Food & Food Ingredients
CFR 117 Compliance & Certification
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Compliance with 21 CFR Part 117—the FDA’s Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Hazard Analysis, and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food—is essential for maintaining food safety, product quality, and regulatory compliance in today’s evolving marketplace.
Whether you’re manufacturing packaged foods, processing ingredients, or supplying raw materials, certification through an accredited third-party cGMP program strengthens your operations and demonstrates your commitment to safety and excellence.
At Allay Consulting, we offer full-service support to help you meet CFR 117 requirements and prepare for certification—following the same proven strategies outlined on our cGMP Certification page, tailored specifically for food and food ingredient manufacturers.
What We Help With
Facility Gap Analysis & Compliance Audits
We assess your facility, processes, and documentation against CFR 117 and broader cGMP standards to identify areas of noncompliance or opportunity for improvement—before regulators or auditors do.
SOP & Documentation Development
We create customized SOPs and documentation packages covering everything from sanitation procedures and allergen controls to hazard analysis, supply chain programs, preventive controls, and recordkeeping—ensuring full compliance with FDA expectations.
Third-Party Certification Support
Our team works with you to select an accredited third-party certifier and guide you through the entire certification process. We assist with audit preparation, implementation of corrective actions, and post-certification compliance maintenance.
Training & Implementation Support
Compliance doesn’t stop at documentation—it’s about your team. We provide staff training and hands-on implementation support to build a strong culture of food safety and quality throughout your operation.
Why CFR 117 Certification Matters
Third-party cGMP certification is quickly becoming an industry standard. It not only helps you comply with FDA regulations—it boosts consumer trust, strengthens your brand, and gives you a competitive edge in the food industry.
Whether you’re starting your compliance journey or preparing for a certifier audit, Allay Consulting is your partner in building a strong, audit-ready operation.
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