Verification of Conformity (VoC) is a crucial process that ensures shipments adhere to local importing standards. Let’s delve into the details:

  1. What Is Verification of Conformity?
    • VoC involves assessing whether products meet specific quality, safety, and regulatory requirements set by the importing country.
    • It ensures that goods comply with relevant standards, protecting consumers and the environment.
    • VoC helps prevent rejected shipments and facilitates smooth customs clearance.
  2. How Does It Work?
    • Certificate of Conformity (COC): Issued by authorized bodies, the COC confirms that a shipment complies with regulations.
    • Pre-shipment Inspections: Rigorous checks before shipping, including document verification, sample collection, and physical inspections.
    • On-the-Ground Support: Teams guide clients through local procedures efficiently.
  3. Benefits:
    • For Governments:
      • Eliminates customs bottlenecks.
      • Ensures adherence to safety and quality standards.
    • For Exporters and Importers:
      • Facilitates smooth customs clearance.
      • Enhances business reputation.
      • Boosts consumer confidence.

ASC operates a series of Verification of Conformity (VoC) programs. Each program is meticulously designed to ensure that the quality and safety regulations of the importing country are met. Our commitment to clients is unwavering:

  1. Certificate of Conformity (COC): We swiftly issue COCs to guarantee the quality and safety of shipments, facilitating their smooth clearance through customs.
  2. Thorough Assessment: Before a shipment departs, we meticulously verify documentation, collect samples for laboratory analysis, and conduct physical inspections of goods.
  3. On-the-Ground Support: Our expert teams guide clients through local procedures with precision and efficiency.

Once conformity is established, we issue the government-mandated Certificate of Conformity, preventing shipment rejection and enabling importers to clear their goods.

 

 

China

Find out more about how we help exporters from China meet VoC criteria, and connect to local inspectors to get your Certification.

Nigeria

ASC has been authorized by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to issue SONCAP Certificates for exports of regulated products to Nigeria.