In accordance with the relevant decrees of the Ivorian Ministry of Commerce and Promotion of SMEs (MCAPPME), as of July 16, 2018, the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire has implemented a product conformity assessment program. Products listed in Côte d'Ivoire's import control catalog must be accompanied by a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) during customs clearance to demonstrate compliance with Côte d'Ivoire's relevant technical regulations and standards. This certificate is a mandatory document for clearing goods through Côte d'Ivoire's customs.

The scope of the Côte d'Ivoire PVOC certification is as follows:

Food

Electrical and electronic products

Chemicals

Personal Hygiene Products

Building Materials

Packaging Products

Auto Parts and Lubricants

Mechanical (lifting accessories, etc.)

Pressure Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Appliance for Gas Usage

Textiles

Footwear

Toys

Ivory Coast PVOC Certification Process

Step 1: Complete the application form, provide the packing list, and CI.

Step Two: Ship samples and conduct relevant product testing.

Three Steps: After the preliminary review of documents is completed, submit the samples for testing upon passing, and then organize and resubmit them for further institutional review.

Four Steps: After approval, we will arrange for quality inspection. A dedicated person will coordinate with you to ensure a one-time pass for the inspection. The inspection primarily involves visual assessment of product packaging and labels to confirm compliance with destination port requirements.

Five Steps: Upon completion of the inspection, shipment can be made. Provide the final packing list, CI stamped documents, and await the issuance of the certificate.