In most countries, including India, a Kosher certificate is valid for 1 year (12 months).
After one year, it must be renewed to continue using the Kosher symbol/logo on product labels and packaging.
This yearly renewal ensures:
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Products are regularly monitored
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Raw materials remain Kosher-compliant
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No changes in production process
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Facility continues to meet Jewish dietary laws (Kashrut)
Why Kosher Certificates Are Valid Only for One Year?
1. To Maintain Ingredient Purity
Manufacturers often change suppliers, raw materials, or vendors. Annual review ensures every ingredient is still Kosher.
2. To Check Machinery & Production Lines
Kosher laws require clean equipment and no cross-contamination. The yearly audit confirms compliance.
3. To Verify Process Changes
If the company has upgraded, expanded, or modified its manufacturing process, the Rabbi must re-verify.
4. To Maintain Global Trust
International buyers trust Kosher certification because it is monitored annually, not issued permanently.
What Happens During Kosher Renewal?
Renewal is much simpler than the first certification. The process includes:
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Update product list
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Review new raw materials
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Check new suppliers
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Annual plant inspection by Rabbi (Mashgiach)
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Approval and renewal of certificate
If everything is compliant, the new certificate is issued within a short time.
Can Kosher Certificates Be Valid for More Than One Year?
No.
Most recognized Kosher agencies worldwide—including KCJ—issue certificates only for 12 months.
This is a global standard followed by:
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USA Kosher agencies
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Israeli Kosher bodies
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European Kosher authorities
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Asian & Middle-East Kosher councils
Annual supervision keeps the certificate reliable and globally accepted.
How to Renew Kosher Certification?
You can renew your certificate directly through:
Kosher Certification India (KCJ)
India’s trusted and globally–accepted Kosher agency offering:
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Easy renewal process
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Affordable fees
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Fast inspection
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Internationally trusted supervision
KCJ ensures your certificate remains active without any disruption in exports.
Conclusion
A Kosher certificate is valid for 1 year, and yearly renewal is required to maintain compliance with Kosher laws and international standards.
This ensures transparency, purity, and consistency in manufacturing—making your products fully acceptable in global markets.