Flow chart can be issued as a code-specific or type-specific document.

If an extract is 100% manufactured by EPO, the flow chart is generally issued as type specific.

If an extract is not 100% manufactured by EPO, the flow chart is a code-specific document, as it also displays information retrieved from the qualified EPO’s Supplier.

EPO performs the analysis of critical control points (CCP) for foods health and hygiene safety and since year 2001 has implemented a system (HACCP) in accordance with Reg. (EC) n. 852/2004 of the European Parliament and the Council of 29 April 2004 for hygiene of foodstuffs,. CCP are reported in the flow chart.