Certifications

1. What certifications does DKS Aromatic hold?

DKS Aromatic is IFS Food, Kosher, and Halal certified. These certifications guarantee food safety, high production process quality, and compliance with the religious requirements demanded by Jewish and Islamic markets.

2. Why is it important to choose a certified flavor manufacturer?

A certified supplier reduces the risk of non-compliance across the entire supply chain. Certifications serve as proof of periodic audits conducted by accredited third-party bodies on hygiene, traceability, and risk management (including the HACCP system). For food companies, this also translates into smoother access to markets and distributors with high safety standards.

3. Where can I consult the DKS Aromatic certificates? How can I request an official copy?

Official copies of DKS Aromatic’s IFS Food, Kosher, and Halal certificates can be requested for vendor audit or internal qualification purposes by contacting our sales team. Please fill out the contact form to submit your request.

4. Does DKS Aromatic’s certification cover the entire product range or only specific lines?

The IFS Food certification covers the entire production facility in Corsico (Milan) and DKS Aromatic’s quality and food safety management system: as a result, it automatically applies to all flavors produced by the company, regardless of the line or code.

Kosher and Halal certifications, on the other hand, are requested and issued on a code-by-code basis, as they depend on the specific composition of each individual flavor rather than a general production process. DKS Aromatic currently has several hundred Kosher-certified codes and as many Halal-certified codes, making it possible to request an updated list or verify the certification of an individual product by contacting us prior to purchase.

5. Is it possible to request a custom flavor that is both Kosher and Halal certified?

Yes, DKS Aromatic can develop custom flavors that meet both Kosher and Halal requirements simultaneously, starting with an analysis of the customer’s needs. Thanks to a catalog of over 10,000 flavors and the company’s production flexibility, it is possible to recreate existing profiles or create new ones in full compliance with both certifications.

6. Does DKS Aromatic also supply companies outside of Italy?

Yes, DKS Aromatic supplies food companies outside of Italy as well, providing internationally recognized certifications (IFS Food, Kosher, Halal) that facilitate access to markets with high regulatory standards.

7. What is IFS Food certification and who needs it?

IFS Food (International Featured Standard Food) is an international standard that certifies food safety, production process quality, and regulatory compliance for food industry companies. It primarily serves manufacturers supplying large-scale retail and the food industry, where customers require guarantees verified by independent external audits.

8. How often is DKS Aromatic’s IFS Food audit renewed?

The IFS Food standard requires an annual renewal audit conducted by an accredited certification body, involving continuous verification of hygiene, HACCP, and production process controls.

9. What is the difference between IFS Food and other certifications like BRC or ISO 22000?

IFS Food, BRC, and ISO 22000 are food safety standards with similar but non-identical objectives: IFS Food and BRC are “GFSI” standards heavily requested by European large-scale retail and involve in-depth audits on processes and products, whereas ISO 22000 is a more general management system that applies outside the food sector as well. DKS Aromatic selected IFS Food due to its widespread adoption among industrial and large-scale retail clients.

10. What does it mean if a flavor is Kosher certified?

A Kosher-certified flavor complies with Jewish dietary laws (Kashrut): all raw materials used are verified as kosher or compatible, there is no cross-contamination with non-kosher products or equipment, and the production process is supervised through periodic audits and inspections by an accredited rabbinical body.

11. Can a Kosher flavor also be used in non-Kosher products?

Yes. A Kosher-certified flavor can be used in any food product, whether kosher or not, as the certification guarantees additional standards of control and traceability without restricting its use in any way. For this reason, many companies select Kosher flavors simply as an extra guarantee of quality.

12. Which organization issued DKS Aromatic’s Kosher certification?

DKS Aromatic Srl’s Kosher certification is issued by Services International Kosher Supervision Ltd. (S.I.K.S. Ltd.), under the rabbinical supervision of Rabbi Moshe Saadoun (Kashrut Administrator).

DKS Aromatic’s eligible products and flavors are certified with Kosher Parve status for year-round use (not suitable for Passover) and feature the official SIKS logo on the label.

The rabbinical body conducts periodic audits and inspections on raw materials and production processes at the Corsico (MI) facility to ensure ongoing compliance with Kashrut regulations.

13. What does Halal certification guarantee for a food flavor?

Halal certification guarantees that a flavor complies with Islamic law (Shariah) principles: all ingredients are permissible (Halal) and fully documented, the production process prevents any contact with Haram substances, and periodic checks verify ongoing compliance with all requirements, alongside clear labeling of the certified product.

14. Do DKS’s Halal flavors contain alcohol or impermissible animal derivatives?

In the Halal flavor sector, one of the most critical aspects involves the use of alcohol as a technical solvent during extraction: international Halal standards are not uniform, as some tolerate minimal trace amounts if not derived from prohibited sources (khamr) and non-intoxicating, while others require complete absence. DKS Aromatic’s Halal certification addresses this aspect on a code-by-code basis: for each specific flavor, we can confirm upon request, the exact status of compliance, including any potential use of alcohol as a solvent.

15. Who certified DKS Aromatic’s flavors as Halal?

DKS Aromatic’s Halal certification is issued by Halal Italia, the official certification body affiliated with COREIS (Italian Islamic Religious Community), which conducts audits, inspections, and periodic controls at the Corsico (MI) facility.

The certification attests to product compliance with key international Halal standards (including OIC/SMIIC, GSO, UAE.S, MS 1500, and SJPH Indonesia).