The MSC CoC certification is designed for all companies processing products certified with the MSC or ASC logo or intending to expand their business scope to these products while ensuring their ability to sell them as certified products. This includes producers, distributors, wholesalers, packing and repacking companies, catering businesses, restaurants, and retailers.
The MSC CoC standard guarantees both buyers and consumers that a product bearing the MSC or ASC logo is fully traceable, and the entire supply chain is meticulously monitored. This allows for the complete, uninterrupted traceability of the product from the certified fishery or farm to the table. This documented process ensures that all products with MSC and ASC certification are correctly labeled, not adulterated with other species, and come from producers who adhere to the principles of responsible aquaculture, minimizing their environmental impact.
Introducing the MSC and ASC logos makes it easier for customers to make informed decisions about responsibly caught or farmed fish and seafood.
What is assessed in the certification process?
- Use of certified suppliers.
- Traceability of products.
- Segregation and separation of certified and conventional products.
- Ability to fully reconstruct the product's path along with mass balance.
- Management system.
The obtained certificate is valid for 3 years, with annual monitoring audits conducted during the certificate’s validity period.
MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) is an independent international non-governmental organization that, in collaboration with fishermen, environmental organizations, and scientists, has developed internationally recognized standards for sustainable fisheries and the Chain of Custody of fish and seafood. Its aim is to preserve the natural biodiversity of wild species in seas and oceans.
ASC (Aquaculture Stewardship Council) is an independent international non-profit organization managing the certification and labeling program for responsible aquaculture.
Global Quality Ltd. conducts MSC CoC certification as a partner of the accredited unit Vireo Srl.
How does the certification process with GLOBAL QUALITY unfold?
- Contact Us
Your first step is to reach out to us. Please use the inquiry form available on our website. If needed, we’ll respond to any questions and address potential concerns.
- Proposal and Collaboration.
After understanding your needs, we present a personalized offer along with general terms of collaboration. Once you accept our proposal, we ask for the signed agreement.
- Audits.
A pivotal moment in the certification process is the certification audit. One of our auditors visits your company at a scheduled time and assesses the criteria necessary for certification. If you deem it appropriate, a diagnostic audit can be conducted before the certification audit to ensure that all required standards are correctly implemented and functioning.
- Audit Report.
The auditor generates a report based on the assessment conducted in your company. If not all required criteria are met, we will inform you and specify a timeframe for corrective actions.
- Decision on Certification.
After preparing the report, the auditor submits it to our unit for final verification. If the report is accepted, we make a decision to issue the certificate.
At every stage of the certification process, you can count on our support. We are here to assist our clients in the development of their business.