QIMA Antibiotic Free Mark

Only pertinent to the Brazilian market

The use of antibiotics in animal nutrition has been around since the 1950s, when it was discovered in the laboratory that these substances could be used to promote growth and improve herd performance. However, the excessive and unrestricted application for years resulted in animal resistance to some drugs and led to several discussions in the industry.

Consumers attentive to evaluations and research began to demand the exclusion of antibiotics not only in preventive actions, but also in curative treatment, banning once and for all the use of these components. Alert and in accordance with the requirements, producers are increasingly seeking to meet consumers, supermarket chains, and food industries that want to consume and have in their portfolios products without the use of antibiotics.

What is the value of the QIMA Antibiotic Free Mark?

The Antibiotic-Free Mark assures that there is no use of the components in any way in the creation of that animal: either preventative (to improve production) or curative (as medicine). Food products can be produced in a variety of ways, allowing the consumer freedom of choice. The Antibiotic-Free Mark serves to meet a specific demand from a group of users who believe that products free of drug substances are more beneficial to health.

Antibiotic Free Principles: What the QIMA Marks attests to

The certification can be applied to both producers (primary production) and food industries, ensuring that in the phases of the animal's production system, including nutritional and sanitary management, as well as in the product production process (slaughter, processing and packaging), growth promoters and antibiotics are not used. The Mark also attests that traceability is maintained throughout the production chain.

After the audit and laboratory analysis results of the feed and final products, the company's production procedures are certified, validating the requirements below:

• The ingredients of the diet are of vegetable origin;

• Growth promoters, antibiotics and anticoccidials are not used;

• Traceability is maintained throughout the entire production chain.

Through this process, the organization obtains the certificate and the license to use the "Antibiotic-Free" brand, undergoing audits at regular intervals to maintain its status as a certified company and authorized to use the mark to communicate clearly to its consumers at the point of sale.

The Antibiotic-Free Mark strengthens the company's brand and commitment to providing its consumers with transparency and a reliable product.

Why do you need the Antibiotic-Free Mark?

• Because it offers an opportunity to show the market and consumers the strict auditing and certification process your company has undergone;

• The identification is applied on the product packaging and communicates clearly and directly with your consumer;

• It stands out on the shelf in front of the competitors;

• You gain the trust of the final consumer;

• Large retailers and food industries prioritize working with suppliers and producers that already have food safety protocols;

• It gains more trust from the final consumer;

• It makes the company more transparent and aligned with ethical values and sustainability that govern today's global marketplace.

Why choose the QIMA Antibiotic Free Mark?

Efficient communication and customer service

• Agile and responsive technical support at all stages.

• Transparent certification process and adherence to deadlines.

• Proven service quality, with an NPS satisfaction metric of 72 points.

Cost and time optimization

• Integrated audits that minimize the number of visits and costs.

• Simplified processes that reduce operational impacts.

• Strategic and efficient allocation of auditors.

Sector Leadership

• Pioneering company with over 30 years of experience in food safety, organic certification, and sustainability.

• Complete certification ecosystem, from farm to table.

• Advanced technology for compliance monitoring.