NAFDAC Guidelines for Renewal of Certificate of Registration for Imported Herbal/Dietary Supplements in Nigeria
Guideline · Trade
Guidelines set out the process for renewing registration of imported herbal and dietary supplements in Nigeria, involving application with current documentation and safety updates. They apply to regulated entities, NAFDAC teams, and industry stakeholders. This maintains market access for quality imported products.
NAFDAC Guidelines for Renewal of Certificate of Registration for Imported Herbal/Dietary Supplements in Nigeria
What Is This Policy?
Guidelines for renewing the registration of imported herbal remedies and dietary supplements.
Who Does It Target?
Importers of herbal remedies, nutraceuticals, and dietary supplements from foreign manufacturers; Nigerian marketing authorisation holders and distributors of imported herbal products; NAFDAC's herbal and dietary supplement registration teams
NAFDAC teams Industry stakeholders
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Maintain market access for quality imported herbal and dietary supplement products.
Key Features
Renewal Process: Application with current product and manufacturer documentation Safety Update: Any new safety information since last registration
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: All applicable entities Lead Agency: NAFDAC
How to Access
Regulated entities must comply. Submit renewal application before expiry Provide updated safety and product information
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.