Viscofan has a hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) system in place. Hence, an inter-disciplinary team assesses every step of the production process to detect possible hazards (physical, chemical and microbiological pollution, including allergens), identify critical control points, establish relevant controls and take any required corrective action. The system is annually updated in line with any changes in the production process.

Casings manufacturing is becoming more tightly regulated, in the area of food safety, by countries and supranational institutions, making up a growing and constantly changing battery of rules. This regulatory framework directly affects the activity of different production plants due to laws in the country of origin and requirements in the receiving countries, and internationally recognised standards. For this work it has a specific department of Patents and Regulatory Affairs.

Viscofan operates a product traceability system that enables us to identify, at any time and in full detail, the history of every unit and even sub-unit sold, from receipt of raw materials to product used by our customers. In Europe, Viscofan fully implements a food traceability system under Regulation (CE) 178/2002.

To ensure that our product safety and food hygiene systems comply with requirements, our production processes are audited internally on a regular basis. Our production facilities are also continuously audited by health authorities, numerous customers and certification authorities.