NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Imported Cosmetics in Nigeria
Guideline · Trade
Guidelines detail requirements for registering imported cosmetics in Nigeria, including safety assessments and labelling compliance. They target importers and NAFDAC inspectors. This safeguards consumers from unsafe cosmetic products.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Imported Cosmetics in Nigeria
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for registering cosmetic products imported into Nigeria, including safety data, labelling compliance, and documentation from the country of manufacture.
Who Does It Target?
Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Protect Nigerian consumers from unsafe imported cosmetics.
Key Features
Safety Assessment: Toxicological data and safety evaluation from the country of origin Country Documents: Free sale certificate, GMP certificate, and manufacturer authorization Labelling: Compliance with Nigerian labelling requirements including INCI ingredients
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Obtain manufacturer authorization and country documents Submit registration application with safety data Comply with Nigerian labelling standards
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), which empowers NAFDAC to make regulations, issue guidelines, and enforce standards. Operates alongside the Food and Drugs Act Cap F32 LFN 2004, the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Act 2015, and the Codex Alimentarius Commission standards adopted by Nigeria. Draws on ASEAN Cosmetic Directive standards, WHO guidelines on safety monitoring of herbal medicines, and the Advertising Standards Organisation of Nigeria Code.