NAFDAC Guidelines for Issuance of Health Certificate for Exportation of Processed and Semi-Processed Food Commodities

Guidelines establish procedures for issuing health certificates for exporting processed and semi-processed food commodities from Nigeria. They target food exporters, NAFDAC inspection teams, and industry stakeholders. This ensures compliance with international food safety standards.

What Is This Policy?

Guidelines for obtaining NAFDAC health certificates required for exporting processed and semi-processed food products from Nigeria to international markets.

Who Does It Target?

Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Support Nigerian food exports by providing health certification that meets international trade and food safety requirements.

Key Features

Health Certificate: Official document confirming food safety compliance for export Testing: Laboratory analysis may be required depending on the product and destination Documentation: Product registration, production records, and export documentation Inspection: Pre-shipment inspection of export consignments

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC

How to Access

Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Register food products with NAFDAC Apply for health certificate with product and shipment details Submit to inspection and testing as required

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 Nigerian Export Promotion Council Act, the Customs and Excise Management Act, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, and international product certification standards including WHO and Codex Alimentarius requirements.