{"id":2204,"date":"2025-12-04T15:17:52","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T08:17:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturefoods.com.vn\/?p=2204"},"modified":"2025-12-05T14:17:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T07:17:12","slug":"what-is-sedex-smeta-audit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturefoods.com.vn\/en\/what-is-sedex-smeta-audit\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Sedex? The Global Standard for Ethical and Responsible Supply Chains"},"content":{"rendered":"

What is Sedex? The Global Standard for Ethical and Responsible Supply Chains<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In the era of conscious capitalism, global importers demand more than just “Quality” or “Price.” They require proof that products are “Clean” ethically. Sedex<\/b> has emerged as the definitive mirror reflecting a company’s transparency and social responsibility, distinguishing reputable suppliers from the rest of the market.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Nature Foods (NFC)<\/b>, alongside rigorous food safety certifications like BRCGS and ISO 22000, compliance with Sedex standards is our strongest commitment to a sustainable manufacturing process, respecting human rights and protecting the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is Sedex?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Sedex<\/strong> (Supplier Ethical Data Exchange<\/strong><\/em>) is a global non-profit membership organization that provides the world\u2019s largest collaborative platform for sharing responsible sourcing data on supply chains.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nUnlike certifications that focus solely on the final product quality, Sedex<\/b> focuses on the entire operation process through the SMETA<\/b> (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) methodology. This tool helps over 75,000 businesses in 180 countries manage and improve performance regarding labor rights, health & safety, the environment, and business ethics.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 4 Pillars of SMETA Audit<\/span><\/h2>\n

To be recognized on the Sedex system, businesses must undergo rigorous audits based on the 4-Pillars of SMETA<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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