GlobalCOA – Nigeria (Federal Republic of Nigeria) 🇳🇬
Certificate of Analysis (COA) Preparation, Review & Testing Services
Nigerian-Compliant COAs. Regulatory-Ready. Export-Focused.
GlobalCOA provides end-to-end Certificate of Analysis (COA) preparation, review, and testing services tailored to the dual regulatory requirements of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
The COA is a mandatory and fundamental technical document required for both product registration and consignment clearance for nearly all regulated products imported into Nigeria.
🏛️ Regulatory Framework – Nigeria
Nigeria's import control and product registration regime is one of the most stringent in Africa, relying heavily on the integrity and detail of the Certificate of Analysis.
1. National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)
NAFDAC regulates and controls the manufacture, importation, exportation, advertisement, distribution, sale, and use of Food, Drugs, Cosmetics, Medical Devices, Packaged Water, and Chemicals. The COA is critical in two phases:
Product Registration/Market Authorization (MA): The COA is a mandatory document for the registration dossier (e.g., the Quality Module in the CTD format for drugs).
Sample Submission: Once an Import Permit for samples is issued (after satisfactory document vetting), the exporter must submit product samples to NAFDAC's laboratory, accompanied by a Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA). This COA provides the specification against which NAFDAC's lab conducts its own analysis.
Required COA Details: The COA must be on the quality control laboratory's letterhead and clearly state:
The brand name and batch number of the product.
The manufacturing and expiry dates (must match the label).
The name, designation, and signature of the analyst who tested/evaluated the samples.
Import/Clearance Permit: For certain items, like Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and Industrial/Agro Chemicals, NAFDAC requires the COA for the issuance of the Import Permit and the Permit for Clearance from the port.
2. Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) – SONCAP
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme (SONCAP) is a mandatory program regulating most other imported industrial and consumer goods (excluding Food, Drugs, and certain chemicals/medical products handled by NAFDAC).
Certificate of Conformity (CoC) / SONCAP Certificate (SC): A mandatory SONCAP Certificate (SC), also known as the CoC, is required for customs clearance of regulated products. This certificate is issued by a SON-approved International Accredited Firm (IAF) like Intertek or SGS.
Role of the COA/Test Report: The SONCAP process requires a two-step certification:
Product Certificate (PC): Requires a qualified test report (COA) issued by an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory to verify conformity with Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS) or approved international standards.
Shipment Certificate (SC): Requires the PC and, under Route B and C, a Test Report (COA) issued by an accredited laboratory for every shipment to confirm batch compliance.
🔬 Our GlobalCOA Services – Nigeria
We specialize in bridging the gap between a standard manufacturer's COA and the stringent requirements of NAFDAC and SONCAP.
✅ COA Preparation (Nigerian-Compliant)
COA drafting and formatting to meet the strict technical data and signature requirements of NAFDAC for product registration.
Test parameters and acceptance criteria are aligned with NAFDAC's specifications (Pharmacopeial standards) and Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS) for SONCAP products.
Ensuring the COA is fully compliant for submission to the International Accredited Firms (IAFs) for the issuance of the SONCAP Certificate.
✅ COA Review & Regulatory Compliance Assessment
Review of existing COAs to identify any technical or administrative gaps that would lead to a query from NAFDAC during dossier vetting or non-acceptance during the SONCAP process.
Verification that the COA details (Batch No., Dates, Analyst credentials) are consistent with the product label and the information submitted in the Form M documentation.
✅ Testing & Analytical Coordination (Nigeria)
Coordination of accredited laboratory testing (ISO/IEC 17025) to generate the comprehensive test report (COA) required for the SONCAP Product Certificate (PC) and, subsequently, the Shipment Certificate (SC).
Assistance with the required sample COA submission to NAFDAC's laboratory for analytical vetting.
📦 Product Categories Covered – Nigeria
We cover the full spectrum of regulated products:
🔹 NAFDAC Regulated: Pharmaceuticals, APIs, Food and Beverages, Cosmetics, Packaged Water, Medical Devices, and Regulated Chemicals.
🔹 SONCAP Regulated: General Consumer Goods, Electrical and Electronics, Building Materials, Automotive Products, Gas Appliances, and Machinery.
🌟 Why Choose GlobalCOA for Nigeria?
✔ Expertise in the NAFDAC Registration Process: Ensuring the COA facilitates the smooth issuance of the Import Permit for samples and final product registration.
✔ SONCAP/CoC Compliance: Providing the necessary test reports/COAs required by the IAFs (e.g., Intertek, SGS) to issue the mandatory SONCAP Certificate (SC) for customs clearance.
✔ Dual-Agency Focus: Recognizing the distinct quality requirements of both NAFDAC and SON for different product categories.
📝 Regulatory & Export Support – Nigeria
GlobalCOA COAs are engineered to support critical import milestones:
NAFDAC Product Dossier Submission (Module 3 - Quality).
NAFDAC Import Permit issuance (for samples and APIs).
SONCAP Certificate of Conformity (CoC) / SC issuance.
Customs Clearance against the Form M and Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR).
Our Nigeria-focused COAs ensure products meet the highest national quality standards, minimizing shipment delays and compliance directives.
📞 Get Started with GlobalCOA – Nigeria
Whether you are registering a new drug, importing food, or shipping regulated consumer goods, GlobalCOA by Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd is your trusted compliance partner for Nigeria.