Every shipment is verified and documented
Azuretti ensures that every product passing through the Nigerian Export Trade House is aligned with European Union regulations on food safety, labelling and packaging — without exception.
Built on transparency and independent verification
Azuretti does not self-certify. All analyses and inspections are carried out by certified third-party partners — principally Bureau Veritas and SGS — under internationally recognised ISO standards.
This independent verification model means both exporters and buyers can rely on the accuracy of quality data, reducing risk on both sides of the transaction.
Our testing & inspection partners
Bureau Veritas
ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
Global leader in testing, inspection and certification. Azuretti uses Bureau Veritas for independent quality verification of all commodity shipments.
SGS
ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
World's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS conducts commodity analysis under internationally recognised standards.
Compliance checks at every stage
From the Nigerian farm gate to the European buyer's door, every stage of the supply chain is monitored and documented.
Pre-shipment (Nigeria)
- Product sampling at Nigerian warehouse or farm gate
- Lab analysis by accredited third-party laboratory
- Verification against EU MRL and food safety standards
- Documentation pack preparation
- NEPC and NAFDAC clearances obtained
In Transit
- Temperature and humidity monitoring for perishable goods
- Container sealing and seal number documentation
- Bill of lading and freight documentation management
- Customs export declaration (Nigerian side)
Arrival in France
- EU customs import declaration
- Physical inspection and weight verification
- Random re-testing at French warehouse if required
- Documentation upload to buyer dashboard
- Inventory update and buyer notification
A complete paper trail for every shipment
All documentation is available for download from the buyer and exporter dashboards. Nothing ships without a complete document pack.
Certificate of Analysis
Lab test results for pesticide residue, mycotoxin, moisture and nutritional content.
Certificate of Origin
Official documentation confirming the Nigerian origin of the commodity.
Phytosanitary Certificate
Issued by Nigerian plant health authorities confirming the product is free of pests.
Packing List & Commercial Invoice
Full packing specification and commercial documentation for customs clearance.
EU-Required Commodity Declarations
Product-specific declarations required under EU food import regulations.
NAFDAC & NEPC Documentation
Nigerian regulatory approvals and export promotion council documentation where required.
Key EU regulations we work with
Our compliance programme is built around the core EU regulations governing food safety, hygiene and import. All products are verified against these frameworks.
EU Regulation 178/2002
General Food Law
Establishes the general principles and requirements of food law, including full traceability across the supply chain.
EU Regulation 852/2004
Food Hygiene
Lays down general rules for food business operators on the hygiene of foodstuffs.
EU Regulation 396/2005
Maximum Residue Levels
Sets maximum residue levels (MRLs) for pesticides in or on food and feed. All products are tested against current EU MRL thresholds.
EU Regulation 1169/2011
Food Information to Consumers
Governs food labelling requirements. All products leaving the Trade House are labelled in compliance with this regulation.
Commission Regulation 401/2006
Mycotoxin Sampling Methods
Prescribes sampling and analysis methods for mycotoxins in foodstuffs — particularly relevant for grains, nuts and spices.
Ethical & Sustainable Trade
Compliance is not just about regulation. Azuretti is committed to fair value distribution along the chain — from the Nigerian farmer who grows the product to the European end buyer.
We focus on building long-term, repeatable contracts rather than one-off spot trades. This creates stability for exporters, predictability for buyers and sustainable livelihoods for farming communities.
Compliance that benefits the entire value chain
Fair value for farmers, exporters and buyers at every transaction
Zero tolerance for falsified documentation or uncertified products
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or commissions
Support for sustainable farming practices and environmental compliance
Long-term contracts that reward quality and consistency
All shipments are subject to quality checks and documentation review before departure from Nigeria and upon arrival in France. Azuretti acts as your single point of contact for export compliance between Nigeria and the EU.
Speak to our compliance team