Zimbabwe CBCA certification

2025.08.22

On March 23, 2015, the Zimbabwean Ministry of Commerce released the Goods Certification Assessment Scheme (CBCA) on its official website. According to the CBCA scheme, starting from May 16, 2015, all goods exported to Zimbabwe must undergo product certification before being offshore. After passing the certification, obtain the CBCA certificate, and present the CBCA certificate when the goods arrive for customs clearance in Zimbabwe. If the CBCA certificate is not obtained, Zimbabwean customs will refuse entry.


1. Introduction

Zimbabwe CBCA conformity testing, abbreviated as CBCA,. Actually, CBCA is another name for conformity testing. According to the procedures and relevant regulations of the World Trade Organization, the project will be launched on May 16, 2015 (based on the bill of lading date).

On March 23, 2015, the Zimbabwean Ministry of Commerce released the Goods Certification Assessment Scheme (CBCA). According to the CBCA scheme, all goods exported to Zimbabwe must undergo product certification before being offshore from May 16, 2015. The recognized products include: food and agricultural products, skincare products, etc.


2、 The purpose of this compliance certification and customs valuation project

1. Reduce the import of dangerous goods and substandard products into Zimbabwe

2. Increase customs and tax collection

3. Provide compliance certificates for regulated products exported to Zimbabwe at the place of origin and before shipment

4. Ensure the protection of Zimbabwean consumers and industries

5. Achieve fair competition


3、 Product control scope

This CBCA project combines compliance certification and customs valuation and is applicable to the following specific products:

1. Food and Agriculture

2. Construction products

3. Wood and Wood Products

4. Petroleum and Fuel

5. Packaging materials

6. Electronic/Electrical Products

7. Body care and health products

8. Automobiles and Transportation

9. Clothing and textiles

10. Engineering equipment

11. Toys

The CBCA certificate should be submitted for customs clearance upon arrival in Zimbabwe.


4、 Application process


We can provide you with comprehensive and one-stop Zimbabwe CBCA certification.



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