Food Manufacturing & Processing Business Registration
Businesses that manufacture, process, or package food products must register with the local public health center under the Food Sanitation Act. This registration is the starting point for any food production business in Korea.
How We Handle It
Facility Review
Assessment of production facility against legal standards
Document Prep
Preparation of health center submission documents
Filing
Submission and facility inspection
Completion
Receipt of registration certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What facility conditions are required?
A. A dedicated production area separate from living spaces, proper sanitation facilities, and ventilation are required.
Q. Is HACCP certification required?
A. HACCP is mandatory for certain food categories (meat, fish, dairy, etc.) and strongly recommended for others.
Q. How long does registration take?
A. Approximately 2–3 weeks after document submission and facility inspection.