Fine Co., Ltd. Announces Acquisition of FSSC 22000 Certification for Food Safety Management System at Harima Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (HAMTC)

Fine Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City; Representative Director: Nobutsuna Sasaki), a company engaged in the manufacture and sale of health foods and pharmaceuticals, hereby announces that it has obtained the 'FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000)' certification, an international standard for food safety management systems, at its Harima Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (HAMTC).

■Background of FSSC 22000 Certification Acquisition

In recent years, the environment surrounding the food industry has undergone significant changes. There is a growing consumer awareness of safety and security, and a demand for further sophistication of quality assurance systems in food manufacturing.

Furthermore, the responsibilities required of food business operators are increasing year by year, including responding to globalizing supply chains and continuously strengthening food safety risk management. Additionally, in the market and among business partners, compliance with internationally recognized food safety management systems is becoming increasingly important.

Against this backdrop, the company worked to obtain FSSC 22000 certification in order to build and operate a food safety and quality management system at a higher level, and to stably provide safe and secure products to customers.

■Company Initiatives

To provide safer and more secure products to customers, the company has been reviewing and strengthening hygiene control and quality management systems at each stage, from raw material receipt to manufacturing and shipping.

In addition to improving the manufacturing environment and clarifying management standards, the company is working to enhance the operational framework of its food safety management system through continuous food safety education for employees and strengthening risk management systems.

Through the acquisition of this FSSC 22000 certification, the company has further strengthened its quality assurance system in compliance with international standards, and has established a system capable of providing higher levels of trust and safety to customers and partner companies.

The company will continue to promote continuous improvement activities and strengthen its commitment to quality improvement and food safety.

■FSSC 22000 Certification Overview

・Certification Standard: FSSC 22000

・Certification Date: May 25, 2026

・Target Site: Harima Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (HAMTC)

・Certification Body: Intertek

■Harima Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center (HAMTC) Overview

・Factory Name: Harima Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center

・Location: 1-11-1 Koto, Shingu-cho, Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture 679-5165, Japan

・Main Production Equipment: Granulation process / Stick filling and packaging process / Mixing process / Bag filling process / Tableting process / Large bag filling process / Sub-packaging process / Bottle filling and finishing process / Grain alpha processing machine / Foreign matter removal line

■What is FSSC 22000?

FSSC 22000 (Food Safety System Certification 22000) is an international certification standard based on the food safety management system standard 'ISO 22000', which includes additional requirements such as Food Defense and Food Fraud Prevention.

As a GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) recognized standard, it is adopted by food manufacturers and related companies worldwide and is widely recognized as one of the global standards for food safety management.

About Fine Co., Ltd.

For a more beautiful and healthier life

Since its founding in 1974, Fine Co., Ltd. has been engaged in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of health foods and supplements. The company handles not only sales but also manufacturing, research, and testing in-house.

• Company Name: Fine Co., Ltd.

• Representative: Nobutsuna Sasaki

• Location: Shin-Osaka Trust Tower 20F, 3-5-36 Miyahara, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

• Founded: April 1, 1974

• Business Description: The company provides a variety of health-related products, including 'health foods' and 'supplements' such as foods with functional claims, natural foods like soups and superfoods, sports-related foods like sports drinks and protein, as well as 'medical/nursing care foods' and 'pharmaceuticals'.

• URL: https://corp.fine-kagaku.co.jp/

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