NAFDAC Guidelines for Issuance of Export Certificate for NAFDAC Regulated Products
Guideline · Trade
Guidelines detail the process for issuing export certificates for NAFDAC regulated products. They target exporters and NAFDAC officials to verify product quality and safety for international markets. This facilitates the export of Nigerian goods with recognized certification.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Issuance of Export Certificate for NAFDAC Regulated Products
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for obtaining NAFDAC export certificates that confirm products being exported from Nigeria are registered, meet quality standards, and are safe for the destination market.
Who Does It Target?
Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Facilitate the export of Nigerian products by providing internationally recognized quality certification.
Key Features
Certificate Types: Certificate of Free Sale, Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product, and other export documents Eligibility: Products must be registered with NAFDAC Application Process: Submit product details, batch information, and destination country requirements Inspection: Physical verification of export consignments may be required
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Ensure products are NAFDAC-registered Submit export certificate application with required documents Obtain certificate for customs clearance
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.