Carat Global Assurance (CGA) streamlines the Non-GMO certification process with expert guidance, precise evaluations, and integrated compliance services that help you build trust with retailers and consumers alike.
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Non-GMO Certification Overview
The Non-GMO Certification is required to prove commitment to producing and supplying products that are free from genetically modified organisms, meeting rising consumer demand for transparency and clean labelling:
Non-GMO certification is designed to:
- Verify that your products and ingredients meet strict Non-GMO standards.
- Promote transparency and full traceability across your supply chain.
- Meet regulatory requirements and satisfy retailer and consumer expectations.
- Protect your brand reputation through verified claims and continuous improvement.
Core Non-GMO Certification Requirements
| Requirement | What it Means | ||
| GMO Risk Assessment | Rank all ingredients, processing aids, and packaging by GMO risk; document suppliers & country of origin. | ||
| Identity Preservation Plan | Written SOPs for segregation, dedicated lines, or validated clean-outs; include visual cues & lot coding. | ||
Supplier Verification & Testing | Approved-supplier list, PCR or strip testing at defined frequencies; retain all COAs. | ||
| Traceability & Mass Balance | One-up/one-down records that reconcile volumes within ±1 %; mock recall tested annually. | ||
| Cleaning & Sanitation | Validated allergen-style clean-out or flush between GMO and non-GMO runs. | ||
| Labeling & Claims Control | Artwork approval process to prevent unverified Non-GMO claims; BE Rule alignment in the US. | ||
| Training & Awareness | Annual training for staff and contractors on GMO risks, sampling, and documentation. | ||
| Continuous Improvement | KPI review, root-cause analysis of non-conformities, and management review every 12 months. |
Why Choose CGA for Non-GMO Certification
Category-specific expertise
Our auditors have worked in grain milling, beverage, supplements, and specialty ingredients, so they understand the real-world tweaks each sector needs.
Minimal disruption
We map your production schedule up-front, limiting downtime and product-hold days.
Integrated audits
Cut travel costs and audit fatigue by bundling Non-GMO with Halal certification or Gluten-Free in a single visit.
5-Step Non-GMO Certification Process
- Gap Assessment – CGA benchmarks your current controls against the latest Non-GMO standards.
- System Build-Out – CGA specialists help you draft risk assessments, SOPs, and supplier questionnaires.
- Pre-Assessment (Optional) – If necessary, a dry run to verify sampling plans, test records, and staff readiness is carried out.
- Certification Audit – On-site inspection plus document review by a qualified CGA auditor is carried out next.
- Corrective Action & Seal Approval – In this stage, the CGA technical team works with you to close any gaps to authorize use of the Non-GMO mark.
Bundle and Save Non-GMO with Other Certifications
CGA offers integrated audits to reduce audit time and increase value. You can combine your Non-GMO audit with:
- Non-GMO Certification
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SQF Meet GFSI benchmarks while proving GMO-free status.
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Halal Certification Open Muslim (one of the fastest growing consumer markets) with a single integrated audit.
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Gluten-Free Verification Assure celiac and specialty-diet shoppers.
Benefits of Non-GMO Certification
Retail Access – Satisfy major buyers that mandate Non-GMO verification.
Consumer Trust – Display the iconic “butterfly” and meet rising clean-label expectations.
Risk Mitigation – Stay ahead of evolving BE disclosure lists and gene-editing regulations.
Operational Insight – Identity-preservation tools often cut rework and cross-contamination costs.
Partner with CGA Today
Future-proof your brand with a Non-GMO certification process with CGA that is designed for ROI. To learn more about the program, integrated audits, or obtain a quote, get in touch with our specialist below.