1. Standard Compliance for Raw Material
Shafiqah Fadhilah Husna Fairoza

2. Definition
Compliance means conforming to a rule, such as a specification, policy and standard.

3. Raw Material Selection
selects the appropriate raw materials based on functionality.
Functionality
providing identified characteristics of the finished product
organoleptic characteristics
product safety characteristics
preservatives

4. Plant Discussions and Trials
OSHA Considerations
Either the new material present a potential safety or handling concern to the employees or the facility
Product Safety Considerations
The Nutraceutical safety team assesses the potential biological, chemical, and physical hazards affiliated with the raw material (HACCP)

5. Facility and Equipment Capabilities
Capability of equipment to handle the raw material
Sufficient storage capacity for raw material
Material and Production Costs
Raw material and semi-finished products cost
Fuel and energy cost
Packaging cost
Other material cost

6. Raw Material Specifications
The name of the product and the supplier’s item number.
Components or composition of the material.
Organoleptic information (appearance, flavor, and aroma).
Pertinent physical, chemical, and microbiological information.
Shipping and storage information.
Shelf life.
Handling directions.

7. Validation and Documentation
A clear understanding of the materials being purchased is vital for suppliers and customers alike.
Materials that do not meet expectations can significantly reduce productivity, increase costs due to additional testing, rework, or destruction, and can place the product, company, customers, and consumers at risk for hazardous issues