This presentation will allow the reader to know about NSF international its history, mission, NSF Mark, role in Dietary supplements and Nutraceutical industries. It also give information on testing, inspection, certification of products.

1. NSF International Its role in Dietary
supplements and Nutraceutical Industries.
Presented By: Under the Guidance of:
Syed Arshiya Mrs.M.Beena Devi
Y22MPH02043 M.Pharmacy
I/II M.Pharmacy(2nd Semester) Assistant professor
Department of Department of
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
HINDU COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
Amaravati Road, Guntur – 522002, A.P, INDIA

2. Contents:
 Introduction to NSF.
 History.
 Mission.
 The NSF Mark.
 NSF International role in Dietary supplements and Nutraceutical
Industries.
 NSF services.
 References.
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3. INTRODUCTION
NSF stands for National Sanitation Foundation.
NSF is a product testing, inspection, certification organization.
HISTORY
• NSF International was founded in 1944 from the University of
Michigan's School of Public Health as the National Sanitation
Foundation (NSF) to standardize sanitation and food safety
requirements.
• Today, NSF is a global organization offering services in more than 170
countries. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, remain committed
to protecting and improving human health worldwide.
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4. • NSF developed first standards for the sanitation of soda fountain and
luncheonette equipment in the early 1950s by which NSF International
developed.
• In 2022, NSF changed it’s name from NSF International to NSF,
simplifying it for greater consistency between it’s global approach and
brand name.
• NSF has more than 140 currently active public health standards and
independent testing protocols. They address products ranging from
home water treatment systems to kitchen and household appliances to
dietary supplements to sustainable flooring and furnishings.
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5. Highlights of History
1944
Walter Snyder, Henry Vaughan and Nathan Sinai found the
National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) in the University of
Michigan School of Public Health.
1952
NSF establishes the Council of Public Health Consultants.
Introducing NSF Standards 1 and 2, the first food equipment
standards.
1960
Standard 9 is developed, and the pool, spa and hot tub products
certification programme begins.
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6. 1965
The plastics piping and wastewater treatment programme begin.
1967
NSF Testing Laboratories becomes a not-for-profit corporation.
1980
NSF develops the first national standard for water treatment chemicals
(NSF 61) following the passage of the Safe Drinking Water Act.
1984
The bottled water programme begins.
Establishes the Health Advisory Board.
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7. 1991
Our ISO 9000 programme begins.
Receive accreditation by the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI).
1996
NSF-ISR is established as a wholly owned subsidiary of NSF.
NSF is designated a Collaborating Center on Drinking Water Safety and
Treatment by the World Health Organization (WHO).
1999
Establish the Center for Public Health Education at NSF.
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8. 2002
Introduce a dietary supplement GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
registration programme.
2003
NSF develops NSF/ANSI 173, the first American National Standard for
dietary supplements.
2010
NSF launches a certification programme to verify the quality, safety and
performance of automotive aftermarket parts.
2011
Introduce a home product certification programme to test and certify
home kitchen products and appliances.
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9. 2014
NSF introduces a cosmetics programme, providing cosmetic
manufacturers with auditing, training, product testing and certification
services.
MISSION
Since 1944, NSF’s mission has been to improve human and planet
health. Businesses, regulators and consumers look for NSF to facilitate
the development of public health standards and to provide services that
help protect food, water, consumer products and the environment.
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10. The NSF Mark
• The NSF mark is your assurance that the product has been tested by
one of the most respected independent certification organisations in
existence today. It is valued by consumers, manufacturers, retailers
and regulatory agencies worldwide.
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11. • The NSF mark is specific to the type of product it appears on — from
dietary supplements, to water filters and dishwashers to plumbing
components, pool equipment and more.
• Products bearing an NSF certification mark meet all standard
requirements, including product testing and regular inspections to
verify products continue to comply with the standard.
Importance of NSF Mark
• Provides assurance that a product was impartially reviewed to
established standards or guidelines.
• Confirms that product labelling and claims have been objectively
verified by a trusted third party.
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12. • Differentiates a product from the competition, offering a market
advantage.
• Demonstrates an organisation’s commitment to quality, compliance
and safety.
• Is backed by a team of professionals dedicated to public health and
safety operating in more than 180 countries.
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13. NSF International role in Dietary supplements and
Nutraceutical Industries.
• The term “Nutraceuticals” is the combination of the two words
“Nutrition” and “Pharmaceutical” coined by Stephen DeFelice.
• Nutraceuticals are a class of products that combine the benefits of both
nutrition and pharmaceuticals.
• According to DeFelice, Nutraceutical can be defined as, "a food (or
part of a food) that provides medical or health benefits, including
the prevention and/or treatment of a disease.
• These substances can include vitamins, minerals, amino acids,
enzymes, herbal extracts, and other bioactive compounds.
• Nutraceuticals are typically consumed in the form of dietary
supplements, functional foods, or fortified beverages.
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14. • The term “Dietary Supplement” wasn’t officially defined in the United
States until 1994 when the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act
(DSHEA) was passed by Congress.
• DHSEA definition of a dietary supplement: “a vitamin, a mineral, an herb or
other botanical, an amino acid, a dietary substance for use by man to
supplement the diet by increasing the total dietary intake; or a concentrate,
metabolite, constituent, extract, or combination of any ingredient.”
• Dietary supplements include such ingredients as vitamins, minerals, herbs,
amino acids, and enzymes.
• Dietary supplements are marketed in forms such as tablets, capsules, soft
gels, gel caps, powders, and liquids.
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15. NSF Services
The services provided by NSF are:
Auditing
Certification
Consulting
Information Security
Sustainability
Training and Education
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16. Auditing
• Demonstrate the effectiveness of the organisation’s processes and
systems — and build confidence in the daily operations — with NSF
auditing services.
• Auditing the sectors like:
Food and Beverage
Health Sciences
Water
Management system
Building and construction
Automotive and aerospace
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17. Certification
• Demonstrate the organization’s compliance — and build consumer and
industry confidence — with NSF certification.
• Certification is provided for:
Food and Beverage
Health Sciences
Water
Management system
Building and construction
Automotive and aerospace
Sustainability
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18. NSF/ANSI 173 Certification
• NSF certifies dietary supplements to NSF/ANSI 173, the only
American National Standard for testing and certifying dietary
supplements.
• NSF evaluates the composition of dietary supplements and
ingredients. The assessment includes testing for vitamins, minerals,
herbs, botanicals, amino acids, sports supplements, concentrates,
metabolites, constituents and extracts to verify the product’s
contents accurately depicts its identity and purity specifications.
• To ensure that a safer product reaches consumers, we assess products
and ingredients for the presence of contaminants that impact health,
including the toxic elements lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium and
chromium (VI).
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19. • Test for the presence of aerobic microorganisms, yeast and molds, and
Enterobacteriaceae, and specifically for the potential pathogens
Salmonella spp., Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus.
• Analysis of mycotoxins, which are released by fungi and are
hepatotoxic.
• Assess items that contain botanical materials for the presence of
pesticides.
• Along with certification programme, conduction of annual audits and
periodically retest certified products to ensure continued compliance
with the most rigorous quality standard in the world for dietary
supplements.
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20. Third-Party Certification
Third-party certification means that an independent organisation has
reviewed the manufacturing process of a product and has independently
determined that the final product complies with specific standards for
safety, quality or performance.
Certification process:
Submit an
application
Undergo an
inspection
Get ready
for
certification
Comply
with regular
retesting
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21. Consulting
NSF provides cost-effective, world-class strategic and technical
consulting and training customized to your specific challenges and
needs.
Training and Education
As public health and safety standards evolve around the world,
companies must make sure their employees receive essential education
and training to stay ahead of the curve.
Sustainability
Through our standards, certification and auditing services, NSF can
support your company-wide sustainability strategies, allowing you to
open new business opportunities, pursue efficiency gains, save money
and attract and retain employees, customers and investors.
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22. References:
https://www.nsf.org/
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-get-
nsf-certification-for-product
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NSF_International
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23. THANK YOU
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