Why Certifications Can Make or Break Your Export Deal
Food buyers in the UK and Southeast Asia (ASEAN) don’t just evaluate taste — they demand international certifications that prove safety, quality, and compliance. Without the right labels, your instant noodles won’t make it past the import dock or onto store shelves.
At Kimdee, we help brands navigate and obtain key certifications required to launch OEM food products across the UK and ASEAN markets.
1. BRCGS Certification (UK Standard)
🔍 What it is: A globally recognized food safety and quality standard for manufacturers.
🎯 Required by: UK supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and Asda.
📦 What it covers:
HACCP-based food safety systems
Supplier management
Packaging and hygiene compliance
🔗 Learn more: BRCGS Food Safety
💡 All of Kimdee’s OEM production partners are BRC-compliant.
2. HACCP: The Global Baseline
🔍 What it is: A risk assessment system for identifying food safety hazards.
🎯 Required by: Both UK and ASEAN countries as a baseline standard.
📋 Covers:
Critical control points (temperature, contamination risk)
Traceability systems
Preventive sanitation planning
🌐 HACCP is often a prerequisite for higher-level certifications like BRC and Halal.
3. Halal Certification (ASEAN & Middle East)
🔍 What it is: Verification that food is prepared according to Islamic guidelines.
🎯 Required by: Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei, and the GCC.
📋 Must be certified by local authorities like:
JAKIM (Malaysia)
MUI (Indonesia)
Halal Food Authority (UK import) → halalfoodauthority.com
Kimdee assists with ingredient sourcing, documentation, and packaging for Halal compliance.
4. Additional Certifications to Consider
| Certification | Region | Relevance |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 22000 | Global | Comprehensive food safety system |
| USDA Organic | US, UK | Clean-label, organic buyers |
| Vegan Society | UK, EU | Plant-based product validation |
| MUIS | Singapore | Halal for local Muslim market |
📦 Our OEM services include advisory on which certifications match your target market and retail tier.
5. Labeling and Packaging Must Match Certification
It’s not enough to be certified — your packaging must reflect it properly:
Include approved logos in correct format
List certifying body and registration number
Translate claims for local language labeling
✅ Kimdee offers export-ready packaging aligned with UK DEFRA, ASEAN Codex, and import-specific labeling laws.
Need Help Getting Certified for UK & ASEAN Export?
Kimdee partners with certified OEM factories and handles every part of the compliance process — from formulation to documentation to packaging.
📩 Email: carlng@kimdeefoods.com
🔗 Learn more: Kimdee OEM Services
FAQ
Q1: Do I need BRC to sell noodles in the UK?
Yes — especially for national retailers. Most buyers require BRC as a minimum manufacturing standard.
Q2: Can Kimdee help with Halal registration in Malaysia or Indonesia?
Yes. We support ingredient documentation, formulation approval, and logo authorization per country.
Q3: What’s the difference between HACCP and BRC?
HACCP is a method; BRC is a certification standard built on HACCP plus packaging, hygiene, and supplier control.
Q4: Can I put a certification logo on my label if I’m not registered?
No. Unauthorized use may result in import rejection or fines.
