GFCO a program of Gluten Intolerance Group^®.

Compass Updates

Thank you to all of our clients that have embraced the new Compass portal for product and ingredient submissions. Compass has been up and running for about 10 months now, and the level of adoption and engagement has been impressive. We have also heard feedback requesting upgrades from several users and want to let you know that has been heard, and we plan to launch new features later this year.

If you have not yet used the Compass portal to obtain your certificates or make product and ingredient updates, please reach out to gfco.clientsupport@gluten.org to request access.

Proficiency Testing

GFCO’s 2025 proficiency testing round, Wheat Gluten in Almond Flour, is open for sign-ups now through November 30. Request a sample set at www.gluten.org/proficiency-registration.

Buyers Are Looking for Proof 

With the major expos coming up soon, buyers are under more pressure than ever to verify product claims. Certifications are no longer a “nice to have”—they’re a deciding factor in what makes it onto the shelf. GFCO Certification gives your brand a cleaner story, a safer standard, and a stronger pitch when it matters most. 

Trust Drives Decisions 

85% of consumers trust independent third-party certifications more than self-made claims. And 72% say they’re more likely to purchase products that carry certification marks. Retailers mirror that expectation, making GFCO the kind of seal that reduces risk and speeds up decisions. 

The Market Is Moving Now 

In just the last 12 weeks, GFCO Certified products grew +10.6%, proving that momentum isn’t just long-term’s happening right now. As retailers gear up for show season, that kind of short-term lift is exactly what gets their attention. 

New Marketing opportunities coming soon... 

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