NAFDAC Guidelines for Issuance of Additional Permit to Import Industrial and Laboratory Chemicals
Guideline · Trade
Guidelines detail the requirements for obtaining additional permits to import industrial and laboratory chemicals for entities with existing permits. They target chemical importers and manufacturers, mandating safety data sheets and end-use declarations for NAFDAC review. This streamlines imports for authorized users while ensuring compliance.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Issuance of Additional Permit to Import Industrial and Laboratory Chemicals
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for obtaining additional import permits for industrial and laboratory chemicals regulated by NAFDAC, for entities that already hold a base import permit.
Who Does It Target?
Chemical importers with existing permits Industrial manufacturers using imported chemicals Laboratories sourcing specialized chemicals NAFDAC chemicals regulation directorate
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Streamline the process for importing additional chemical products by entities already authorized by NAFDAC.
Key Features
Eligibility: Existing permit holders with good compliance record Documentation: Safety data sheets, end-use declaration, and importer credentials Review: NAFDAC assessment of additional products for safety and regulatory compliance
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC Enforcement: NAFDAC inspections and compliance monitoring
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Submit application for additional chemicals to existing permit Provide safety data sheets and end-use declarations Obtain additional permit approval
Official Resources
Website: nafdac.gov.ng Contact: NAFDAC, Abuja
Legal Framework
Issued under the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control Act 1993 (as amended). Operates alongside the Food and Drugs Act Cap F32 LFN 2004, the Harmful Waste (Special Criminal Provisions) Act, the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency Act 2007, and the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes.