July closes with major developments in the world of food safety. If your company is certified under schemes like ISO 22000 or FSSC 22000, or if you're currently working toward certification, this article will help you understand the most recent changes and keep your Food Safety Management System (FSMS) up to date.
1. New ISO/TS 22002-#:2025 Versions
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO), through the technical committee ISO/TC 34/SC 17 (Management systems for food safety), has released new versions of the Prerequisite Program (PRP) standards in the ISO/TS 22002 series.
1.1 Which standards were updated?
Except for ISO/TS 22002-3:2011, on July 29, 2025, new versions of all other PRP standards were published. In addition, two new standards were added to the series, resulting in the following updated structure:
- ISO 22002-1:2025 – Food manufacturing
- ISO 22002-2:2025 – Catering
- ISO/TS 22002-3:2011 – Farming «No update»
- ISO 22002-4:2025 – Food packaging manufacturing
- ISO 22002-5:2025 – Transport and storage
- ISO 22002-6:2025 – Feed and animal food production
- ISO 22002-7:2025 – Retail and wholesale «New»
- ISO 22002-100:2025 – Prerequisite programmes on food safety «New»
Important note: One of the first things you'll notice is that the new versions no longer include the “/TS” suffix.
1.2 From Technical Specification to International Standard
This change is more than cosmetic. The transition from ISO/TS to ISO means that the documents have evolved from Technical Specifications to International Standards.
What does this mean?
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✅ Greater international consensus
These standards are no longer “in observation.” They’ve been formally approved by ISO member countries, confirming their relevance. -
✅ Technical maturity
The content has been tested and widely accepted. These aren’t theories — they are proven practices. -
✅ Higher authority
ISO standards carry more weight in audits, certifications, and legal or contractual compliance. -
✅ Easier certification
While some ISO/TS standards were accepted during audits, ISO standards provide an even more legitimate and robust framework.
In short: the ISO 22002 series has matured, and its new status as an international standard reflects that.
1.3 The New Members of the Family
There are now two new standards in the series:
✅ ISO 22002-7:2025
This version replaces PAS 221 and officially becomes an ISO standard for the retail and wholesale sector.
✅ ISO 22002-100:2025
A strategic move by ISO. This standard integrates the common requirements for the entire food, feed, and packaging supply chain.
In practice, you’ll now need to consider two standards for your management system:
- ISO 22002-100 – Covers general requirements applicable to all sectors
- Your sector-specific standard – For example, ISO 22002-1 if you manufacture food products
This allows me to update and clarify the ISO 22002 series structure shared earlier. Below is the corrected and current structure, showing the relationships between the standards more accurately:
🏛️ Base Standard (Common Requirements)
| Standard | Title | Function | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 22002-100:2025 | Part 100: Requirements for the food, feed and packaging supply chain | Integrates common requirements across the entire supply chain | ✅ Effective 2025 |
🏭 Sector-Specific Standards (Depend on ISO 22002-100)
| Standard | Sector | Title | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 22002-1:2025 | 🏭 Manufacturing | Part 1: Food manufacturing | ✅ Updated 2025 |
| ISO 22002-2:2025 | 🍽️ Food Service | Part 2: Food service (catering) | ✅ Updated 2025 |
| ISO 22002-4:2025 | 📦 Packaging | Part 4: Food packaging manufacturing | ✅ Updated 2025 |
| ISO 22002-5:2025 | 🚛 Logistics | Part 5: Transport and storage | ✅ Updated 2025 |
| ISO 22002-6:2025 | 🐄 Feed | Part 6: Feed and animal food production | ✅ Updated 2025 |
| ISO 22002-7:2025 | 🏪 Trade | Part 7: Retail and wholesale | ✅ Updated 2025 |
🚜 Independent Standard (Does not depend on ISO 22002-100)
| Standard | Sector | Title | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO/TS 22002-3:2011 | 🌾 Primary Production | Part 3: Farming | ⚠️ No update |
📌 Practical implementation: Identify your sector → Apply ISO 22002-100 + your sector-specific standard (except for farming).
2. What's the mandatory migration deadline for the new versions?
Here’s an important distinction to keep in mind:
📌 For ISO 22000:2018
This standard does not require, but recommends using ISO/TS 22002-# standards. So, there is no official migration deadline.
That said, remember that a new version of ISO 22000 is currently in development, which may change this guidance in the near future.
📌 For FSSC 22000
This is a different story:
FSSC 22000 explicitly requires the implementation of ISO/TS 22002-# standards. That means:
- We can likely expect an update to the FSSC 22000 v6.0 additional requirements (perhaps a version 6.1)
- As of the publication date of this article, the FSSC Foundation has not released an official announcement
3. Final Recommendations
My recommendation is simple:
If you're currently using any ISO/TS 22002-# standard as a reference, start planning your update now.
Don’t wait until the last minute. These requirements aren’t just checkboxes — they are real controls that ensure the safety of your final product.
Keeping up with these standards isn't just about compliance. It’s a commitment to food safety, continuous improvement, and customer trust.
See you soon with a deep dive into the details of each updated version.
Stay informed and keep improving your management system!
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