UPDATE about the launch date of Version 7.
Version 7 (V7) of the FSSC 22000 Scheme was under development in the last quarter of 2025, as mentioned earlier in this news article.
Publication Timeline for FSSC 22000 V7
Foundation FSSC can now confirm that Version 7 of the FSSC 22000 Scheme is expected to be published early in May 2026. Certification Bodies and Certified Organizations will still be given a 12-month transition period to allow for effective implementation of the new version.
Insights Webinar on Version 7
We will be hosting a public FSSC Insights Webinar on V7 on the 6th of May 2026. View this article to register for the Version 7 Webinar.
To stay informed about V7, please follow FSSC’s official channels: our website, LinkedIn page, and newsletters.
Rationale for Developing FSSC 22000 Version 7
The main factors that initiated the development of this version were:
- Incorporating the new ISO 22002-x:2025 series on pre-requisite programs
- Aligning of the Scheme with the GFSI benchmarking requirements v2024
- Strengthening the requirements to support organizations in their contributions to meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Providing a more defined structure for the division of food chain categories
- Editorial changes and amendments as part of continuous improvement
Reminder: Continuation of FSSC 22000 Version 6
FSSC 22000 Version 6 continues to utilize the existing ISO/TS 22002-X series as defined under the Scheme, Part 1, Table 1. The ISO/TS 22002-X series are still available to buy from National Standards Bodies.
