Hazelnut traceability for B2B supply
Traceability should connect the commercial order to an identifiable supplied lot and the records available within the approved supply chain.
How the process works
Define the lot
Product, processing state, pack and lot code must match across labels, commercial documents and available quality records.
Maintain the chain of information
Relevant information is coordinated across processing, packing, storage and dispatch. The evidence available is confirmed for the selected programme.
Plan buyer verification
Buyers should define document review, sampling, retention and incident-contact expectations before first supply.
Control material changes
Changes affecting product, processor, origin, pack or specification should be evaluated against the agreed programme.
Frequently asked questions
Can traceability be confirmed without a lot number?
A specific lot identifier is essential for linking supplied material to its associated records.
Does traceability prove every quality parameter?
No. Traceability identifies the chain and records; conformity is assessed against specification and agreed evidence.