FSSC 22000 Scheme Version 7 expected to be published March/April 2026
Hi Everyone,
FSSC has commenced developing Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 Scheme.
Rationale for Developing Version 7
The main factors that initiated the development of this version were:
Incorporating the new ISO 22002-x:2025 series on pre-requisite programs
Aligning of the Scheme with the GFSI benchmarking requirements v2024
Strengthening the requirements to support organizations in their contributions to meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Providing a more defined structure for the division of food chain categories
Editorial changes and amendments as part of continuous improvement
Publication Timeline
While the exact publication date for Version 7 hasn’t been confirmed, it’s expected to be released around the end of Q1 or beginning of Q2 2026. CBs and Certified Organizations will be given a 12-month transition period to allow implementation of the new version.
Reminder: Continuation Version 6
FSSC 22000 Version 6 continues to utilize the existing ISO/TS 22002-X series as defined under the Scheme, Part 1, Table 1. The ISO/TS 22002-X series are still available to buy from National Standards Bodies.
Personal Note:
See FSSC 22000 Part 1 | Scheme Overview Table 1:
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The following ISO/TS 22002-X series documents have been withdrawn
ISO/TS 22002-1:2009 Food Manufacturing
ISO/TS 22002-2:2013 Catering
ISO/TS 22002-4:2013 Food packaging manufacturing
ISO/TS 22002-5:2019 Transport and storage
ISO/TS 22002-6:2016 Feed and animal food production
Where the relevant ISO/TS 22002-X series document has been withdrawn, I would start using the new ISO 22002-x:2025 series on pre-requisite programs. For example, instead of ISO/TS 22002-1:2009 Prerequisite programmes on food safety Part 1: Food manufacturing, use: ISO 22002-100:2025 Prerequisite programmes on food safety Part 100: Requirements for the food, feed and packaging supply chain, and ISO 22002-1:2025 Prerequisite programmes on food safety Part 1: Food manufacturing.
See my ISO 22002 change summary for food manufacturers in this topic ISO 22002 2025 Change Summary - Food Manufacturing
Kind regards,
Tony