Exporting to Saudi? Saudi Ban on 127 volt Products and Other Voltage Restrictions
The Saudi Ministry of Commerce & Industry (MoCI) have notified the Saudi Customs through a circular that the following electrical products are to be banned and the individual dates of implementation of these bans:
All products with an operating voltage of 127V will be banned for import from 21st May 2012
All spare parts for products with an operating voltage of 127V will be banned for import from 10th November 2025
All products with dual voltage 127/220 volts will be banned from 28th February 2016. Only products rated 220V or 230V will be allowed into KSA after this period
To find out how these requirements may affect your shipments please contact your local Intertek office. For further details click here or email us at info.government@intertek.com
Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Vehicles Tyres and Spare Parts to Qatar now need a COC
The Government of the State of Qatar, through the Qatar Ministry of Business and Trade – Department of Consumer Protection and the Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology (QGOSM), has issued strict rules regulating the import and sales of Vehicle Spare Parts and Vehicle Tyres to prevent non-compliant/counterfeit versions of such products entering into the Qatari market.
The regulation is effective from 15th September 2011.
The Circular issued by the Authority states that “Customs authorities will not allow the import of the regulated products, unless they are accompanied by a CoC issued by an approved body from the country of origin. It also stated that, in case of non-compliance of these products to the applicable GSO standards, a heavy fine will be imposed on the importers.
The following products are covered by this new regulation:
Vehicle Tyres
Safety Belts
Wheel Rims
Brake Pads
Note that Vehicle Tyres are included in the programme, but currently do not require separate Certificate of Conformity (CoC) for Tyre shipments exported to Qatar, as the Qatari Customs and QGOSM will accept Gulf Standard Organization (GSO) conformity certificates instead of CoCs.
Intertek has been given the approval from QGOSM to participate in the programme and issue Certificates of Conformity (CoC) for shipments of the afore mentioned products.
For information on how Intertek can assist you in complying with the Qatari programme and how to obtain a Certificate of Conformity which will ensure smooth clearance of shipments at Qatari Customs contact your nearest Intertek Country Office, details of which can be found here or email us at info.government@intertek.com
The regulation is effective from 15th September 2011.
The Circular issued by the Authority states that “Customs authorities will not allow the import of the regulated products, unless they are accompanied by a CoC issued by an approved body from the country of origin. It also stated that, in case of non-compliance of these products to the applicable GSO standards, a heavy fine will be imposed on the importers.
The following products are covered by this new regulation:
Vehicle Tyres
Safety Belts
Wheel Rims
Brake Pads
Note that Vehicle Tyres are included in the programme, but currently do not require separate Certificate of Conformity (CoC) for Tyre shipments exported to Qatar, as the Qatari Customs and QGOSM will accept Gulf Standard Organization (GSO) conformity certificates instead of CoCs.
Intertek has been given the approval from QGOSM to participate in the programme and issue Certificates of Conformity (CoC) for shipments of the afore mentioned products.
For information on how Intertek can assist you in complying with the Qatari programme and how to obtain a Certificate of Conformity which will ensure smooth clearance of shipments at Qatari Customs contact your nearest Intertek Country Office, details of which can be found here or email us at info.government@intertek.com
Monday, 28 March 2011
INTERTEK SIGNS CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE SAUDI FOOD AND DRUG AUTHORITY
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world, announced today that it has signed a Conformity Assessment Agreement with the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) to provide Conformity Assessment services for the import of Cosmetics products into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement confirms Intertek as a provider of Conformity Assessment Services for exports of cosmetics products to the Kingdom and authorised to issue the Certificate of Conformity. The certificate is a mandatory requirement for Customs clearance.
David Gregory, Vice President of Intertek’s Government Services said: “Having worked within KSA and been the largest service provider for the Product Conformity Programme for more than 15 years, we are delighted that the SFDA have appointed us to provide this service as leaders in the field of cosmetics testing, clinical research, analysis and certification which enables us to bring a lot of added value through expertise to both the industry and the SFDA.
We are the largest Authorised Inspection Body for cosmetics being exported to the Kingdom having issued more than 85,000 certificates for cosmetic and perfume products since 1998, have registered thousands of manufacturers and are the only one to have a dedicated regulatory affairs centre based in the region, enabling us to offer exporters extensive expertise, the very latest news on regulations as well as first class service.”
Intertek has pioneered Product Conformity Programmes for Governments worldwide, helping them implement programmes to improve the quality and safety of their imports. Intertek continues to work with global exporters and manufacturers to ensure that they comply with these requirements and achieve Customs clearance.
David Gregory, Vice President of Intertek’s Government Services said: “Having worked within KSA and been the largest service provider for the Product Conformity Programme for more than 15 years, we are delighted that the SFDA have appointed us to provide this service as leaders in the field of cosmetics testing, clinical research, analysis and certification which enables us to bring a lot of added value through expertise to both the industry and the SFDA.
We are the largest Authorised Inspection Body for cosmetics being exported to the Kingdom having issued more than 85,000 certificates for cosmetic and perfume products since 1998, have registered thousands of manufacturers and are the only one to have a dedicated regulatory affairs centre based in the region, enabling us to offer exporters extensive expertise, the very latest news on regulations as well as first class service.”
Intertek has pioneered Product Conformity Programmes for Governments worldwide, helping them implement programmes to improve the quality and safety of their imports. Intertek continues to work with global exporters and manufacturers to ensure that they comply with these requirements and achieve Customs clearance.
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
Increased testing of textile shipments by Saudi Customs
Saudi Customs have intensified testing of samples from garments/apparels shipments arriving into Saudi ports without Certificate of Conformity (CoC).
Manufacturers/Exporters are required to carry out testing and obtain certification/CoC for their shipments prior to export into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to avoid facing any unnecessary delay. Intertek can assist manufacturers/exporters with testing and certification of their garment/apparel shipments entering into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through their accredited laboratories and offices.
Manufacturers/Exporters are required to carry out testing and obtain certification/CoC for their shipments prior to export into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to avoid facing any unnecessary delay. Intertek can assist manufacturers/exporters with testing and certification of their garment/apparel shipments entering into Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through their accredited laboratories and offices.
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