Here is the latest information as of 2025 on the standards and product scope for the Nigerian SONCAP Certificate of Conformity (SC). The SC is the mandatory customs clearance document, issued per shipment based on an obtained Product Certificate (PC).
According to SON, almost all products imported into Nigeria require SONCAP certification and an eventual SC for clearance, except specific exemptions like some food, drugs, medical items, and military goods.
The table summarizes core standards and requirements examples for some categories:
| Product Category | Core Applicable Standards Examples | Key Requirements Summary |
| Electrical and Electronic Products | SON 60335-1 (based on IEC 60335-1) | Safety Testing: Compliance with Nigerian or relevant international safety standards. EMC Testing: Must comply with standards such as CISPR 32 (e.g., Radiated Disturbance Limits 30MHz-1GHz ≤ 40dBμV/m). Energy Efficiency Labeling: Products like air conditioners require MEPS energy efficiency labeling (Levels 1-5). |
| Automotive Components | NIS 744 | Must comply with safety and performance provisions in Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS). |
| Building Materials | NIS 117 (e.g., steel, cement) | Compliance with Nigerian Industrial Standards (NIS) requirements for material strength and composition. |
| Food Contact Materials | NIS 685 | Chemical Testing: Must meet safety requirements such as heavy metal migration. |
Additionally, all products must meet general requirements:
Localization: Electronics must be compatible with Nigeria's 230V/50Hz voltage and must use UK plugs BS 1363 or BS 546.
Product Labeling: The product or its packaging must display "SONCAP Certified" and the Nigerian importer's address; tamper-evident labels are advised.
Important Notes and New Regulations:
1.Consequences of No SC: Regulated products without a valid SONCAP certificate will be detained by customs, preventing clearance. Goods may be sampled and tested at the trader's expense, and if non-compliant, may be confiscated or destroyed.
2.Electronic Upgrade: Per 2025 updates, Nigeria uses an electronic certification system integrated with customs (NICIS), making SC application/issuance more efficient and transparent, speeding clearance and preventing forgery.
For help with SONCAP SC for your product category, contact BLUEASIA at +86 13534225140.
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