Below are well-known, widely used packaging exporters/manufacturers that operate to HACCP / GFSI-recognised food‑safety standards (HACCP is commonly implemented alongside BRC, FSSC 22000/PAS 223 or other GFSI schemes). I’ve grouped them by global scale and given the most relevant certification notes and why you might choose them. I can shortlist local German exporters or request current site certificates for you if you want — see the “next steps” at the end.
Top global HACCP/GFSI‑compliant packaging exporters (good for food products)
- Amcor — global leader in flexible, rigid plastic and fibre packaging
- Strong track record of GFSI / FSSC 22000 / HACCP / AIB certifications across many plants; focused on food‑contact packaging and global export capability. Use for flexible films, trays, bottles, lids and laminated food packaging. (Amcor.com)
- Tetra Pak — specialist for liquid food cartons, aseptic systems and barrier cartons
- Extensive certifications for food‑contact packaging and production sites in Europe (including German production sites) and global export logistics; commonly used for dairy, juices and liquid food. Suitable when you need aseptic/sterile barrier packaging. (dqsglobal.com)
- Huhtamäki — global fibre, moulded‑fibre and flexible foodservice packaging
- Publishes site certificates (BRC, Codex/HACCP and BRCGS at many units); strong for cups, trays, plates, foodservice disposables and paper/fibre primary packaging. Good sustainability options. (huhtamaki.com)
- Mondi — paper, flexible films and coated/laminate food packaging
- Multiple European plants certified to BRC/EN 15593 and other food‑hygiene standards; strong for flexible pouches, bags, paper‑based and coated packaging with export capability. Good for bakery, confectionery, snacks, pet food. (dqsglobal.com)
- DS Smith — corrugated, cartons and secondary/primary food packaging
- Many plants certified to BRCGS (some AA-rated sites) and ISO standards; used for primary corrugated food boxes and printed food cartons with global supply chain support. Good for retail-ready transit packaging and shelf-ready packs. (dssmith.com)
- Regional / specialised exporters (examples)
- PREMIUMPACK (Austria) — advertises HACCP and BRC‑IoP site certification; useful for SME sourcing in Central Europe. (PREMIUMPACK.at)
- Many other medium‑sized converters (local converters in Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Turkey) maintain site HACCP / BRC / FSSC 22000 certificates — see Mondi, Huhtamäki and DS Smith regional plants above for examples. (dqsglobal.com)
How to pick the best exporter for your product
- Match the packaging material and technology to your food (aseptic cartons for UHT/liquid; barrier laminates for high‑fat/shelf‑stable; moulded fibre for dry snacks; coated board or PE liners for bakery).
- Verify site‑level certificates (not just corporate claims). Ask for the current HACCP plan, BRC/FSSC certificate and the certificate expiry date for the specific plant that will produce your order. (Certificates are site‑specific and revalidated periodically.)
- Check regulatory compliance for EU food‑contact materials (EU Regulation 1935/2004, 2023/2006 on GMP, etc.) if you’re selling in Germany/EU.
- Request supplier audits, a HACCP summary, product migration test reports and supply‑chain traceability paperwork before large orders.
- Consider sustainability/circularity requirements (recyclability, compostability, recycled content) if these matter to your buyers.
Key certification notes and why they matter
- HACCP is an operational risk‑control system; most reputable packaging exporters implement HACCP alongside a GFSI standard (BRCGS, FSSC 22000 or equivalent). Ask for both HACCP documentation and the GFSI certificate for the plant. (Amcor.com)
Next steps I can do for you (pick one)
- Shortlist 5–10 HACCP / BRC / FSSC‑certified packaging exporters that specifically export from Germany (or the EU) and produce the packaging type you need (tell me product type: dairy, dry snacks, liquids, frozen, etc.).
- Contact templates / checklist to request HACCP + certificate + migration test reports from suppliers.
- Find certified converters in a specific German region (e.g., Bavaria, North Rhine‑Westphalia).
If you want a Germany‑focused shortlist, tell me the product type (e.g., chilled dairy, UHT milk, dry snacks, frozen ready meals) and the packaging format you need (carton, flexible pouch, tray, bottle, corrugated box), and I’ll pull a tailored list of HACCP‑certified exporters with their recent certificates and contact suggestions.