Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) for International Trade Compliance

Challenges in Import and Export Compliance

In today’s global trade environment, governments are placing increasing emphasis on consumer health and safety, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance. As a result, importing countries enforce strict requirements for conformity assessment, inspection certificates, and technical documentation before goods can enter their markets.

Exporters and importers often face challenges such as:

• Complex and country-specific import regulations

• Mandatory product certification requirements

• Delays in Customs clearance

• Risk of shipment rejection due to non-compliance

• Financial losses from returned or confiscated goods

Without proper pre-shipment inspection and verification, businesses risk operational disruptions and reputational damage.

Solution: Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) & Verification of Conformity (VOC)

Consignment Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA), also known as Verification of Conformity (VOC), is a structured program designed to ensure that exported goods comply with the technical regulations, national standards, and safety requirements of the destination country.

Under CBCA programs:

• Each shipment (consignment) is inspected prior to export

• Products are assessed against applicable national or international standards

• Required documentation is verified

• A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is issued when compliance is confirmed

This process helps authorities control substandard goods while facilitating secure and compliant international trade.

Benefits of CBCA with Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas, an ISO/IEC 17020 accredited global leader in inspection and conformity assessment services, provides trusted CBCA and VOC solutions worldwide.

By partnering with Bureau Veritas for your consignment inspection and product conformity assessment, you can:

✅ Mitigate export and import compliance risks

✅ Detect product defects and deficiencies prior to shipment

✅ Reduce shipment rejection and Customs delays

✅ Ensure compliance with destination country regulations

✅ Improve supply chain efficiency and transaction reliability

✅ Facilitate smooth Customs clearance processes

With extensive global expertise and local regulatory knowledge, Bureau Veritas supports exporters, importers, manufacturers, and traders in achieving safe, compliant, and seamless international trade operations.