Uganda UNBS has released a revised manual for PVoC.

UNBS has implemented a pre-export verification(PVoC) program since June 1, 2019.

PVoC is a inspection and verification grogram for products. Under the scope of the program, exporters and importers of all products that fall within the scope of PVocC must obtain a certificate of conformity before shipping the product.

The applicable product categories of PVoC are:

    – Toys


    – Electrical and electronics including solar equipment


    – Automotive products and inputs


    – Chemical products


    – Mechanical materials and gas appliances


    – Textiles, leather, plastics and rubber


    – Furniture including wood and metal


    – Paper and stationery


    – Protective safety equipment


    – Food and food products


    – Used commodities including automotive products