On 19 July 2018, the new edition of the ISO 22000:2018 standard "Managament System for Food Safety" came into force, replacing the previous ISO 22000:2005 standard. 

For its entry into force, the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has set a transitional period of three years from its publication. 

As of June 2021, certificates issued in accordance with the ISO 22000:2005 standard are no longer be valid. 

Food safety is linked to the presence of foodborne risks at the time of consumption (intake by the final consumer). As a principle of food safety, it would be appropriate to introduce appropriate controls as essential at every stage of the food chain. 

Therefore, food security means combining the forces of all parties interacting with the food chain. 

The ISO 22000:2018 standard is a standard applied on a voluntary basis by food business operators. It was published by the International Standards Board ISO in September 2005 in order to harmonize existing (national and international) standards on food safety and hazard analysis and control of critical points (HACCP). 

Althought it is not mandatory, this standard is a reference point for operators for the application of Community regulations on hygiene and food safety. 

The standards is applicable to all organizations, regardless of size, that are involved in every aspect of the food chain and want to implement system that ensure continuous product safety. 

Through certification by an independent third-party body, the company provides credibility of its commitments to its customers and stakeholders.