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Vi-COR Receives GMP+ B2 Certification

GMP+ B2 is a standard which originated in the European Union (EU) to address quality issues which originated in early 2000. Europe had several cases of dioxin in meat products in feed which they could not trace back to the source. A program was implemented to provide total traceability and is known as GMP. It requires certification for all products sold in the EU today. This process is extensive and multifaceted and is by no means a simple process. Vi-COR has spent countless hours and made the financial commitment to become GMP+ B2 certified.

GMP+ B2 refers to “Good Manufacturing Practice” regulations which have been derived from the US Food and Drug Administration. GMP+ B2 regulations require a manufacturer to implement a quality approach to minimize or eliminate contamination and errors and ensure that products are manufactured under strict quality processes.

Failure to comply with GMP regulations in the EU can result in fines, seizure, recall and jail time. The main goal of GMP+ B2 is to protect the consumer from purchasing a product which is not effective or is dangerous.

Implementing a GMP+ B2 program addresses:
Recordkeeping
Personnel qualifications
Sanitation
Cleanliness
Equipment verification
Process validation
Complaint handling

The EU requirements stipulate that there is no distinction made between manufacturer or EU importer for the GMP+ B2 certification with regard to feed additives. All parties (throughout the chain) have to comply with the relevant EU legislation and certification.

The GMP+ B2 program not only allows for the expansion and sales in the EU, but takes Vi-COR to a whole new level of quality. This is another major milestone in Vi-COR’s growth and development and reflects their commitment and drive for the production of quality products.

Articles

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