China Organic Food Certification
China Organic Food Certification Center (COFCC)
This is an organic food and product label whose mission is to promote the development of organic agriculture and food in China.
The China Organic Food Certification takes approximately 12 weeks.
Key Strengths
- First and most recognized organic certification body in China, approved by CNCA
- Backed by China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, giving it strong regulatory authority
- Covers a wide range of products including crops, livestock, aquaculture, and processed foods
- Enables use of the official China Organic Product mark on certified products
- Provides access to China's large and rapidly growing domestic organic market
- Offers inspector training programs and ongoing technical support for certified entities
Ideal For
This certification is best suited for Chinese agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and processors seeking to market organic products domestically in China. It is particularly valuable for farms, cooperatives, and food companies that want to access China's growing premium organic consumer market and comply with Chinese national organic standards.
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2002
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Program WebsiteChina Organic Food Certification Center (COFCC)Last verified Mar 11, 2026