MO Macau B2B Food Procurement Structure Data Sheet v3 (HACCP/Food Safety Bureau)
| Certification Type | Applying Organization | Fee (MOP) | Processing Time | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HACCP Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (Third-party International Management System Certification) | Select independently from third-party certification bodies designated byCPTTM or recognized by the market; CPTTM provides subsidies and a list of supported bodies | Government has no publicly fixed fee; based on quotes from certification bodies. CPTTM's subsidy program specifies that certification audit fees may be reimbursed upon successful certification per the subsidy contract. | Not a government license; time depends on company documentation, on-site rectification, and audit scheduling | HACCP is not a B2B import "license" issued directly by the Municipal Services Bureau/Food Safety Bureau. The publicly available local list in Macau is mainly compiled by CPTTM, with data sourced from the subsidy program, certified bodies, or certification bodies. |
| ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System | Third-party certification body; supported by CPTTM International Management Certification Subsidy Program | Government has no publicly fixed fee; based on quotes from certification bodies, audit fees may be reimbursed per the subsidy contract upon success | Varies depending on audit and rectification | More comprehensive food safety management system than HACCP. Provides stronger procurement endorsement for hotels, central kitchens, food processing, and large B2B supply chains. |
| Import Permit/Declaration and Scheduled Sanitary Inspection (meat, dairy, produce, eggs, etc. – mandatory inspection food items) | Municipal Services Bureau Food Inspection and Quarantine Division | Application processing fee waived; import permit form MOP 4; import declaration MOP 3; inspection fees charged per Municipal Services Bureau fee schedule | 1 working day | Apply at least 1 working day before goods import. Must submit copy of import permit/declaration and original sanitary certificate valid in the exporting region; fresh/chilled meat, frozen meat, and meat products require separate registration of importing meat premises. |
| Registration of Premises for Import (chilled meat/frozen meat/meat products) | Municipal Services Bureau | No fee required | 30 working days from complete document submission | New registration requires application form, information registration form, ID/commercial registration documents, M/1 business registration or amendment return form, property/use proof, 1:100 facility floor plan. Registration is non-transferable and valid until December 31 of that calendar year. |
| Macau-Manufactured Food Safety Supervision Cooperation Arrangement for Export to Mainland China (manufacturers exporting to Mainland, not B2B import) | Municipal Services Bureau | Application processing fee waived; pre-export sanitary clearance documents charged per current fee schedule | Municipal Services Bureau will make contact for interview and site inspection within 15 working days of receipt; total review time depends on completeness of food safety management system | Applicant must meet Mainland admission requirements and have a food safety management system in place, including raw material control, production process control, food quality control, and product traceability control. |
HACCP Certification Process
For Macau B2B food importers, it is essential to distinguish between two separate tracks: the first is the administrative import procedures handled by the IACM Food Inspection and Quarantine Division, and the second is third-party food safety management system certification such as HACCP or ISO 22000. The IACM requires controlled food products such as meat, seafood, dairy and dairy products, fresh produce, and eggs to undergo pre-import declaration, quarantine appointment, and submission of valid sanitary certificates prior to entry; for chilled meat, quick-frozen meat, or meat products, an import meat premise registration must first be obtained. These are mandatory procedures for procurement and customs clearance, but they do not mean the enterprise has obtained HACCP certification.
HACCP certification is generally applied for by enterprises through a third-party certification body. The practical process typically begins with an internal gap analysis: first defining the product scope, supply chain nodes, warehousing cold chain, receiving inspection, returns, recall, cleaning and disinfection, pest control, employee hygiene, and temperature records for prerequisites, then establishing hazard analysis, critical control points, critical limits, monitoring methods, corrective actions, verification, and record keeping. For B2B food importers, the focus is not only on documentation, but also on whether they can link supplier certifications, origin/sanitary certificates, batch traceability, cold chain temperatures, warehouse zoning, and delivery records into an auditable system.
No public procedure or fixed fee schedule for "HACCP Import Certification" directly issued by the IASM has been found in Macau. The most reliable public information is the International Management Certification Subsidy Program offered by the Macau Productivity and Technology Transfer Center (CPTTM): HACCP, ISO 22000, and FSSC 22000 are all within the subsidy scope, and enterprises/private institutions legally established and located in Macau may apply; upon successful certification, the applying organization may receive reimbursement of certification audit fees according to the subsidy agreement. In other words, costs should be quoted by the certification body, and CPTTM can provide subsidy, support, and reference checking for importers. For purchasers, the most practical approach is to require suppliers to provide valid HACCP/ISO 22000 certificates, certificate scope, expiry date, certification body, latest surveillance audit status, as well as IASM import/premise registration and sanitary documentation for each batch.
Main Certified Suppliers
The following are examples from CPTTM's public HACCP certification organization list that are more relevant to B2B food supply, frozen meat, food processing, logistics, or Japanese food procurement scenarios; this list is not the Municipal Affairs Bureau's official importer whitelist, so verification of certificate validity, certification scope, and recent audit status is still required before procurement.
| Supplier/Organization | Certification Year | Type Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Nanguang Gufeng Distribution Co., Ltd. / Xinxuebao Frozen Meat Specialty Store | 2013 | Distribution/Frozen Meat Supply Related |
| Nanguang Logistics Co., Ltd. | 2014 | Logistics and Food Supply Chain Related |
| Zheng Zhongji Seafood & Frozen Meat Co., Ltd. | 2017 | Seafood/Frozen Meat Related |
| Anji Frozen Meat Food Co., Ltd. | 2020 | Frozen Meat Food Related |
| Nam Tai Trading Co. | 2021 | Trading Supply Related |
| Luhong Vegetable Trading Co. | 2021 | Vegetable Trading Related |
| Seng Kee Co. | 2022 | Food Supply/Trading Related |
| Xin'erder Frozen Meat Food Co., Ltd. | 2023 | Frozen Meat Food Related |
| Sai Man Trading Co. | 2024 | Food Trading Related |
| Fukuoka Japanese Food Co., Ltd. | 2025 | Japanese Food Supply Related |
| Hop Jinglee Trading Co., Ltd. | 2025 | Food Trading Related |
| Hokkaido Food Factory | 2025 | Japan/Hokkaido Food Processing Related |
| Katooya Food Co., Ltd. – Katooya Food Processing Plant | 2025 | Japanese Food Processing Related |
| Kwong Kee Frozen Food Co., Ltd. | 2025 | Frozen Food Related |
| Hang Fung Hong (Macau) Co., Ltd. | 2025 | Food Supply/Trading Related |
Main Contact and Verification Portal
- IASM Food Safety Information: Food Safety Hotline 2833 8181; Email foodsafety@iam.gov.mo.
- IASM Food Inspection and Quarantine Division: Import Permit/Declaration and Quarantine Inquiry Hotline 2852 6943; Service locations include South Bay China Plaza 2/F Integrated Service Center, Northern District Civic Service Center, and Islands District Civic Service Center.
- CPTTM Standards, Management and Training Examination Department: Tel +853 2878 1313; Fax +853 2878 8233; Email quality@cpttm.org.mo. HACCP / ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 certification subsidies and list of certified organizations available for inquiry.
References
- Macau SAR Government Portal: PS-1102 Import Licence/Declaration Processing Procedures and Quarantine Booking (IOSM), last updated 2026-04-16.
- Macau SAR Government Portal: PS-1281 Registration of Import Premises (Chilled Meat/Frozen Meat/Meat Products) – New Registration, last updated 2026-02-09.
- Food Safety Information IOSM: Contact Us; "Guidelines and Application Procedures for the Cooperation Arrangement on Food Safety Supervision for Macao Products Exported to Mainland China".
- Macau Productivity and Technology Transfer Centre: List of HACCP Certified Bodies; List of ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System Certifications; International Management Certification Subsidy Scheme.
Data Date: 2026-05-10
Data Sources / Related Verification
This article's data is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (MO_datatable_B2B採購結構_v3.md), with reference to publicly available official data from the MO region and industry documents. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HACCP a license issued by the Macau government?
No. HACCP is a third-party international management system certification, applied for by enterprises themselves from certification bodies—not directly issued by the Municipal Services Bureau or Food Safety Bureau.
How much does it cost for Macau enterprises to apply for HACCP certification?
The government has no publicly posted fixed fees; costs depend on the certification body's quotation. However, upon successful certification, the certification audit fee can be reimbursed through the CPTTM subsidy program.
What is the main difference between ISO 22000 and HACCP?
ISO 22000 is a more comprehensive food safety management system, providing stronger procurement endorsement for hotels, central kitchens, and large B2B supply chains.
Who must be contacted for import permits before importing food?
You must apply for an import permit and schedule inspection with the Municipal Services Bureau's Food Inspection and Quarantine Division, and submit a valid sanitary certificate from the exporting region.
Does importing chilled meat require additional registration?
Yes. Imports of chilled meat, frozen meat, and meat products require registration with the Municipal Services Bureau for imported meat premises, valid until December 31 of that calendar year.
