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What is the difference between GMP and cGMP?

GMP is also known as “CGMP,” with the “c” standing for “current.” This serves as a reminder to producers that they must use cutting-edge technology. cGMP certification is the quality standard that applies to all practices used in developing, producing, packing, holding, and processing human food for consumption in the United States. The letter “c” should be written in small characters since it denotes perpetual change and the ever-evolving technology of excellence. In a competitive and continually evolving industry, using the word cGMP suggests a commitment to the highest accessible quality standards, which is why it is critical to distinguish.

What is the difference between GMP and WHO-GMP?

Both WHO-GMP and GMP are quality standards in the food sector, and they are commonly mistaken for each other. The World Health Organization (WHO) developed WHO-GMP, or the “World Health Organization’s Good Manufacturing Practices” standard, to promote their commitment to international health and safety. However, WHO-GMP is more than a set of manufacturing guidelines. It is also a set of concepts, principles, and practices designed to assist manufacturers in meeting the ISO 9001 and HACCP Annexure C standards criteria for quality management systems.

How to Get GMP Certified?

A company must first analyze its own food safety management system against the WHO GMP requirements in order to obtain cGMP certification. cGMP certification requirements, apply to all food vendors. cGMPs are designed for companies in any country that manufacture, process, pack or hold food for sale in the United States. cGMP certification is typically easier to obtain than GMP certification because cGMP “addresses itself to issues in modern plants,” according to cGMP Alliance. cGMPs also address more modern food safety concerns, such as allergens and dietary supplements that have been manipulated in a laboratory.

How much does GMP Certification Cost?

The GMP certification cost can vary from organization to organization. The GMP certification cost can vary depending on the product, geographical location of production facilities, and others. The GMP certification cost also depends on the following factors:

  • The size of the organization
  • The number of sites
  • The number of employees
  • The types of products and services the company produces
  • The risks associated with the organization’s scope of activities

Fill out the CGMP Certification application form and send it to us to receive a free quote on the GMP certification cost.

What does it mean to be RoHS Certified?

RoHS certification means that a manufacturer or supplier has been approved by an independent third party to manufacture products which meet the RoHS standard. The RoHS standard defines specific guidelines for manufacturing, packaging, labeling and storage of a product in order to reduce contamination from hazardous substances. An organization that obtains RoHS Certification ensures proper implemention of these standards in an effective manner.

What materials can be RoHS certified?

Almost all products which contain metal, plastic, or some sort of electronic circuitry can be RoHS compliant. RoHS certification does not apply to components such as batteries and non-electronic accessories like screws and cables, which do not contain hazardous chemicals. The following is a list of products that either require or are exempted from RoHS certification.

Items compliant for RoHS certification:

  1. Large household appliances
  2. Small household appliances
  3. Computers and communication equipment
  4. Consumer electronics
  5. Lighting
  6. Power tools
  7. Toys and sports equipment
  8. Automatic dispensers: vending machines, ATM machines.

Items exempted from RoHS Certification:

  1. Medical devices and equipment
  2. Control and monitoring equipment
  3. National security use and military equipment
  4. Large stationary industrial tools
  5. Certain light bulbs and some batteries
  6. Spare parts for electronic equipment in the market before July 1, 2006
What Organizations require RoHS Certification?

RoHS certification is required for exporting, manufacturing and importing goods in RoHS compliant regions, such as Asian nations (including China, Japan, and South Korea) as well as versions of it in North America. RoHS certification is especially essential for companies involved with RoHS compliant or RoHS parallel importing. RoHS compliance requirements also apply to all product suppliers, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), original design manufacturers (ODMs) and subcontractors.