Food Safety & Hygiene Standards
5-Star Rating – The Highest Standard Achieved
We're proud to announce that Longevity Formulas has been awarded a 5-star food hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency following our inspection by Bedford Borough Council on 14th October 2025. This is the highest possible rating, demonstrating our exceptional standards in handling food supplements for consumption.
What This Rating Means for You
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme is a national programme operated by the Food Standards Agency to help consumers make informed choices about food businesses. As a supplement company providing products for human consumption, we're subject to the same rigorous food safety regulations as any food business, and our 5-star rating proves we exceed these requirements.
Our rating is publicly available and can be independently verified on the Food Standards Agency website.
Our Inspection Results
During the comprehensive inspection carried out on 14th October 2025, we were assessed across three critical areas. Here's how we performed:
| Assessment Area | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Food Hygiene and Safety Procedures | 0 | Very Good |
| Structural Requirements | 0 | Very Good |
| Management and Control Procedures | 0 | Very Good |
| Overall Food Hygiene Rating | 0 | 5 Stars – Very Good |
Note: In the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme, a score of 0 represents the best possible performance, meaning "very good" standards.
What Each Category Means
Food Hygiene and Safety Procedures
This assesses how we handle, prepare, and store food supplements to ensure they remain safe for consumption. Our top score confirms that we maintain exceptional standards in protecting product integrity from receipt through to dispatch.
Structural Requirements
This evaluates our facilities, equipment, and premises to ensure they're appropriate for handling food supplements. Our perfect score demonstrates that we maintain a clean, well-organised environment with proper temperature control, storage facilities, and sanitation systems.
Management and Control Procedures
This examines our systems for ensuring ongoing food safety, including staff training, quality management, and documented procedures. Our excellent rating shows we have robust processes in place to maintain consistent high standards and quickly address any potential issues.
Why This Matters When Choosing Supplements
When you're investing in your health and longevity, the quality and safety of the supplements you consume is paramount. Our 5-star food hygiene rating provides independent, official confirmation that:
- Your supplements are stored in optimal conditions with proper temperature and humidity control
- We follow strict hygiene protocols throughout our entire operation
- Our facilities meet the highest regulatory standards for food supplement handling
- We have comprehensive quality management systems to maintain these standards consistently
- Every product is handled with care from the moment ingredients arrive to when your order is dispatched
Unlike many online supplement retailers operating from unregulated premises, we're registered with our local authority as a food business and subject to unannounced inspections to verify our compliance with food safety legislation.
Our Commitment to Quality and Safety
Achieving and maintaining a 5-star rating requires more than just passing an inspection – it demands embedding a culture of quality and safety into every aspect of our operations.
What this means in practice:
- Rigorous supplier verification ensuring all ingredients meet food safety standards
- Proper storage conditions maintaining product stability and efficacy
- Clean and sanitised facilities following strict hygiene protocols
- Staff training on food safety and supplement handling
- Regular internal monitoring to identify and address any concerns proactively
- Full traceability of all products through our facility
- Documented procedures for every critical step in our process
Compliance with Food Safety Legislation
Our business operates in full compliance with:
- Regulation (EC) No 852/2004 on the hygiene of foodstuffs
- Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013
- Food Safety Act 1990
These regulations apply to all food businesses, including those handling food supplements for consumption. Our 5-star rating confirms we not only meet but exceed the legal requirements under this legislation.
Transparency and Independent Verification
We believe in complete transparency about our operations. Our food hygiene rating is:
- Publicly available on the Food Standards Agency website
- Independently assessed by qualified Environmental Health Officers
- Regularly monitored through ongoing compliance checks
- Based on unannounced inspections reflecting real operational standards
You can verify our rating directly on the Food Standards Agency website by searching for "Longevity Formulas".
Questions About Our Standards?
We're proud of our 5-star rating and happy to discuss our safety standards, storage procedures, or quality management systems in detail. If you have any questions about how we maintain these exceptional standards or how we ensure every supplement we provide meets our exacting requirements, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Your health and trust are fundamental to everything we do, and we're committed to maintaining the highest standards in the industry.
Food Hygiene Rating: 5 Stars (Very Good) | Inspection Date: 14 October 2025 | Bedford Borough Council
Verify our rating independently at www.food.gov.uk/ratings