NAFDAC Guidelines for Listing of Chemicals Manufacturer in Nigeria (New Applicants)
Guideline · Environment
Guidelines outline procedures for new chemical manufacturers to obtain NAFDAC listing in Nigeria, covering facility registration and product specifications. They target chemical companies, NAFDAC compliance teams, and industry stakeholders. This promotes safety and environmental protection in chemical production.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Listing of Chemicals Manufacturer in Nigeria (New Applicants)
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for new chemical manufacturing companies seeking NAFDAC listing and registration of their facilities and products.
Who Does It Target?
Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Ensure that chemical manufacturing in Nigeria meets safety and environmental standards.
Key Features
Facility Registration: Manufacturing facility design, safety systems, and environmental controls Product Registration: Chemical specifications, safety data, and intended uses Personnel: Qualified staff and safety training requirements
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Submit facility and product registration applications Undergo facility inspection Obtain NAFDAC listing
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.