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Bureau Veritas Government Services: Zimbabwe Consignment Based Assessment (CBCA) Programme

Mar. 25 2025

Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing has been appointed by the Zimbabwean Ministry of Industry & Commerce to implement the Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) program.

About The CBCA Programme

The CBCA Programme is a comprehensive conformity assessment scheme implemented by the Ministry of Industry & Commerce of Zimbabwe to ensure the safety and quality of imported products. It requires all regulated goods to undergo verification of compliance with applicable standards and technical regulations prior to shipment. 

Objectives of the CBCA Programme (Value Chain)

  • Protect Consumers

    Ensure imported products meet safety and quality standards to safeguard Zimbabwean consumers.

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    Ensure imported products meet safety and quality standards to safeguard Zimbabwean consumers.

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  • Improve Product Quality

    Verify product compliance with applicable regulations and standards to enhance overall quality.

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    Verify product compliance with applicable regulations and standards to enhance overall quality.

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  • Facilitate Trade

    Recognize existing conformity documentation to avoid unnecessary inspections and enable swift customs clearance.

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    Recognize existing conformity documentation to avoid unnecessary inspections and enable swift customs clearance.

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How the CBCA Programme Works

  • Products subject to the programme must undergo conformity assessment prior to shipment.
  • Bureau Veritas will conduct document reviews, testing and/or physical inspection to verify compliance.
  • Upon confirmation, we will issue the required CBCA Certificate to enable customs clearance in Zimbabwe.

The CBCA supports safety and quality of products entering the Zimbabwean market.

Partner with Bureau Veritas

As the appointed provider, we bring global expertise and local market knowledge to support your exports to Zimbabwe. Contact us today to learn more about the CBCA 

Email: communication@bureauveritas.com
Phone: +2711 217 6300