Intertek : Appointed by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to Deliver SONCAP Conformity Assessment Services

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12 Jun 2026 Intertek, a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide, is pleased to announce its appointment by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) as an approved conformity assessment body under the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme (SONCAP). Building on a longstanding history of supporting SONCAP since its inception, Intertek brings extensive programme knowledge and expertise to help exporters, importers, and manufacturers navigate compliance requirements with confidence. Through its global network and expertise in Testing, Inspection, Certification, and Global Market Access, Intertek supports businesses trading regulated products with Nigeria by helping ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian standards and technical regulations prior to shipment. Through this appointment, Intertek will support exporters, importers, manufacturers, and supply chain stakeholders trading regulated products with Nigeria by providing conformity assessment services that help ensure compliance with applicable Nigerian standards and technical regulations prior to shipment. SONCAP is a mandatory conformity assessment programme established by SON to verify that regulated products imported into Nigeria meet the required quality and safety standards before entering the Nigerian market. The programme plays a vital role in protecting consumers, promoting product quality, and facilitating compliant international trade. As an approved conformity assessment body under SONCAP, Intertek provides a comprehensive range of services, including: Document review and compliance verification Product testing against applicable standards Inspection and verification activities Certificate of Conformity (CoC) issuance Technical guidance and support throughout the certification process A valid Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is required for regulated products exported to Nigeria and supports the issuance of SONCAP certification, helping facilitate customs clearance and market access. Intertek's extensive global network of laboratories, inspection offices, and technical experts enables exporters worldwide to access local support and efficiently meet SONCAP requirements before shipment. By helping businesses demonstrate compliance at origin, Intertek reduces the risk of delays, additional inspections, and non-compliance issues at destination...

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