If you’re building a supplement or vitamin brand, you know that trust is everything. Retailers want proof before they’ll stock your product. Consumers want proof before they’ll buy it. A lot of that proof comes down to one thing: the food safety compliance standing of the manufacturer behind your label.
Icelandirect’s FSSC 22000 certification matters for exactly that reason, and not just for us. It matters for every brand and product we manufacture.
What Is FSSC 22000?
FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized certification scheme for Food Safety Management Systems, built on the internationally accepted ISO 22000 standard. It’s also recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), so it carries weight far beyond a single retailer or region. It’s a benchmark accepted across the global supply chain.
Icelandirect earned this certification following a comprehensive third-party audit of our Clifton, New Jersey manufacturing facility, conducted by SGS North America Inc. The audit confirmed our systems for identifying hazards, maintaining traceability, and controlling quality meet one of the most rigorous food safety standards in the industry.
Why FSSC 22000 Matters for Your Brand
It unlocks retail doors
FSSC 22000 is one of the accepted supplement certification standards for selling on Amazon and Walmart. If expanding into major retail channels is part of your growth strategy, working with a manufacturer that already holds this certification removes a real hurdle before you even submit an application.
It builds consumer trust
Consumers are reading labels more closely than ever, and they’re asking questions about where and how their supplements are made. FSSC 22000 gives your brand a credible, third-party-verified answer: your product comes from a facility that meets globally recognized food safety compliance standards, from raw materials through finished goods.
It legitimizes your product
Certification isn’t just a badge on a wall. It reflects a documented, audited system for quality and ingredient integrity. That legitimacy carries through to your brand, giving retail buyers and consumers more confidence in what’s inside every bottle, softgel, or stick pack.
Part of a Broader Commitment to Quality
FSSC 22000 joins Icelandirect’s existing portfolio of certifications and accreditations, including NSF GMP certification, ISO 9001 quality management, HACCP compliance, FDA registration and facility auditing, MSC and Friend of the Sea sustainability certifications, GOED membership, USDA Organic eligibility, and California Proposition 65 compliance. Together, these credentials put Icelandirect among the most thoroughly vetted contract manufacturers in the U.S. supplement industry. You can see the full FSSC 22000 details here.
What This Means When You Partner with Icelandirect
When you work with Icelandirect, FSSC 22000 certification becomes part of your brand’s story, without the years of work it takes to earn it yourself. Whether you’re launching your first product line or expanding an established brand onto new retail shelves, manufacturing with a certified partner helps you move faster, with fewer barriers and more built-in credibility.
Frequently Asked Questions About FSSC 22000 Certification
What does FSSC 22000 certification cover?
It certifies that Icelandirect’s Clifton, New Jersey manufacturing facility operates a food safety management system audited against the ISO 22000 standard, covering hazard identification, traceability, and quality control from raw materials through finished product.
Who audited Icelandirect for FSSC 22000?
SGS North America Inc. conducted the third-party audit that led to Icelandirect’s certification.
Does FSSC 22000 help my brand sell on Amazon or Walmart?
Yes. FSSC 22000 is one of the accepted supplement certification standards for selling on both platforms, so manufacturing with an FSSC 22000-certified partner can support your retail expansion plans.
What other certifications does Icelandirect hold?
In addition to FSSC 22000, Icelandirect holds NSF GMP certification, ISO 9001 quality management, HACCP compliance, FDA registration and facility auditing, MSC and Friend of the Sea sustainability certifications, GOED membership, USDA Organic eligibility, and California Proposition 65 compliance. View the full list of certifications and their descriptions here.
Is Icelandirect planning any updates to this certification?
Yes. Icelandirect is preparing for FSSC 22000 Version 7 compliance, with the upgraded certification targeted for early 2027.
Ready to see how our certifications can support your brand’s growth? Get a quote or learn more about our full list of certifications today.