Downers Grove, IL; March 29, 2011: Flavorchem Corporation, a leader in flavor and color product solutions for the food & beverage industries, announced that they have received SQF 2000 Level 2 certification. SQF (Safe Quality Food) is a leading, comprehensive, and global food safety and quality management certification system. It is designed to be a food safety program, but also covers product quality – a feature that is unique to this type of certification program. The certification process involves a rigorous two part audit conducted by highly trained auditors that evaluates a company’s food safety program, pest control, operational methods, maintenance, cleaning and personnel practices.

"Our SQF certification demonstrates Flavorchem’s commitment to food safety,” said Dave Russo, Compliance Manager at Flavorchem. “It confirms our dedication to outstanding food quality and safety and further highlights the extensive food security measures we have implemented.”