Qualisan Consultoria Sanitária is a leading Brazilian consultancy specializing in sanitary services for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo, Qualisan has established itself as a pioneer in offering tailored consultancy, regulatory compliance, and food safety solutions across Brazil.
Core Business
Qualisan’s core business revolves around providing specialized consultancy services to food establishments, franchises, industries, and agricultural businesses. The company supports clients in complying with Brazilian sanitary regulations, implementing best practices, and achieving high standards of food safety.
Product and Service Offerings
Key offerings include:
- Sanitary Consultancy: Guidance for foodservice establishments, creation of Good Practices Manuals (MBP) and Standard Operating Procedures (POPs).
- Labeling and Nutritional Tables: Development of compliant food labels and nutritional tables in accordance with ANVISA regulations.
- Training Programs: Courses on Good Food Handling Practices, HACCP, and food safety management systems.
- Technical Responsibility: Acting as the official technical responsible party for food companies.
- Registrations and Certifications: Assistance with SIM, SIE, SIF, PAT registrations, and regularization of water sources.
- Quality Seals: Certification with the Qualisan Sanitary Quality Seal, enhancing brand reputation.
Specialization and Core USP
Qualisan’s unique strength lies in its nationwide franchise model, allowing it to scale sanitary consultancy services across multiple regions in Brazil. The company’s proprietary methodologies and certification systems offer clients a competitive advantage by improving operational efficiency and reinforcing consumer trust.
Key differentiators:
- Largest sanitary consultancy franchise network in Brazil.
- Over 150 active franchise units servicing all regions.
- Proprietary digital platform for document management and compliance tracking.
- Strong brand recognition, particularly through the Qualisan Sanitary Quality Seal.
Financials
While private financial details are not fully disclosed, industry benchmarks and franchise reports estimate:
- Annual revenue exceeding BRL 12 million (~USD 2.4 million) as of 2023.
- Year-over-year growth rates averaging 15–20%, driven by franchise expansion and increased demand for food safety services post-pandemic.
- Franchisee average annual billing between BRL 300,000 to 500,000.
Shipment Data
As a consultancy service provider, Qualisan does not engage in product shipments. However, it indirectly supports hundreds of Brazilian food exporters and producers in ensuring their products meet both domestic and international sanitary standards.
Target Market
Qualisan serves:
- Restaurants, bakeries, and catering businesses.
- Food industries, including dairy, meat, and beverages.
- Agricultural producers and slaughterhouses.
- Retail and wholesale food distributors.
- Franchise networks seeking standardized sanitary support.
Its client base ranges from small family-owned businesses to large national chains and multinational food companies.
Capabilities
Operational capabilities include:
- Network of 150+ trained franchisees providing local support.
- In-house team of specialist consultants, nutritionists, and food engineers.
- Custom-built digital tools for sanitary document control.
- On-site auditing, virtual consultancy, and remote training delivery.
These resources enable the company to manage over 3,000 client contracts simultaneously, ensuring consistent service quality across Brazil.
Certifications and Compliance
Qualisan operates fully in line with:
- ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária) standards.
- MAPA (Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento) requirements for agricultural and food industry services.
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles.
- ISO 22000-aligned food safety management practices (under implementation in several branches).
Customer Testimonials
A restaurant owner from São Paulo shared:
“With Qualisan’s consultancy, we achieved 100% compliance in our ANVISA inspections and proudly display the Qualisan Seal — customers notice and trust it.”
A food industry client commented:
“Qualisan’s technical responsibility services streamlined our processes and saved us from costly non-compliance fines.”
Major Achievements
- Expansion to over 150 franchises by 2023, making it the largest sanitary consultancy franchise network in Brazil.
- Certification of more than 5,000 establishments with the Qualisan Sanitary Quality Seal.
- Development of an exclusive online platform managing over 10,000 compliance documents.
- Winner of national franchise awards recognizing innovation and service excellence.
With a strong reputation, expansive reach, and focus on continuous innovation, Qualisan Consultoria Sanitária stands as a market leader in Brazil’s food safety and sanitary consultancy sector.
