Supplement Certifications Guide

Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)

FDA

Facility claims to follow FDA manufacturing quality requirements for dietary supplements (21 CFR Part 111).

cGMP Laboratory Compliance

FDA

Laboratory claims to follow cGMP practices for testing dietary supplements or ingredients..

FDA Materials Compliance

FDA

Packaging materials meet FDA requirements for food-contact safety..

ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Accreditation

ISO / IEC (accredited by bodies like A2LA, SCC, ANAB)

Laboratory has been independently accredited for technical competence in specific test methods.

ISO 9001 Quality Management System

ISO

Organization has implemented a quality management system that meets ISO 9001 requirements and passed a third-party audit..

ISO 13485 Medical Device Quality Management

ISO

Organization meets quality management requirements for medical device manufacturing..

ISO 22000 Food Safety Management

ISO

Organization has implemented an ISO-aligned food safety management system that integrates HACCP principles..

ISO Cleanroom Classification

ISO

Manufacturing area meets ISO 14644-1 particle count specifications for the stated class level..

HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)

Codex Alimentarius Commission (implemented via FDA, USDA regulations)

Facility has implemented a hazard analysis system for food safety.

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

FDA (21 CFR Part 58)

Laboratory follows FDA GLP regulations for non-clinical studies.

BRCGS Global Standard for Packaging Materials

BRCGS (Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards)

Packaging manufacturing facility has been audited against BRCGS Global Standard for Packaging Materials.

NSF GMP Registration / Certification

NSF International

Independent third-party audit confirms the facility meets NSF/ANSI 455-2 dietary supplement GMP requirements.

NSF Certified for Sport

NSF International

Specific products have been tested for 280+ substances banned by major athletic organizations.

NPA GMP Certification

Natural Products Association (NPA)

Facility has passed NPA's third-party GMP audit program for natural products manufacturing..

USDA Organic Certification

USDA (via accredited certifying agents: QAI, QCS, Oregon Tilth, etc.)

Facility or specific products meet USDA NOP organic standards.

Halal Certification

Various (ISA, IFANCA, ISWA, local Islamic authorities)

Products or facility meet the certifying body's interpretation of halal requirements..

Kosher Certification

Various (OU, KOF-K, Star-K, OK Kosher, cRc, local rabbinical authorities)

Products meet the certifying agency's kosher requirements.

FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification

Foundation for Food Safety Certification (FSSC)

Facility has a GFSI-benchmarked food safety management system combining ISO 22000 with additional requirements.

SQF (Safe Quality Food) Certification

Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), managed by FMI

Facility has passed a GFSI-benchmarked food safety (and possibly quality) audit.

BRCGS Storage & Distribution

BRCGS (Brand Reputation Compliance Global Standards)

Facility has passed a GFSI-benchmarked audit for storage and distribution operations with a site-specific grade.

USP Verified Mark

United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

Specific products have passed USP's rigorous testing program for identity, potency, purity, and manufacturing practices.

UL Certification

UL Solutions (formerly Underwriters Laboratories)

Product or facility has met UL's testing and certification requirements..

G7 Master Qualification (Printing)

Idealliance

Printing facility achieves consistent, accurate color reproduction per Idealliance G7 specifications..

AIB International Audit

AIB International

Facility has passed AIB International's food safety audit, which covers operational and environmental conditions, pest management, and food safety management systems..

SEDEX (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange)

Sedex Information Exchange CIC

Facility has undergone ethical supply chain auditing covering working conditions, labor rights, environmental impact, and business ethics.

FDA Facility Registration

FDA

Facility has registered with FDA as required by law.

FDA Drug Manufacturing License

FDA

Facility is licensed to manufacture drugs under stricter FDA drug GMP requirements (21 CFR 210/211), which exceed dietary supplement requirements (21 CFR 111)..

Health Canada Natural Product Number (NPN) / Site License

Health Canada

Facility holds a Health Canada site license and/or products have been issued Natural Product Numbers (NPNs), meaning they've been assessed for safety, efficacy, and quality..

TGA Listed / Registered (Australia)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), Australia

Products are authorized for sale in Australia under TGA regulations.

DEA Registration (Drug Enforcement Administration)

U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration

Facility is authorized by the DEA to handle controlled substances.

Non-GMO Project Verification

Non-GMO Project

Specific products meet the Non-GMO Project Standard for GMO avoidance.

cGMP Consultancy Expertise (Not a Certification)

Company claims expertise in cGMP consulting.

Industry Consulting (No Manufacturing Certifications)

Company provides consulting services.

GFSI Benchmarked Certification

Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).benchmarks schemes, does not certify directly

Facility or organization holds a certification under a GFSI-benchmarked scheme..

ANAB Accreditation

ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)

Organization has been accredited by ANAB as competent to perform specific testing, calibration, or certification activities..

Certified Group Affiliation

Certified Group (parent company)

Company is part of the Certified Group portfolio of compliance and testing businesses..