DSM's South Bend Facility Gains FSSC 22000 Certification

HEERLEN, The NetherlandsDSM Food Specialties announced its South Bend, Ind., facility has achieved Food Safety System Certification (FSSC) 22000 certification as recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).

The South Bend site specializes in producing a broad range of enzymes that are used in baking and dairy products, juices, beverages and sauces among others. Its production facility is supported by the most modern technical laboratories, which allows DSM to offer a broad range of enzyme solutions for the food and beverage industries.

FSSC 22000 is a complete independent food-safety certification system developed by the nonprofit Foundation for Food Safety Certification. It is the only ISO- and process-based food-safety management system standard recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and is supported by the Confederation of the Food and Drink Industries of the European Union (CIAA) and the American Groceries Manufacturing Association (GMA). The certification is intended to ensure the continuous improvement in food-safety management systems and delivery of safe food to consumers worldwide.