• Send documents via email rather than physical mail.
  • Create a prepaid, self-addressed mailing insert from an express delivery service (e.g., FedEx, UPS) for the return of the completed GMP certificate. Please include the mailer insert with the application material mailed or emailed to feed.certs.mda@state.mn.us.
What can be done to improve turnaround time for a GMP Certificate request?
  • Send documents via email rather than physical mail.
  • Create a prepaid, self-addressed mailing insert from an express delivery service (e.g., FedEx, UPS) for the return of the completed GMP certificate. Please include the mailer insert with the application material mailed or emailed to feed.certs.mda@state.mn.us.
No

A GMP Certificate applies to the inspection status of the manufacturing facility and does not require naming of specific products. A Certificate of Free Sale applies to products specifically named on the Free Sale Certificate.

What is the difference between a GMP Certificate and a Certificate of Free Sale?

A GMP Certificate applies to the inspection status of the manufacturing facility and does not require naming of specific products. A Certificate of Free Sale applies to products specifically named on the Free Sale Certificate.

No

A GMP inspection may be required depending on your inspection history and the specifics of your operation.

Will my facility need an inspection?

A GMP inspection may be required depending on your inspection history and the specifics of your operation.

No

  • Send documents via email rather than physical mail.
  • Create a prepaid, self-addressed mailing insert from an express delivery service (e.g., FedEx, UPS) for the return of the completed GMP certificate. Please include the mailer insert with the application material mailed or emailed to feed.certs.mda@state.mn.us.

A GMP Certificate applies to the inspection status of the manufacturing facility and does not require naming of specific products. A Certificate of Free Sale applies to products specifically named on the Free Sale Certificate.

A GMP inspection may be required depending on your inspection history and the specifics of your operation.

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You will need to determine your predominant mode of sales.  If you know or estimate that at least 50% of your gross annual food sales will be to other businesses/establishments, then you will be required to obtain a Wholesale Food Processor/Manufacturer license at your processing location. If you have questions regarding your predominant method of sales, please contact the MDA Licensing Liaison.