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◉ Certification Introduction
Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) began to implement the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity to Standards (PVOC) for imported goods in Kenya on September 29, 2005. PVoC).
According to the Kenyan government decree, the importer must obtain the "Certificate of Conformity" (CoC, namely CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY) before going through customs clearance procedures with Kenyan customs. After the inspection is completed, the CoC certificate will be issued in the form of an electronic file, and then the certificate in the electronic file can be directly used for customs clearance.
All goods in the PVOC catalog must obtain a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) issued by a KEBS authorized agency before shipment. The CoC certificate is a mandatory customs clearance document in Kenya. Without this certificate, the goods will be refused entry after arriving at the Kenyan port. The shipment needs to be returned to the country of origin, or transshipped to a port in a neighboring country, so that the relevant accredited compliance certification partner can complete the compliance certification. The resulting shipping costs will be borne by the exporter or importer.
◉ Scope of Application
Covering 14 categories such as electronic and electrical products, toys, automobiles, food, chemicals, textiles and leather, furniture, building materials, and second-hand products.
◉ Application Methods and Procedures
(1) One-time customs clearance certificate: The inspection and testing of each batch of goods belongs to the batch customs clearance certificate. The obtained certificate is called Kenya COC certificate, also called COC customs clearance certificate. The test takes 1-2 weeks (if there is an ISO9001 certificate, the internal test report does not need to be tested), and it takes 3-5 working days to apply for a customs clearance certificate. Inspection for half a day.
Any trader can use this route, and any product exported by the trader or manufacturer can also use this route. The procedure is as follows: a. The exporter submits the certificate application; b. The exporter is informed of the requirement and, if possible, prepare for the data test; c. Arrange for laboratory test (if required) and bulk inspection; d. Conduct the test, test the data Submit the results; e. Carry out bulk inspection and submit the report; f. Review the test results and inspection reports, and issue a CoC certificate if the requirements are met.
(2) Customs clearance after registration: product registration, inspection and limited testing, the certificate obtained is called a registration certificate, or a registration certificate. This kind of certificate cannot be directly used for customs clearance. Every time you ship, you must use this registration certificate to apply for a one-time Kenya COC certificate. But it is worth noting that to use this registration certificate to apply for the Kenya COC certificate, it takes 2-3 months to inspect the goods, and no inspection is required at other times. Time: 1-2 weeks for testing, 1-2 weeks for applying for a registration certificate, 3-5 working days for applying for a customs clearance certificate, and half a day for inspection. The registration certificate is valid for one year.
This route is recommended for exporters who regularly export products of the same quality. The procedure is as follows:
• Product registration procedure: a. The exporter submits the registration application form; b. The office examines the registration application submitted by the exporter and issues a registration certificate.
• Certificate application procedures for products that have obtained a registration certificate: a. Submit a certificate application; b. Carry out goods inspection by an assigned inspector; c. Carry out random testing of goods; d. Issue a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
(3) Form approval certificate mode: The obtained certificate is called a type approval certificate. This type of certificate cannot be directly used for customs clearance. This type approval certificate must be used to apply for a one-time Kenya COC certificate for each shipment. It is also necessary to use this type approval certificate to apply for the Kenya COC certificate. Generally, it is necessary to inspect the goods twice within one year. At other times, the inspection is not required, and factory inspection is added.
This route is only available to manufacturers who can demonstrate that a quality management system exists for their production/manufacturing process. This involves the need for an authorized PVoC service provider to audit its production process and its product manufacturing. This route is recommended for manufacturers with high frequency or/and large volumes. The procedure is as follows:
• Application procedure for product license: a. The exporter submits the license application form; b. Review the license application submitted by the exporter. c. Type testing of products; d. Regular factory supervision in accordance with ISO Guide28 standards.
• Certificate application procedures for licensed products: a. Random bulk cargo inspection by assigned inspectors; b. no cargo testing required; c. issuance of a Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
◉ Certification Process
(1) The exporter submits the Import Declaration Form (IDF) for the import license, and the IDF applies in Kenya;
(2) Packing list, pro forma invoice, and complete application form (referred to as RFC), the application form should describe the goods in detail;
(3) Test report, the laboratory that issued the test report has CNAS17025 qualification;
(4) Authorize the issuing agency to approve the inspection and notify the applicant after the approval of the data;
(5) After the materials are reviewed and approved, the payment will be arranged, and the time of inspection and inspection will be determined at the same time.
(6) After passing the inspection and inspection, the agency will issue a draft certificate, which will be confirmed by the applicant in time.
(7) After confirmation, issue the PVOC customs clearance certificate.
◉ Compliance Service
As a professional third-party testing technology service organization, Jiayu Testing has qualifications such as CMA, CNAS, CBTL, CCC, and has been recognized by multiple authoritative certification agencies at home and abroad. It is equipped with advanced instruments and equipment, has a skilled professional technical team, rich industry service experience, and strong testing technology capabilities. It is proficient in various regulatory standards to ensure that its products meet relevant regulatory requirements. Welcome to contact us, Jiayu Testing Consultation Hotline: 400-9269-886!
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