in SQF compliance — in English or Spanish.
- SQF 2.9.1.1 – Records must be maintained in a manner that ensures integrity, accuracy, and accessibility.We digitize your records and logs with easy-to-use forms, reducing human error and making audits effortless.
What is SQF?
The Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program is a globally recognized food safety certification, benchmarked by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). It ensures your products are made under the highest food safety and quality standards.
Any food manufacturer, processor, packager, distributor, or supplier that wants to sell to major retailers, co-packers, or export markets.
SQF certification is required by most major retailers like Costco, Whole Foods, and Walmart. It builds trust, ensures regulatory compliance, and opens doors to new business opportunities.
What’s New in SQF 10?
- Sector-specific codes tailored for manufacturing, packaging, animal products, supplements, and more
- Enhanced allergen management, including label verification and cleaning validation
- FSMA-aligned traceability and recall program requirements (Rule 204 compliance)
- Mandatory food safety culture plans and employee engagement
- Increased focus on digital recordkeeping and audit readiness
- Structured audit scoring with more stringent major non-conformance penalties
SQF 9 vs SQF 10 — What’s Changed?
Feature
Code Format
Allergen Management
Traceability
Food Safety Culture
Audit Scoring
Risk Management
Recordkeeping
Allergen Management
Traceability
Food Safety Culture
Audit Scoring
Risk Management
Recordkeeping
SQF Edition 9
One General Code
General Guidelines
Encouraged
Optional
Less Structured
HACCP Focus
Paper Accepted
General Guidelines
Encouraged
Optional
Less Structured
HACCP Focus
Paper Accepted
SQF Edition 10
Sector-Specific Codes
Mandatory Label & Cleaning Validation
FSMA-aligned & Adut-Tested
Required and Documented
Major Issues Automatically Flagged
Broader Preventive Controls
Digital Record Encouraged
Mandatory Label & Cleaning Validation
FSMA-aligned & Adut-Tested
Required and Documented
Major Issues Automatically Flagged
Broader Preventive Controls
Digital Record Encouraged
If you want to sell your products to Costco, Whole Foods, Amazon, or Walmart, here’s what they expect from suppliers:
Without SQF certification, many buyers won’t even review your products.
- Valid SQF Edition 10 certification
- Documented HACCP or HARPC food safety plans
- Effective allergen controls and label validation
- Traceability systems compliant with FSMA Rule 204
- Thorough employee training and food safety culture documentation
- Annual audits with no critical or major non-conformances
Without SQF certification, many buyers won’t even review your products.
Real-World Example: Selling to Major Retailers
Don’t Risk Your Next Audit — Act Now to Secure Your SQF 10 Certification
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can cost you valuable contracts.
Our consultation slots fill fast — book your free SQF 10 readiness assessment today
and get your tailored gap checklist.
Limited-time offer: Free SQF 10 Gap Checklist download when you book a call this month.
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