good manufacturing practice
Any practice regarding the conditions and measures necessary to ensure the safety and suitability of food at all stages of the food chain
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is a set of rules and procedures that ensure food products are consistently produced and controlled to meet quality and safety standards. This covers all stages of production, including sourcing ingredients, processing, packaging, and storage, to prevent contamination and ensure the food is safe to eat.
EFSA uses GMP as a reference when evaluating the safety of foods, additives, and other food-related products. By relying on foods produced under GMP, EFSA can be confident that the data used in risk assessments reflect real-world production and that the resulting recommendations help protect public health..