In South Korea, HACCP is a recognized food-safety certification used to confirm that a Korean food business manages hazards systematically across its production process. On KOBDi, HACCP appears under the Certification tab of relevant Business Profiles, helping you verify whether a company currently holds valid HACCP certification and what products it covers.
What is HACCP?
HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points. It is a preventive food-safety management system that identifies potential biological, chemical, and physical hazards and controls them at defined “critical control points” throughout production, processing, storage, distribution, and handling.
Who can receive HACCP certification?
HACCP certification applies to Korean businesses involved in food and livestock food manufacturing/processing where food safety management must be demonstrated through structured controls and ongoing compliance. Certification is typically issued for specific operations and product scope, and it has a defined validity period.
What does the certification indicate about the business?
Holding HACCP certification indicates that the facility and its processes have been assessed against HACCP requirements and that the certified scope (including products) is subject to defined controls and oversight during the certificate validity period. HACCP is a strong operational signal of structured food-safety management, but it should be interpreted together with scope (what products/processes are covered) and status (whether the certification is currently active).
Coverage in KOBDi: The KOBDi database includes Korean businesses registered with HACCP certification. This information appears on each Business Profile page, and companies with HACCP certification can be found via the KOBDi Korea Industry Search.