GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody (CoC) Certification
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What is GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody?
GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody is an international standard that protects the integrity of the GLOBALG.A.P. claim. Companies that process, pack, label or trade products with a GLOBALG.A.P. identification number (such as a GGN or CoC number) must be able to demonstrate that these products genuinely come from certified sources.
A CoC certificate confirms that you:
- Correctly identify and label GLOBALG.A.P.-certified products
- Keep these products separate from non-certified product flows
- Use a robust traceability system that provides fast and complete insight into product origin and product flows
Who is CoC certification mandatory for?
As of 1 January 2023, GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody certification is mandatory for traders, processors, shippers, distributors, packers and retailers who:
- Process, pack or label loose, unpackaged products from GLOBALG.A.P.-certified production
- Use a GLOBALG.A.P. identification number (GGN or CoC number)
- Make a written origin claim to customers
- Repack products or place them on the market under their own brand
Please note: Producers who sell only their own products under an IFA certificate do not need CoC certification.
Benefits of GLOBALG.A.P. CoC Certification
- Transparent supply chain: full traceability from cultivation to final product
- Faster response to incidents thanks to reliable traceability systems
- Reduced risk of food fraud through strict identification and segregation
- Access to demanding markets and customers that require CoC certification
Chain of Custody certification through Kiwa
As an accredited GLOBALG.A.P. certification body, Kiwa helps you demonstrate that your processes meet international requirements for traceability, product integrity and segregated product flows. With extensive experience in the agri-food sector, reliable independent audits and an efficient process tailored to your activities and locations, Kiwa also provides expert support with questions about the standard and audit preparation. This allows you to show customers and supply chain partners that your organization handles GLOBALG.A.P.-certified products with care and that your processes are fully transparent and verifiable.
Costs of CoC certification
The cost of a GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody certificate depends on:
- Company size and complexity
- Number of locations (sites)
- Your internal preparation (such as training, internal audits and system setup)
- Audit duration and frequency
- A.P. fees: registration fee of €260 and certification fee of €50 per certificate per year
Would you like to know what CoC certification will cost for your organization? Contact us for a no-obligation quotation.
GLOBALG.A.P. certification by Kiwa
Kiwa also offers GLOBALG.A.P. certification for primary producers in the agri- and horticulture sectors. With this certification, you demonstrate that your cultivation and production processes meet international requirements for food safety, sustainability and good agricultural practices. GLOBALG.A.P. therefore forms the foundation for safe, responsibly produced products and a transparent supply chain for buyers.
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