BRCGS A&B
BRCGS A&B (BRCGS Global Standard for Agents and Brokers) is a certification designed for companies that buy, sell, or facilitate trade in the food, packaging, and consumer products supply chain. This globally recognised standard ensures quality, safety, and operational criteria for agents and brokers who don’t manufacture or process products themselves. Control Union provides comprehensive certification services for this vital security standard.
BRCGS A&B at Control Union
BRCGS A&B certification is essential for agents, brokers, importers, and distributors seeking to demonstrate robust supply chain quality assurance. This GFSI-recognised standard helps you secure your operations by implementing standardised safety and quality practices that protect your business and customers. By achieving certification through Control Union, you will gain international recognition from retailers, food service companies, and manufacturers while reducing the risks of costly product withdrawals. Our expertise in supply chain security standards enables a smooth certification process that enhances your reputation and brand loyalty.
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Why choose Control Union as your certification partner?
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Global and local customer-focused employees with broad knowledge and years of (practical) experience. We guide you through the changing world of certifications.
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We conduct audits and certifications with a human touch. We enjoy contributing ideas on how to take your company to the next level and communicate clearly about the certification process.
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Control Union understands the importance of acting quickly, which is why our auditors will visit you for the audit as soon as possible after your request, always in consultation with you, of course.
Additional modules
Control Union is accredited and can certify the following categories in the Netherlands:
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Food products
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Packaging and packaging materials
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Consumer products
Features of BRCGS A&B
Global Market Recognition
Certification recognised by retailers, food service companies, and manufacturers worldwide, facilitating market access.
GFSI Recognition
Meets Global Food Safety Initiative benchmarks, demonstrating compliance with international food safety and quality assurance.
Comprehensive Scope
Covers food, packaging, pet food, and consumer products, making it versatile for diverse trading operations.
Risk Reduction
Decreases costs associated with product withdrawals and recalls while protecting your brand reputation.
Enhanced Quality Management
Provides a structured framework for implementing quality management certification systems within brokerage operations.
Commodities
BRCGS A&B certification applies to companies trading in the following commodities:
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Potatoes, fruits & vegetables
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Oil & fats
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Grains & cereal products
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Cacao, nuts and dried fruits
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Herbs & spices
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Fish & seafood
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Meat & poultry
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Coffee, tea & sugar
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Dairy
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Global coverage, local knowledge
Control Union provides peace of mind in supply chain worldwide. Thanks to our up-to-date knowledge and experience, we cover all aspects of the supply and value chain in various industries. We think along, communicate clearly and offer concrete solutions As a ‘one-stop shop’ for international and local certificates, we make certification more efficient. Want to know more about our independent, accredited audits and certifications? Whether you are certifying for the first time or have been around for years, we help!
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Does your organisation have specific certification or audit requirements that are not covered by the certification programmes? For example, developing a new standard? Control Union also provides independent customised services.
