NAFDAC Registration (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control)

What is NAFDAC registration?

NAFDAC registration is the official authorisation required for regulated products placed on the Nigerian market. It is issued by NAFDAC, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, and confirms that a product meets the relevant national and international safety and quality requirements. The scheme applies to food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices, chemicals, and similar categories. The registration confirms that the product is safe for consumers and is used for marketing and sale within Nigeria.

How to obtain NAFDAC registration

Companies seeking NAFDAC registration submit an application and demonstrate the safety and quality of their products. The process typically follows these stages:

• Application: the manufacturer or distributor applies to NAFDAC, providing details of the products, their intended use, types, and characteristics.
• Product review: NAFDAC evaluates the submitted products against its safety, quality, and conformity requirements.
• Testing: where required, products are subjected to laboratory testing to verify safety and quality.
• Certification: once testing and review are successfully completed, the NAFDAC registration is issued, confirming the product's suitability for the Nigerian market.
• Periodic review: registered products are re-evaluated on an ongoing basis to maintain the validity of the registration.

Products covered

NAFDAC registration is particularly important for companies operating in the food and pharmaceutical sectors, where product safety and quality are decisive for market access. The scope also includes cosmetics, medical devices, and regulated chemical products.

NAFDAC registration pricing

NAFDAC registration fees depend on product category, quantity, and the complexity of the testing required. Costs vary by product characteristics, so for accurate pricing it is best to contact NAFDAC directly or work through a certification partner familiar with the current fee schedule.

Why work with Sistem Patent Kalite

For companies preparing NAFDAC registration, Sistem Patent Kalite offers the following practical support:

• Sector experience: we work across food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical devices, and chemicals and understand the technical files NAFDAC expects.
• Project-specific approach: we structure documentation around your product range rather than applying a generic template.
• Process management: we keep the application moving so products reach the Nigerian market without avoidable delays.
• Clear pricing: we quote in writing and keep the commercial side predictable.
• Ongoing support: registration is a multi-year commitment and we stay with clients through renewal cycles.

NAFDAC registration is a decisive requirement for several industries operating in Nigeria. It verifies product safety and quality and confirms suitability for consumer health.

Sistem Patent Kalite supports companies through the NAFDAC registration process. Contact us for detailed information or to begin your application. For a reliable partner in export certification, Sistem Patent Kalite is the right address.