Summary

The global food supply chain has become more complex, and the need for robust safety and quality standards has never been more important. Companies that prioritize these certifications can mitigate risks associated with contamination, recalls, and legal liabilities, ultimately contributing to a safer food environment. Additionally, with the rising trend toward sustainability and ethical sourcing, safety and quality certifications are increasingly incorporating standards related to environmental practices and animal welfare. This evolution reflects the growing consumer demand for transparency and accountability in the food industry.
North America is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Health consciousness is a significant driver in North America, with consumers becoming more aware of the importance of food safety and quality. The rising incidence of food allergies and intolerances has led to heightened demand for certifications that assure consumers of the safety and suitability of products for their specific dietary needs. As a result, food manufacturers are increasingly pursuing certifications to enhance transparency and build consumer trust. Moreover, stringent food safety regulations and standards in the United States and Canada necessitate compliance from food businesses, further propelling the market for certifications. Organizations like the FDA and USDA enforce rigorous guidelines that compel companies to ensure their products meet established safety and quality standards.

“Meat, poultry, and seafood application segments dominate the food certification market.”
Due to their critical importance in ensuring food safety and quality within these highly regulated industries. As primary sources of protein, these products are subject to stringent safety standards to prevent contamination and ensure consumer trust. The growing global demand for meat, poultry, and seafood products, driven by rising populations and changing dietary preferences, has heightened the focus on certifications that guarantee the safety, traceability, and quality of these foods. Certifications such as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), ISO 22000, and specific certifications for organic, humane, and sustainable practices are increasingly sought after by producers and consumers alike.
“Safety and quality certifications dominate the food certification market.”
Due to their crucial role in ensuring that food products meet stringent health and safety standards. As consumers become increasingly aware of food safety issues and the risks of foodborne illnesses, the demand for certifications that validate the safety and quality of food products has grown significantly. These certifications not only help businesses comply with local and international regulations but also provide assurance to consumers regarding the safety and integrity of the products they purchase. In an era where consumers are more discerning about their food choices, the presence of safety and quality certifications serves as a critical differentiator, enhancing brand reputation and fostering consumer trust.
Break-up of Primaries:
 By Company Type: Tier 1 – 55.0%, Tier 2 – 25.0%, Tier 3 – 20.0%,
 By Designation: Managers – 25.0%, Directors – 15.0%, and Others- 60.0%
 By Region: North America – 40.0%, Europe – 35.0%, Asia Pacific -20.0%, RoW – 5.0%

Leading players profiled in this report:
 DEKRA (Germany)
 SGS (France)
 Intertek Group plc (UK)
 AsureQuality (New Zealand)
 Bureau Veritas (France)
 LQRA (UK)
 DNV (Norway)
 TÜV SÜD (Germany)
 Kiwa (Netherlands)
 ALS (US)
 Eurofins Scientific
 UL LLC (US)
 EAGLE Certification Group (US)
 INTL Certification Limited (UK)
 Assurecloud (Africa)

The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the authentication and brand protection market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.


Research Coverage:
This research report categorizes the food certification market, by certification type (safety & quality certifications, dietary & lifestyle certification, other certification types), application (meat, poultry, & seafood products, dairy products, infant food products, bakery & confectionery, beverages, free-from foods, fruits & vegetables, nutraceuticals & supplements, other applications), end-user, certification scope, price sensitivity and region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and RoW). The scope of the report covers detailed information regarding the major factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities, influencing the growth of the food certification market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, and services; key strategies; Contracts, partnerships, and agreements. new service launches, mergers and acquisitions, and recent developments associated with the food certification market.

Reasons to buy this report:
• Analysis of key drivers (increased consumption of high-risk category food products, increase in global food trade, consumer demand for food transparency and credibility), restraints (lack of infrastructure and financial support for food safety and security in developing countries), opportunities (popularity of multiple domestic foodservice and retail chains), and challenges (instances of false labeling and certification among companies) influencing the growth of the food certification market.
• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new service launches in the food certification market.
• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyses the food certification market across varied regions.
• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the food certification market.
• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies and service offerings of leading players like DEKRA (Germany), SGS (France), Intertek Group plc (UK), AsureQuality (New Zealand), Bureau Veritas (France), LQRA (UK), DNV (Norway), TÜV SÜD (Germany), Kiwa (Netherlands), ALS (US), Eurofins Scientific, UL LLC (US), EAGLE Certification Group (US), INTL Certification Limited (UK), Assurecloud (Africa) among others in food certification market.

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Table of Contents

1 INTRODUCTION 37
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES 37
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION 37
1.3 STUDY SCOPE 38
1.3.1 MARKET SEGMENTATION 38
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS 39
1.4 YEARS CONSIDERED 40
1.5 CURRENCY CONSIDERED 40
1.6 STAKEHOLDERS 41
1.7 SUMMARY OF CHANGES 41
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 42
2.1 RESEARCH DATA 42
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA 43
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources 43
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA 43
2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources 44
2.1.2.2 Key insights from primary interviews 45
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of primary profiles 45
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION 46
2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH (DEMAND SIDE) 47
2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH (SUPPLY SIDE) 48
2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION 49
2.4 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS 49
2.5 LIMITATIONS AND RISK ASSESSMENT 50
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 51
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS 57
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR KEY PLAYERS IN FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 57
4.2 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: REGIONAL SNAPSHOT 57
4.3 EUROPEAN FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY KEY TYPE AND COUNTRY 58
4.4 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY CERTIFICATION TYPE AND REGION 59
4.5 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY APPLICATION AND REGION 60
4.6 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY END USER AND REGION 61
4.7 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY CERTIFICATION SCOPE AND REGION 62
4.8 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET: BY PRICE SENSITIVITY AND REGION 63

5 MARKET OVERVIEW 64
5.1 INTRODUCTION 64
5.2 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS 64
5.2.1 INCREASE IN INSTANCES OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS 64
5.2.2 INCREASE IN FOOD RECALL CASES 66
5.3 MARKET DYNAMICS 67
5.3.1 DRIVERS 67
5.3.1.1 Increase in trade restriction due to food contamination in European countries 67
5.3.1.2 Rising demand for food safety assurances due to growing consumption of high-risk category food products 68
5.3.1.3 Increase in global trade of food products 68
5.3.1.4 Strict food industry standards and certification requirements 68
5.3.1.5 Consumer demand for food transparency and credibility 69
5.3.1.5.1 Rising adoption of certification programs to build consumer trust 69
5.3.1.5.2 Emphasis on expanding product range and enhancing brand value 69
5.3.1.6 Food quality certification scheme 70
5.3.1.6.1 Europe 70
5.3.1.6.2 Global food safety initiative 70
5.3.1.7 Ease of certification and auditing to drive market growth for outsourced certifications 70
5.3.2 RESTRAINTS 71
5.3.2.1 Lack of infrastructure and financial support for food safety and security in developing countries 71
5.3.2.2 Lack of harmonization in food certification standards and guidelines 71
5.3.3 OPPORTUNITIES 71
5.3.3.1 Growing popularity of various domestic foodservice and retail chains 71
5.3.3.2 Increase in budget allocation and spending to enhance food safety 72
5.3.3.3 Adoption of halal, organic, and "free-from" food certifications 72
5.3.3.3.1 Certification for organic products 73
5.3.3.4 Increasing trend of outsourcing certifications from third-party providers 73
5.3.3.5 Food processing industry focusing on mandating food safety management practices 73
5.3.3.6 Rise in food trade among developing countries 74
5.3.3.6.1 Rise in number of SMEs 74
5.3.4 CHALLENGES 74
5.3.4.1 Instances of false labeling and certifications among companies 74
5.3.4.1.1 False halal certification 75
5.3.4.2 Insufficient resources, limited awareness, and lack of financial support among small-scale manufacturers 76
5.3.4.2.1 Limited financial resources and investment capabilities among small-scale manufacturers 76
5.4 IMPACT OF GEN AI ON FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 77
5.4.1 USE OF GEN AI IN FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 77
5.4.2 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS 78
5.4.2.1 SGS harnessed AI for early warning detection 78
5.4.2.2 DEKRA conducted remote audits with AI to maintain safety standards 78
5.4.3 IMPACT OF GEN AI ON ADJACENT ECOSYSTEM 78
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS 79
6.1 INTRODUCTION 79
6.2 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS 80
6.3 PRICING ANALYSIS 80
6.3.1 INDICATIVE PRICING ANALYSIS 81
6.4 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS 81
6.4.1 RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS 82
6.4.2 FOOD PROCESSORS & MANUFACTURERS 82
6.4.3 PACKAGING & LABELING 82
6.4.4 DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS 82
6.4.5 RETAILERS & FOODSERVICE PROVIDERS 82
6.4.6 END CONSUMERS 82
6.5 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS 83
6.6 ECOSYSTEM/MARKET MAP 84
6.7 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS 86
6.7.1 DIGITAL CERTIFICATIONS 86
6.7.2 THIRD-PARTY CERTIFICATIONS 87
6.7.3 BLOCKCHAIN FOR CERTIFICATION VERIFICATION 88
6.7.4 REGULATORY IMPOSITIONS ON GENETICALLY MODIFIED LABELS 89
6.7.5 INTRODUCTION OF GLOBAL FOOD SAFETY INITIATIVES (GFSI) 89
6.7.6 RAPID ALERT SYSTEMS FOR FOOD AND FEED (RASFF) TO REPORT FOOD SAFETY ISSUES 89
6.8 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS IN 2024–2025 90
6.9 TARIFF AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE 91
6.9.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS 91
6.10 PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS 93
6.10.1 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY 93
6.10.2 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS 93
6.10.3 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS 94
6.10.4 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES 94
6.10.5 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS 94

6.11 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA 95
6.11.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS 95
6.11.2 BUYING CRITERIA 96
6.12 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO 97
6.13 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS 98
6.13.1 EUROPEAN TESTING, INSPECTION, AND CERTIFICATION COMPANY PENETRATED NEW REVENUE POCKETS WORTH NEARLY USD 80–100 MILLION WITH FOOD CERTIFICATION 98
6.13.1.1 Title 98
6.13.1.2 Problem statement 98
6.13.1.3 MnM approach 98
6.13.1.4 Revenue Impact (RI) 98
6.13.2 ENVIRONMENTAL TESTING LABORATORY ENHANCED ITS POTENTIAL REVENUE GENERATION WITH FOOD CERTIFICATION 98
6.13.2.1 Title 98
6.13.2.2 Problem statement 98
6.13.2.3 MnM approach 98
6.13.2.4 Revenue Impact (RI) 99
6.13.3 FOOD SAFETY TESTING SERVICE PROVIDER EXPANDED IN AUSTRALIAN AND SOUTHEAST ASIAN MARKETS 99
6.13.3.1 Title 99
6.13.3.2 Problem statement 99
6.13.3.3 MnM approach 99
6.13.3.4 Revenue Impact (RI) 99
7 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY TYPE 100
7.1 INTRODUCTION 101
7.2 SAFETY & QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS 102
7.2.1 NEED FOR CONSUMER TRUST AND MAINTAINING FOOD SAFETY STANDARDS TO DRIVE GROWTH FOR SAFETY AND QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS 102
7.2.2 ISO 22000 103
7.2.2.1 Growing adoption of ISO 22000 certifications to meet international safety and quality standards 103
7.2.3 BRITISH RETAIL CONSORTIUM (BRC) GLOBAL STANDARDS 104
7.2.3.1 BRC certification to be considered as benchmark for best food safety practices 104
7.2.4 INTERNATIONAL FEATURED STANDARDS (IFS) 105
7.2.4.1 Need for evaluation of supplier compliance with stringent food safety and quality requirements to propel market 105
7.2.5 SAFE QUALITY FOOD (SQF) CERTIFICATIONS 106
7.2.5.1 Rising demand for SQF certification program to meet regulatory commercial food quality criteria 106

7.3 DIETARY & LIFESTYLE CERTIFICATIONS 107
7.3.1 RISING DEMAND FOR DIETARY AND LIFESTYLE CERTIFICATIONS TO MEET GLOBAL CONSUMER PREFERENCES FOR HALAL, KOSHER, AND 'FREE-FROM' FOODS 107
7.3.2 HALAL 108
7.3.2.1 Concerns regarding safety and hygiene of halal products to fuel demand for food certification 108
7.3.3 KOSHER 109
7.3.3.1 Globalization and expansion of multinational companies to promote growth of food certification market 109
7.3.4 ‘‘FREE-FROM’ CERTIFICATIONS 110
7.3.4.1 Growing consumer preference for organic and natural products to boost demand for free-from certifications 110
7.4 OTHER CERTIFICATION TYPES 112
8 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY APPLICATION 113
8.1 INTRODUCTION 114
8.2 MEAT, POULTRY, AND SEAFOOD PRODUCTS 115
8.2.1 RISING CONSUMPTION OF PROCESSED MEAT PRODUCTS TO DRIVE GROWTH 115
8.2.2 FRESH 117
8.2.2.1 Rising demand for ensuring safety of fresh meat, poultry, and seafood products to fuel market growth 117
8.2.3 FROZEN 117
8.2.3.1 Growing instances of microbial contamination to drive demand for ensuring product safety, quality, and compliance with international standards 117
8.2.4 PROCESSED 118
8.2.4.1 Need to enhance consumer trust and minimize risk of contamination to foster market growth 118
8.3 DAIRY PRODUCTS 118
8.3.1 STRINGENT CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR DAIRY PRODUCT EXPORTS TO PROPEL MARKET GROWTH 118
8.4 INFANT FOOD PRODUCTS 119
8.4.1 NEED TO SAFEGUARD YOUNG CHILDREN AND PROMOTE HEALTHY NUTRITION TO STIMULATE MARKET GROWTH 119
8.5 BAKERY & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS 120
8.5.1 NEED TO OBTAIN VOLUNTARY CERTIFICATIONS TO ENHANCE CONSUMER CONFIDENCE TO ACCELERATE MARKET GROWTH 120
8.6 BEVERAGES 121
8.6.1 GROWING BEVERAGE CERTIFICATIONS TO BOOST CONSUMER TRUST AND DRIVE MARKET EXPANSION 121
8.6.2 ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 122
8.6.2.1 Need to avoid adulteration and inconsistent quality to drive demand for certifications in alcoholic beverages 122

8.6.3 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 123
8.6.3.1 Certifications to provide traceability and validate authenticity of non-alcoholic beverages 123
8.7 ‘FREE-FROM’ FOODS 123
8.7.1 GROWING AWARENESS OF HEALTH BENEFITS ASSOCIATED WITH AVOIDING CERTAIN INGREDIENTS OR ADDITIVES TO PROPEL MARKET EXPANSION 123
8.7.2 FRUITS & VEGETABLES 124
8.7.2.1 Need to ensure safety and quality of fruits and vegetables to expand market growth 124
8.7.3 FRESH PRODUCE 125
8.7.3.1 Certification to play crucial role for ensuring compliance with strict farming practices 125
8.7.4 DRIED FRUITS & NUTS 126
8.7.4.1 Certification to guarantee dried fruit manufacturers adhere to strict quality standards and ensure safe handling practices 126
8.8 FROZEN FRUITS & VEGETABLES 126
8.8.1 NEED FOR FROZEN FRUITS AND VEGETABLES CERTIFICATION TO VERIFY SAFE PROCESS AND STORE AND PRESERVE NUTRITIONAL QUALITY AND SAFETY 126
8.9 NUTRACEUTICALS & SUPPLEMENTS 126
8.9.1 INCREASING AWARENESS OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS TO BOOST MARKET GROWTH 126
8.10 OTHER APPLICATIONS 127
9 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY END USER 129
9.1 INTRODUCTION 130
9.2 FOOD & BEVERAGE MANUFACTURERS 131
9.2.1 NEED TO BUILD CONSUMER TRUST BY PROVIDING CLEAR AND CREDIBLE PROOF THAT THEIR PRODUCTS ADHERE TO SPECIFIC, RECOGNIZED STANDARDS TO DRIVE MARKET 131
9.3 RETAIL & SUPERMARKETS 132
9.3.1 CERTIFICATIONS LIKE FAIR TRADE AND NON-GMO TO HELP PREVENT UNSAFE PRACTICES AND ENSURE PROPER LABELING TO PROPEL MARKET 132
9.4 RESTAURANTS & FOODSERVICE CHAINS 133
9.4.1 CERTIFICATIONS LIKE ALLERGEN-FREE AND ORGANIC LABELS TO UPHOLD HEALTH STANDARDS AND TRUST 133
9.5 GROWERS 134
9.5.1 CERTIFICATIONS TO DEMONSTRATE THAT PRODUCTS MEET SPECIFIC AGRICULTURAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND QUALITY STANDARDS 134
9.6 OTHER END USERS 135

10 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY CERTIFICATION SCOPE 137
10.1 INTRODUCTION 138
10.2 SINGLE PRODUCT CERTIFICATION 139
10.2.1 SINGLE PRODUCT CERTIFICATION TO ENSURE IT MEETS INDUSTRY STANDARDS FOR SAFETY, QUALITY, AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE 139
10.3 MULTIPLE PRODUCT CERTIFICATION 140
10.3.1 MULTIPLE PRODUCT CERTIFICATION TO PROVIDE DIVERSE ARRAY OF PRODUCTS ACROSS DIFFERENT CATEGORIES 140
10.4 COMPANY-WIDE CERTIFICATION 141
10.4.1 COMPANY-WIDE CERTIFICATION TO ENHANCE OVERALL OPERATIONS AND PROCESSES WITHIN ORGANIZATION 141
11 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY PRICE SENSITIVITY 142
11.1 INTRODUCTION 143
11.2 PREMIUM CERTIFICATIONS 144
11.2.1 PREMIUM CERTIFICATIONS TO ADDRESS MARKETS WITH STRICT QUALITY OR ETHICAL NEEDS 144
11.3 COST-EFFECTIVE CERTIFICATIONS 145
11.3.1 COST-EFFECTIVE CERTIFICATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH INDUSTRY SAFETY AND QUALITY STANDARDS 145
12 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET, BY REGION 146
12.1 INTRODUCTION 147
12.2 NORTH AMERICA 148
12.2.1 US 154
12.2.1.1 Robust framework for food certification and strict regulatory standards to drive market 154
12.2.2 CANADA 157
12.2.2.1 US mandate requiring Canadian exporters to meet updated US food safety standards and growing demand for healthy, organic foods compliance to propel market 157
12.2.3 MEXICO 161
12.2.3.1 Rising instances of foodborne illness and establishment of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) framework to fuel market growth 161
12.3 EUROPE 164
12.3.1 UK 169
12.3.1.1 Consumer shift toward premium products to boost demand for food certification 169
12.3.2 GERMANY 172
12.3.2.1 High purchasing power among consumers to enable them to opt high-quality food products 172
12.3.3 FRANCE 175
12.3.3.1 High emphasis on quality standards and focus on food safety to foster market growth 175

12.3.4 ITALY 178
12.3.4.1 High consumption of bakery and dairy products to bolster adoption of food safety measures 178
12.3.5 SPAIN 181
12.3.5.1 Stringent quality control procedures for food products and rising consumer awareness regarding food quality and safety to propel market 181
12.3.6 POLAND 184
12.3.6.1 Rise in processed food consumption and adherence to EU regulations for food and agricultural imports to drive market 184
12.3.7 REST OF EUROPE 187
12.4 ASIA PACIFIC 190
12.4.1 CHINA 196
12.4.1.1 Increased food adulteration and fraud incidents in non-vegetarian products to drive growth 196
12.4.2 INDIA 199
12.4.2.1 Growing need to comply with international standards for food products to implement strong food safety practices 199
12.4.3 JAPAN 202
12.4.3.1 Growing demand to adopt food safety measures due to health benefits to boost market growth 202
12.4.4 SOUTH KOREA 205
12.4.4.1 Increase in control over imported food safety hazards to foster market growth 205
12.4.5 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 208
12.4.5.1 Companies to adopt food safety measures due to enforced regulations 208
12.4.6 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC 211
12.5 REST OF THE WORLD (ROW) 213
12.5.1 MIDDLE EAST 219
12.5.1.1 Significant increase in demand for halal food products driven by religious beliefs to fuel market growth 219
12.5.2 SOUTH AFRICA 222
12.5.2.1 Growing demand for organic products to fuel market expansion 222
12.5.3 REST OF AFRICA 225
12.6 SOUTH AMERICA 227
12.6.1 BRAZIL 233
12.6.1.1 Stringent regulations imposed by Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to augment market growth 233
12.6.2 ARGENTINA 236
12.6.2.1 Increased trade of food and agricultural products to fuel demand for food certifications 236
12.6.3 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA 239

13 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE 243
13.1 OVERVIEW 243
13.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN 243
13.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS 246
13.4 KEY PLAYERS’ ANNUAL REVENUE VS. GROWTH 247
13.5 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023 247
13.6 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS 248
13.6.1 COMPANY VALUATION 248
13.6.2 KEY PLAYERS’ EBITDA FINANCIAL METRICS USING EV/EBIDTA 249
13.7 GLOBAL SNAPSHOT OF KEY MARKET PARTICIPANTS 249
13.8 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023 250
13.8.1 STARS 250
13.8.2 EMERGING LEADERS 250
13.8.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS 250
13.8.4 PARTICIPANTS 250
13.8.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS 252
13.8.5.1 Company footprint 252
13.8.5.2 Type footprint 252
13.8.5.3 Application footprint 253
13.8.5.4 Regional footprint 254
13.9 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: START-UPS/SMES, 2023 254
13.9.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES 254
13.9.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES 254
13.9.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES 255
13.9.4 STARTING BLOCKS 255
13.9.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023 256
13.9.5.1 Detailed List of Key Startups/SME 256
13.9.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of key startups/SMEs 257
13.10 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON 258
13.11 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO AND TRENDS 258
13.11.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES/DEVELOPMENTS/APPROVALS 258
13.11.2 DEALS 259
13.11.3 EXPANSIONS 261

14 COMPANY PROFILES 262
14.1 KEY PLAYERS 262
14.1.1 SGS 262
14.1.1.1 Business overview 262
14.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 263
14.1.1.3 Recent developments 263
14.1.1.3.1 Product launches 263
14.1.1.3.2 Deals 264
14.1.1.3.3 Other deals/developments 265
14.1.1.4 MnM view 265
14.1.1.4.1 Key strengths 265
14.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices 265
14.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats 265
14.1.2 EUROFINS SCIENTIFIC 266
14.1.2.1 Business overview 266
14.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 267
14.1.2.3 Recent developments 267
14.1.2.4 MnM view 267
14.1.2.4.1 Key strengths 267
14.1.2.4.2 Strategic choices 268
14.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats 268
14.1.3 BUREAU VERITAS 269
14.1.3.1 Business overview 269
14.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 270
14.1.3.3 Recent developments 271
14.1.3.3.1 Deals 271
14.1.3.4 MnM view 271
14.1.3.4.1 Key strengths 271
14.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices 271
14.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats 271
14.1.4 DEKRA 272
14.1.4.1 Business overview 272
14.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 273
14.1.4.3 Recent developments 274
14.1.4.3.1 Deals 274
14.1.4.4 MnM view 274
14.1.4.4.1 Key strengths 274
14.1.4.4.2 Strategic choices 274
14.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats 274

14.1.5 INTERTEK GROUP PLC 275
14.1.5.1 Business overview 275
14.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 276
14.1.5.3 Recent developments 277
14.1.5.3.1 Product launches 277
14.1.5.3.2 Deals 277
14.1.5.4 MnM view 278
14.1.5.4.1 Key strengths 278
14.1.5.4.2 Strategic choices 278
14.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats 278
14.1.6 DNV 279
14.1.6.1 Business overview 279
14.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 280
14.1.6.3 Recent developments 280
14.1.6.3.1 Deals 280
14.1.6.4 MnM view 280
14.1.7 ASUREQUALITY 281
14.1.7.1 Business overview 281
14.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 282
14.1.7.3 Recent developments 282
14.1.7.4 MnM view 282
14.1.7.4.1 Key strengths 282
14.1.8 TÜV SÜD 283
14.1.8.1 Business overview 283
14.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 284
14.1.8.3 Recent developments 285
14.1.8.4 MnM view 285
14.1.9 ALS 286
14.1.9.1 Business overview 286
14.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 287
14.1.9.3 Recent developments 287
14.1.9.3.1 Deals 287
14.1.9.3.2 Expansions 287
14.1.9.4 MnM view 287
14.1.10 UL LLC 288
14.1.10.1 Business overview 288
14.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 288
14.1.10.3 Recent developments 288
14.1.10.4 MnM view 288

14.1.11 KIWA 289
14.1.11.1 Business overview 289
14.1.11.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 289
14.1.11.3 Recent developments 290
14.1.11.3.1 Deals 290
14.1.11.4 MnM view 290
14.1.12 CONTROL UNION CERTIFICATIONS 291
14.1.12.1 Business overview 291
14.1.12.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 291
14.1.12.3 Recent developments 292
14.1.12.3.1 Deals 292
14.1.12.4 MnM view 292
14.1.13 AIB INTERNATIONAL, INC. 293
14.1.13.1 Business overview 293
14.1.13.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 293
14.1.13.3 Recent developments 294
14.1.13.3.1 Deals 294
14.1.13.4 MnM view 294
14.1.14 NSF 295
14.1.14.1 Business overview 295
14.1.14.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 295
14.1.14.3 Recent developments 296
14.1.14.4 MnM view 296
14.1.15 SCS GLOBAL SERVICES 297
14.1.15.1 Business overview 297
14.1.15.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 297
14.1.15.3 Recent developments 298
14.1.15.3.1 Deals 298
14.1.15.4 MnM view 298
14.2 OTHER PLAYERS 299
14.2.1 INTL CERTIFICATION LIMITED 299
14.2.1.1 Business overview 299
14.2.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 299
14.2.1.3 Recent developments 299
14.2.1.4 MnM view 299
14.2.2 INDOCERT 300
14.2.2.1 Business overview 300
14.2.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 300
14.2.2.3 Recent developments 300
14.2.2.4 MnM view 300

14.2.3 TQ CERT 301
14.2.3.1 Business overview 301
14.2.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 301
14.2.3.3 Recent developments 301
14.2.3.4 MnM view 301
14.2.4 MS CERTIFICATION SERVICES PVT. LTD. 302
14.2.4.1 Business overview 302
14.2.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 302
14.2.4.3 Recent developments 302
14.2.4.4 MnM view 302
14.2.5 SOCOTEC 303
14.2.5.1 Business overview 303
14.2.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered 303
14.2.5.3 Recent developments 303
14.2.5.4 MnM view 303
14.2.6 SAFE FOOD ALLIANCE – FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 304
14.2.7 CDG CERTIFICATION LIMITED – FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 304
14.2.8 EAGLE CERTIFICATION GROUP – FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 305
14.2.9 EQUALITAS CERTIFICATIONS LIMITED – FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 305
14.2.10 OCEAN – FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 306
15 ADJACENT AND RELATED MARKETS 307
15.1 INTRODUCTION 307
15.2 LIMITATIONS 307
15.3 CERTIFICATE AUTHORITY MARKET 307
15.3.1 MARKET DEFINITION 307
15.3.2 MARKET OVERVIEW 308
15.4 FOOD CERTIFICATION MARKET 309
15.4.1 MARKET DEFINITION 309
15.4.2 MARKET OVERVIEW 309
16 APPENDIX 311
16.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE 311
16.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS’ SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL 315
16.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS 317
16.4 RELATED REPORTS 317
16.5 AUTHOR DETAILS 318