NAFDAC Guidelines for Fast Track Clearing of Imported NAFDAC Regulated Products and Bulk Raw Materials

NAFDAC Guidelines for Fast Track Clearing of Imported NAFDAC Regulated Products and Bulk Raw Materials

What Is This Policy?

Guidelines that provide an expedited import clearance pathway for NAFDAC-registered products and bulk raw materials, reducing delays at ports for compliant importers.

Who Does It Target?

Pharmaceutical and food importers with good compliance records Customs clearing agents NAFDAC ports inspection directorate Bulk raw material importers for manufacturing

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Reduce port congestion and clearance delays for legitimate importers of NAFDAC-regulated products while maintaining safety and quality controls.

Key Features

Eligibility: Importers with good compliance history and pre-registered products may qualify for fast track Pre-Arrival Processing: Document review and risk assessment before goods arrive at port Reduced Inspection: Physical inspection waived or reduced for qualifying shipments Compliance Requirements: Importers must maintain valid product registrations and accurate import documentation Revocation: Fast track status may be withdrawn for compliance failures

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. Apply for fast track status through NAFDAC Maintain valid product registrations and compliance records Submit pre-arrival documentation for each shipment

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 Customs and Excise Management Act, the Food and Drugs Act Cap F32 LFN 2004, the Nigerian Ports Authority Act, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, and the Pre-shipment Inspection of Imports Act.