License to Classify Eggs and Assignment of Approval Number

Egg packing centers that classify eggs by quality and weight must have a license from the Swedish Food Agency (Livsmedelsverket). Classification means sorting and labeling eggs according to EU rules for egg quality and size categories before they may be sold to consumers or retailers.

When a license is granted, Livsmedelsverket assigns the packing center an approval number (godkännandenummer) that must be used when labeling eggs. The approval number identifies the origin of the classified eggs and ensures traceability throughout the supply chain. Livsmedelsverket conducts inspections to verify that classification and labeling comply with regulations.

Requirements

  • Food establishment: The egg packing center must be an approved food establishment.
  • Equipment: Appropriate equipment for classifying, sorting, and labeling eggs according to applicable rules.
  • Competence: Staff with knowledge of egg classification and labeling regulations.

Procedure

  • Application: Submit application for approval of food establishment to the National Food Agency with basic information and egg annex.
  • Assessment: The Agency assesses whether the facility meets requirements for egg classification.
  • Approval number: Upon approval, a unique approval number is assigned to be used for labeling.