Substantial product information The minimum requirement for product information is usually stipulated by legislation and stated in the standard contracts used in our business. Requirements for further information depend on the type of delivery. For example, they vary according to whether the product is standard or highly refined; and whether they are ingredients or final consumer products. AAK’s product information sheets sometimes have different names in different countries, but in general, three types of information are available: A matter of trust When it comes to meeting customers’ needs and expectations, trust is just as important as our products. Our customers must be able to rely on AAK as a safe supplier, and particularly upon our commitment to working in an ethically sound manner. Our Code of Conduct, which applies to all AAK staff, regulates how we interact with both customers and suppliers. The Code is based on the same standards as the supplier codes that our customers expect us to follow, encompassing ILO conventions, human rights, OECD guidelines and the UN Global Compact. The AAK Code of Conduct is our guarantee to customers that we act responsibly, right across our organisation. Third party certification of AAK production plants Uffe Pilgaard Rikke Topp Petersen Lead Auditor Tuborg Parkvej 8, 2., DK-2900 Hellerup, Denmark. Tel: +45 39 45 48 00,www.dnv.com / www.dnv.dk BM TRADA certify that the RSPO Supply Chain System of AarhusKarlshamn UK Ltd King George Dock Hull North Humberside HU9 5PX complies with the RSPO Supply Chain Certification Systems, version November 2011. This guarantees that the criteria for processing RSPO certified sustainable palm oil through one or more of the supply chain models as stated in the RSPO Supply Chain Certification Systems have been met. Management representative and contact details: Mike Stewart mike.stewart@aak.com Scope of Certification The refining of palm oils and incorporation into bulk blends, foodservice, bakery and speciality oil products. Supply chain model assessed: Mass Balance Segregation Identity Preserved 10 | AAK Responsible Growth Product Information Sheet / Product Specification specifies the physical and chemical properties of the products and are often be part of a contract Material Safety Data Sheet relates to safety issues, often concerning transport. It is a legal requirement for chemicals, but not for food. However, most customers demand this information Quality & Product Safety Sheet contains additional information related to the product such as allergens, GMOs, contaminants, country of origin, raw materials and additives, typical fatty acid composition, etc. Infant Nutrition AAK – the preferred partner in fats for Infant Nutrition For the majority of products, a Certificate of Analysis accompanies each delivery. The certificate is produced by the relevant AAK laboratory and confirms compliance with agreed product specifications. 100 percent are certified to one or more internationally recognised food safety standards (FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 / BRC) 72 percent of sites handling palm oil have RSPO Supply Chain Certification 50 percent are quality management certified according to ISO 9001 40 percent are environmentally certified according to ISO 14001 In addition, various production plants are also certified according to other standards such as national energy standards, organic standard KRAV, feed safety, health and safety, Halal and Kosher production. DET NORSKEVERITAS MANAGEMENT SYSTEMCERTIFICATE Certificate No. 24137-2008-AQ-DEN-DANAK This is to certify that AarhusKarlshamn Denmark A/S has been found to conform to the management system standard: DS/EN ISO 9001:2008 This certificate is valid for the following product or service ranges: Product development, production and sales of edible oils and fats. Locations included in the certification will appear in the appendix. This certificate is valid until: 2014-05-31 Place and date: Hellerup, 2011-06-07 DETNORSKE VERITAS, BUSINESS ASSURANCE,DANMARK A/S Certification audit has been performed by DANAK SYSTEM Reg.nr. 5001 Managing Director Lack of fulfilment of conditions as set out in the Certification Agreement may render this certificate invalid. Det Norske Veritas, Business Assurance, Danmark A/S Food safety is another area of customer concern. To satisfy the requirements of customers as well as national and international legislation, our production plants are certified in accordance with recognised standards, and subject to regular audit by third parties. AAK’s Quality Control functions ensure and document that each and every delivery lives up to specifications and all food safety requirements. Our vision is to be our customers’ first choice in value-added vegetable oil solutions. To achieve that, it is important for us to show our customers that AAK is a responsible, trustworthy supplier that would never compromise their brands. Bakery solutions – Shortening your way to success! Bakery Dairy Solutions Certificate Number BMTRSPO000022 RSPO Member Number 200010400000 Date of initial BM TRADA Certification 4 April 2011 Date of last issue 29 March 2012 Date of expiry 3 April 2017 Date of first RSPO Certification 4 April 2011 Chiltern House, Stocking Lane, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP14 4ND Further clarification regarding the scope of this certificate and verification of the certificate is available through BM TRADA. This certificate remains the property of BM TRADA Certification Ltd And can be withdrawn in case of terminations as mentioned in the contract or in case of changes or deviations of the abovementioned data. The licensee is obliged to inform BM TRADA immediately of any changes in the above mentioned data. Only an original and signed certificate is valid. For multisite clients the scope of certification shown above includes facilities shown in Appendix A CB Certificate Number 00110 BM TRADA Certification is accredited for ISO/IEC Guide 65:1996 and approved by RSPO on 30th March 2010. Signed on behalf of BM TRADA Certification Ltd Vic Bowen, Chief Operating Officer
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