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Flax seeds inspection is a crucial quality control process conducted at various stages of the logistics chain. It minimizes major trade risks related to discrepancies in cargo specifications, shortages in agreed quantities, and incomplete documentation in flax seeds export and import operations.

CISS GROUP specializes in providing comprehensive flax seeds inspection services for leading agribusinesses and international trading companies. Our inspections are carried out in intermediate storage warehouses, silos, factories, and ports worldwide, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Flax seeds require specific storage conditions to maintain their quality. The optimal storage temperature ranges from 0°C to -2°C, reducing the intensity of physical and biochemical processes. This temperature regime helps preserve seed quality over extended storage periods. Higher temperatures accelerate biochemical degradation, leading to protein denaturation, fat oxidation, and vitamin loss. For flax seeds intended for edible oil production, a detailed qualitative and quantitative lipid analysis is recommended to predict potential changes during storage.

FOSFA-accredited inspectors and laboratory technicians from CISS GROUP carry out flax seeds inspection at any point of the supply chain.

The main stages of flax seeds inspection:

Incoming and outgoing flax seeds inspection

Inspection is conducted upon delivery to silos, ports, or factory warehouses and before dispatch. CISS GROUP inspectors visually assess storage premises for suitability and examine cargo to ensure it is dry, free from contamination, mold, pests, foreign matter, and odors. For bagged shipments, inspectors check for signs of moisture damage and, if required, open selected bags for further quality verification.

Cleanliness inspection of containers and vessel holds

Before loading, a visual assessment of containers and vessel holds is performed to ensure cleanliness and suitability for flax seeds transportation. Inspectors examine internal surfaces, verify the integrity of locks, hinges, and rubber seals, and confirm compliance with shipping standards.

Loading supervision and sampling

During the loading process, inspectors oversee cargo handling, confirm gross and net weight, and conduct draft surveys for vessel loading. They ensure compliance with fumigation procedures, perform visual quality checks, and collect samples following FOSFA sampling guidelines. At the end of loading, inspectors seal containers or holds and document all findings in detailed reports accessible to clients. CISS GROUP offers 24/7 inspection and sampling services to ensure continuous monitoring.

Laboratory testing for flax seeds quality

Flax seeds quality testing is conducted exclusively in FOSFA-accredited laboratories, adhering to local and international contractual standards. Standard testing parameters include color, odor, acid number, moisture content, oil content, seed germination, protein levels, oleic acid concentration, impurity presence, and pest infestation. Additional tests detect pesticides, mycotoxins, GMOs, dioxins, heavy metals, and radioactive elements. Upon request, express analysis can be conducted during loading for pre-determined batches.

Comprehensive photo and video documentation

Each inspection stage is meticulously documented with photos and videos, timestamped for transparency and traceability. Upon completion, CISS GROUP provides clients with a detailed photo report covering all quality control stages.

Certification and digital document authentication

Upon completion of the flax seeds inspection, CISS GROUP issues final certificates and reports. Clients can verify document authenticity through a unique QR code linked to our secure online database, where certified PDF versions are stored. Our digital certificates are protected with cryptographic signatures, ensuring security and reliability.

Digitally signed certificates are frequently required by banks to validate trade integrity when financing transactions via letters of credit.

CISS GROUP guarantees full compliance with international trade documentation standards, facilitating seamless and secure flax seeds trade operations.

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