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◉ Certification Introduction
The Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) is the Nigerian government agency responsible for formulating and enforcing quality standards for imported goods and domestically manufactured products. In order to ensure that the regulated products comply with the approved technical standards of the country or other international standards, and to protect Nigerian consumers from unsafe products or products that do not meet the standards, the Nigerian National Bureau of Standards has decided to implement the implementation of regulated products exported to the country. Pre-shipment conformity assessment procedure (Standard Organization of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme, referred to as SONCAP).
At present, the Nigerian Bureau of Standards has authorized CCIC to implement SONCAP services on a global scale. SONCAP's conformity assessment business elements include: pre-shipment physical inspection, sampling, testing and analysis in accredited laboratories, product production process and system audits, document audits and other (product) standard conformity assessments.
◉ Regulated Product
(1) Electrical and electronic products Electrical and electronic products
(2) Motor vehicle tyres
(3) Automotive glass
(4) Vehicle spare parts
(5) Motor vehicle batteries
(6) Gas Appliances
(7) Toys
(8) Certain galvanised steel products
(9) Food and Food Products
(10) Chemicals
The following products are also not subject to SONCAP control, including: food, drugs, medical supplies (except equipment and instruments), chemical raw materials, military supplies and equipment, aviation-related products, industrial equipment for production, used products (except motor vehicles), Bicycles, motorcycles and motor vehicle components, etc., provided to a legitimate manufacturer or assembly plant for assembly.
◉ Authentication Steps
(1) Product testing
There are two ways to test SONCAP certified products: there are already test reports or other certifications that meet the requirements, called declarations, and the other is unconfirmed declarations.
(2) Apply for product certification (PC) certificate
Applies to a specific category of regulated products initially exported to Nigeria. After the product obtains a test report that meets the requirements of the certification body, it can submit relevant information and apply for a PC certificate.
(3) Apply for Conformity Certification (CoC) certificate
Nigeria has implemented a new SONCAP policy since April 1, 2013. Exporters no longer apply for SONCAP for each shipment, but instead apply for CoC. After the exporter gets the CoC, it provides the importer to apply for the SC. SC is applied directly by the importer at the local SONCAP agency.
(4) Exchange for SONCAP certificate
◉ PC Certificate Category
PC1: Unregistered PC certificate, the certificate is only valid for 6 months and can only be used once. It is suitable for many models and no more than one shipment per year; the product is not registered or licensed, and each batch of shipped products must be tested And inspection, and finally issue the SC certificate. It should be noted that the certificate is only valid for the shipment of the requested batch.
PC2: PC certificate for registration status, the certificate is valid for 1 year, and the number of times of use is unlimited within the validity period. It is suitable for most common product applications that are not subject to high-risk control; product registration, product registration is to pass the product type test and evaluate the manufacturer's quality management system to ensure the product The relevant standards are complied with and the manufacturer has the necessary capabilities to consistently produce products of the same quality level.
PC3: Licensed status PC certificate, the certificate is valid for 1 year, and the number of times of use is unlimited within the validity period. The factory needs to be audited, which is suitable for the situation where high-risk controlled products are often shipped within one year. Product licensing, which is based on a detailed evaluation of the product, including testing, factory audits and regular monitoring. A license will be granted if the product complies with the relevant Nigerian Standard or its recognized equivalent. Product licensing applies only to product manufacturers and not exporters/suppliers.
Note: High-risk regulated products (there are currently 31 categories) are currently only allowed to apply for PC1 or PC3, and must be inspected.
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Mode Type |
Product Certificate 1 |
Product Certificate 2 |
Product Certificate 3 |
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Application information |
1. Application form |
1. Application form | 1. Application form |
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2、CNAS laboratory test report |
2、CNAS laboratory test report |
2、CNAS laboratory test report |
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3、ISO9001 system certificate |
3、ISO9001 system certificate |
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4、Factory audit required |
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Applicant |
Manufacturer or Importer |
Manufacturer or Importer |
Manufacturer |
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Inspection frequency |
Every ticket is inspected |
40% inspection rate every quarter |
Every six months |
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Certificate validity period |
Once (valid for half a year) |
A year |
A year |
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Whether it can be licensed to other companies |
No |
Factory can be authorized to foreign trade companies |
Yes |
◉ COC Certification Form
Route A, for occasional shipments within a year, after the exporter's goods are produced, inspectors will inspect the goods, and then take samples from the bulk for testing. After passing the test, a PR report will be issued, and the installation will be supervised before shipment. Stick a seal, and issue a CoC certificate after passing the test. The information to be submitted is as follows: 1) CoC application form; 2) Product name, product photo, customs code; 3) Packing list, pro forma invoice 4) FORM M number.
Route B, for multiple shipments of products in one year:
1. First, the exporter applies for PC (valid for one year). The process is as follows: 1) PC application form; 2) Product name, product photo, customs code; 3) Qualification test report issued by ISO 17025-qualified laboratory; 4) System audit of the factory
2. After the factory has finished producing the goods, the process of applying for CoC is as follows: 1) CoC application form; 2) Packing list, pro forma invoice; 3) After the FORM M number information is complete, a certain percentage of inspection, sampling test and supervision of the goods will be carried out. , the ratio is not less than 40%, and a CoC certificate is issued if qualified.
Route C, for frequent shipments in one year:
1. First, the factory applies for a license (valid for one year). The application conditions are as follows: 1) There are at least 4 successful applications on the basis of RouteB; 2) The factory has been audited twice and qualified. 3) Qualified test report issued by ISO 17025 qualified laboratory;
2. After the factory has finished producing the goods, the process of applying for CoC is as follows: 1) CoC application form; 2) Packing list, pro forma invoice; 3) After the FORM M number information is complete, the goods will be inspected and supervised at a certain rate. less than twice.
◉ Certification Information
PC certificate: fill in the PC application form, the applicant's business license, ISO 9001, product description and use description.
SC certificate: SC application form, PC certificate, FORM M, packing list, invoice, bill of lading.
◉ 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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