Gabon PROGEC: Postponement of new regulatory measures

The Gabonese Standardisation Organisation has announced that the PROGEC Decree 1080-20 will be postponed to July 1, 2021.

During this transition period, the following products will be subject to a conformity control and will require a Certificate of Conformity:

• Construction materials
• Electrical and electronic devices
• Cosmetic products
• Medical-surgical devices
• Toys

AGANOR also confirmed that the minimum FOB value of a shipment needing to be certified remains at 3000 euros until July 1,2021.

We continue to accompany you during this transition phase and remain at your disposal for any further information.

For more information, do not hesitate to contact us.

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