Amsterdam-based Cefetra Premium Oils, has achieved a significant milestone by recently obtaining the EU & China organic certifications, allowing the company to expand its product range of plant-based oils to the organic food ingredients-, cosmetics-, and pet-food markets. The company has positioned itself to meet the growing demand for organic oils, particularly from brands that prioritize sustainability and high-quality natural ingredients.
Magdalena Baars, Quality and Food Safety Manager of Cefetra Premium Oils
Key Milestone
Peter Bos, General Manager of Cefetra Premium Oils, expressed his enthusiasm for the company’s entry into the organic market. “We are looking forward to entering the organic market and offering our products to the highly valued brands. For us this is an important step in our development and shows our commitment to both product quality and sustainable agricultural practices”, Peter said.
According to him, Cefetra Premium Oils is committed to not only growing its organic business but also investing in beyond-organic practices in all sourcing regions.
For Cefetra Premium Oils, entering this market with the EU & China organic certifications gives them a competitive edge, especially given the rising demand for organic ingredients in both food and non-food sectors. Their range of nutritional oils is expected to cater to brands looking for high-quality, certified organic oils of the highest international standards.
Peter Bos, General Manager of Cefetra Premium Oils
Achieving the Certification: A Team Effort
Magdalena Baars, the company’s Quality and Food Safety Manager played a crucial role in leading the certification process. According to Magdalena, while the audits went smoothly, they required considerable time and effort to ensure that every detail complied with the organic regulations.
“The certification audits were a success, particularly the EU Organic certification, which took a significant effort”, said Magdalena. “I am incredibly proud of our team’s dedication and the collective hard work that made this possible. As a firm believer that organic is the future, this is a truly happy moment for me,” she added, highlighting her personal passion for organic ingredients.
The company believes that organic certifications are not just a business opportunity but a step toward a more responsible way of offering nutritional oils. The team’s commitment to these principles was critical in meeting the high standards required for certifications.
A Focus on Sustainability and Beyond
For Cefetra Premium Oils, achieving EU & China organic certifications is not the end of their journey but rather the beginning of a broader commitment. The company views organic production as closely linked to sustainable agricultural practices, and they are eager to push these boundaries further. The company is committed to working together with their local partners to promote sustainability, enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and reduce the environmental footprint of their operations.
Their first batches of organic avocado oil, sourced from East Africa, were recently shipped out to customers, marking the starting point of the organic journey.
Looking Ahead
As Cefetra Premium Oils moves forward with its organic certifications, the company has ambitious plans for the future. Their goal is to become a leading global supplier of organic nutritional oils, catering to the food, pet food, and cosmetic industries that prioritize sustainable and high-quality, natural ingredients.
Soon, Cefetra Premium Oils will expand its organic products portfolio and is working towards obtaining more organic-and-beyond certifications. As the general manager Peter Bos concluded: “Our vision is to keep growing our business in a positive way while at the same time creating a positive impact in our sourcing regions and local communities. Our EU & China organic certification is the first step towards that goal”.
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