GOST R FOR FISH AND SEA FOOD – UAE, OMAN, SAUDI ARABIA

The GOST R certificate is a compulsory certification for food items in Russia. It is based upon the Technical Regulations of the Customs Union (TR CU) that comprise an array of uniform regulations regarding high-quality and safe food.

The GOST R for Fish and Sea Food, fruits and vegetables generally has the below requirements:

• Hygienic safety
• Chemical composition
• Organoleptic and physical properties
• Labeling and packaging
• Traceability

The process of certification is usually initiated by the producer or distributor of the product. It is the first stage to perform a self-assessment and check if the food product meets the specifications for the TR CU. If the product is in compliance with the specifications, the manufacturer or importer could request a GOSTR certificate.

Consumers, retailers, and others are demanding that the seafood they consume be safely and responsibly procured. Certification services allow you to show that you are in compliance with internationally accepted sustainable seafood standards.

As demand for seafood worldwide is increasing, the fishing industry is under a lot of pressure to implement responsible practices in fishing to prevent overexploitation and harm in marine ecosystems. 

Ascent provides a variety of training, certification and digital solutions to players throughout the value chain of seafood. We assist you in showing you that the GOST R for Fish and Sea Food you purchase is secure, nutritious, produced responsibly and completely traceable.

Certification is a process that is voluntary that is used by the seafood industry to identify sustainability aspects such as environmental performance and social responsibility.

Certification is a term used by the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) defines certification as “a procedure by which a third party gives written assurance that a product, process, or service is in conformity with certain standards.”

A variety of independent organizations have come up with their own standards for certification. These organizations operate at various levels in the supply chain and demand them to adhere to their particular standards for certification.

In certain instances, Seafood Watch recommends certified products to consumers and businesses.

Before we discuss the organizations that are working to ensure sustainable practices for seafood, Let’s look at the reason for the increased demand for sustainable seafood practices.

Based on the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization, more than 85 percent of the fish stocks are overfished or are fully exploited. Furthermore, a study in 2018 found that the production of fish has reached an all-time record and has reached nearly 180 million tonnes being used for food to millions of people.

The growing demand has caused a range of problems, ranging from overfishing, to the destruction of landscapes and also human labour. In addition to the previously mentioned, one more result of the absence of sustainable seafood that is certified sustainable the distrust of consumers.

Fruits and vegetables are part of the category of food plant products that are, as per the laws and regulations currently in force, are not allowed to be sold on the market of EAEU without having passed the certification process. In the process of examining the IP, it is essential to ensure that the product is in compliance to the declared product to the current requirements and GOST Certification.

The application process to apply for the GOST R for Fish and Sea Food usually comprises some steps below:

1. The application form must be submitted
2. Technical documentation is provided for the product
3. Testing and sampling of the product
4. The issuance of a GOST R certificate

The validity time of the GOST R certificate, typically three years. The validity duration could be shorter or longer, dependent on the particular product.

Certification of both Fruits and Vegetables in UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Lebanon, and Jordan other than those that are only for personal consumption is intended to stop bad quality, non-fresh produced vegetables from making it onto shelves in the home.

• Food security (021/2011);
• Food labeling requirements – Labeling of food items (022/2011);
• The safety of nectar, natural juices, other drinks containing juice (023/2011);
• Producing products containing food additives like colors, preservatives, flavorings (029/2011).

• Canned;
• Fresh;
• Frozen;
• Semi Finished products;
• Dried fruits.

An authorization document confirms the products of fruit or vegetables do not contain harmful or possibly hazardous substances.

The declaration on fruits and vegetables is made for one year.

Here are a few benefits of GOSTR’s certification for seafood and fish fruit, vegetables, and fish:

• It is clear that the product is in line with the strict standards of quality and food safety that are required from Russia GOST-R Marking in Dubai market. 
• It can enhance the image of the product as well as the business that manufactures it.
• It will facilitate access to markets and expand chances of selling in Russia.

Furthermore, it is a way to safeguard consumers from substandard and unsafe food items.

If you’re exporting seafood and fish, fruits or vegetables to Russia, You should think about getting a GOST R Certification. This will enable you to ensure that your products are in compliance with the standards of excellence required from the Russian market, and you will be able to avoid problems related to the customs clearance process and recalls of products.

Also, companies/organizations that want to obtain other certifications must apply for ISO Certification in UAE. Connect to Ascent EMIRATES, the best consultants in UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Lebanon, and Jordan today, and enjoy the benefits.