NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Imported Food Products in Nigeria
Guideline · Agriculture
Guidelines set out the requirements for registering imported food products in Nigeria, including documentation, safety testing, and labelling standards. They apply to importers, food producers, and NAFDAC enforcement teams. The aim is to prevent unsafe food from entering the market.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Registration of Imported Food Products in Nigeria
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for registering food products imported into Nigeria, covering documentation, safety testing, and labelling requirements.
Who Does It Target?
Regulated entities as applicable NAFDAC inspection and compliance teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Prevent unsafe or substandard imported food from reaching Nigerian consumers.
Key Features
Product Documentation: Ingredient list, nutritional data, and manufacturing details Country Certificates: Health certificate, free sale certificate, and manufacturing license from origin country Laboratory Testing: NAFDAC testing of product samples upon arrival Labelling: Compliance with Nigerian food labelling regulations
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable regulated entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply with these guidelines. Compile product and country of origin documentation Submit registration application Provide samples for NAFDAC testing
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.