Recently, our group company Manali Petrochemicals Limited, achieved yet another milestone. It received the FSSC 22000 certification for both its plants, awarded for the manufacture of Propylene Glycol (PG) used in the food industry.
This places MPL among the over 41,000 organisations globally that have received this certification, meeting one of the most rigorous food safety standards in the world.
A Measure of Quality
PG enters food and medicinal products directly, a fact that makes the stakes for quality and safety exceptionally high and positions food safety certifications as key benchmarks. FSSC 22000 is issued by the Foundation for Food Safety Certification and is recognised by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). It certifies that a manufacturer’s food safety management system meets the highest international standards across the entire production process.
MPL’s PG already complies with FSSAI and Halal certifications, alongside international pharmacopoeia standards. This comprehensive compliance framework shows the seriousness with which we approach the question of quality, one shaped and reinforced by us at the group level.
The new certification is a further vindication of MPL’s product, one that strengthens customer confidence at a foundational level.
High Standards
At AM International, two of the most important pillars that guide operations across our group are sustainability and compliance. Both pave the way for responsible manufacturing. For the food and pharmaceutical space that PG serves, this entails accountability to consumers, sustainable practices, and regard for stakeholders. MPL’s alignment with FSSC 22000 demonstrates that operational excellence and sustainable practices are in fact complementary priorities.
The company’s credentials in sustainability are further illustrated by its recent ISCC+ certification for PG, a globally recognised sustainability certification that covers the responsible sourcing and processing of bio-based and circular materials. This achievement has strengthened MPL’s ESG positioning and enhanced the value of its product portfolio from both environmental and market perspectives.
These twin successes are the result of a philosophy that places importance on sustainability and accountability to all stakeholders, from investors and partners to wider communities.
The new certification is a further vindication of its product, one that strengthens customer confidence at a foundational level.
The Big Picture
Food-grade PG performs various roles in a wide range of food and pharmaceutical applications, from flavour carriers and humectants to topical formulations and pharmaceutical solvents.
This makes its quality a public health concern as much as a commercial one. This presents both an opportunity and an obligation to countries like India. As a significant producer and consumer of chemical intermediates, it must prioritise investment in R&D and establish rigorous quality assurance.
MPL’s achievements contribute to that larger project, that of Atmanirbhar Bharat. It reflects our commitment to building globally competitive and high-quality manufacturing capabilities in India. It also demonstrates how Indian manufacturers can readily meet the standards that global markets demand.
MPL’s alignment with FSSC 22000 demonstrates that operational excellence and sustainable practices are in fact complementary priorities.
Built on Process and People
The FSSC 22000 certification is a reflection of our well-curated processes and the continuous efforts to align with globally recognised best practices. It shows a commitment to food safety, quality and operational excellence, all of which sit at the core of how we operate.
At AM International, we continue building these values and remain focused on serving our customers with reliability and responsibility.
