The Gold Standard in Gluten Safety: 5 PPM Certification

While 20 ppm is the legal limit, it isn’t always enough for the most sensitive consumers. Join the brands providing an added layer of protection, endorsed by the National Celiac Association.

Endorsed by the National Celiac Association

GFFP is the only gluten-free certification program endorsed by the National Celiac Association (NCA). The endorsement connects GFFP’s certification requirements to the real-world needs of the celiac community, and gives certified businesses independent, third-party-backed credibility with gluten-free consumers.

Beyond Compliance. Toward Absolute Trust.

The 5 ppm Requirement: Our standards are 4x stricter than the FDA/Health Canada legal limit. We provide the safety net that the most sensitive consumers require.

  • Verified Transparency: We provide the objective, third-party oversight that self-claims lack. Give your customers data-backed proof of safety.
  • Risk Mitigation: Protect your brand from cross-contact liability and costly recalls with verified, rigorous protocols.

Your Journey to Gluten-Free Certification Starts Here

GFFP offers three pathways, depending on what you want to certify.
Each one is designed to fit a different type of business or guest environment.

GF Certified

This pathway is for packaged foods, ingredients, and manufactured product lines that need gluten-free certification tied to defined requirements and verification.

Gluten threshold: ≤5 ppm.
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GF Approved

This pathway is for restaurants, bakeries, cafés, caterers, and commercial kitchens that want to strengthen gluten-free controls and give guests added confidence.

Gluten threshold: ≤20 ppm. Lower gluten levels supported where achievable.
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Gluten-Free Destinations

This pathway is for hotels, resorts, and destination-style properties that want to support gluten-free dining and guest experience across a broader hospitality setting.

Gluten threshold: ≤20 ppm. Lower gluten levels supported where achievable.
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Foodservice and destination certification paths also include GF‑Smart™ training, giving key staff GF‑Smart™ Trained Food Handler status for three years.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Certification is Your Connection to the Community

Earning your certification is just the beginning. Through our complimentary Certification Plus™, your brand is featured on Gluten-Free Finder, connecting you directly with thousands of consumers actively looking for verified products and venues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions about the 5 ppm standard or the certification process? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

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Ready to Elevate Your Standard?

Whether you are ready to start your certification journey or simply want to learn more about our protocols, our experts are here to help.