Producers reducing potential pathogens and other hazards through food safety practices is another important factor in gauging standards.
[1] The International Organization for Standardization identifies requirements for a producer's food safety management system, including the processes and procedures a company must follow to control hazards and promote safe products, through ISO 22000.
[4] The judgements are based on the following areas: taste, health, convenience, labelling, packaging, environmental friendliness and innovation.
[5] As many consumers rely on manufacturing and processing standards, the Institute Monde Selection takes into account the European Food Law.
[citation needed] Environmentally sustainable practices, animal welfare, and authenticity play a subjective role when considering the quality of food.
[1] Many consumers also rely on manufacturing and processing standards, particularly to know what ingredients are present, due to dietary, nutritional requirements (kosher, halal, vegetarian), or medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, or allergies).