Customs clearance for bottled water and soft drinks Nigeria

Customs Clearance for Bottled Water and Soft Drinks in Nigeria

Navigating the regulatory landscape for importing bottled water and soft drinks into Nigeria can be a complex and time-sensitive task. At Cargoburg Logistics Limited, we offer comprehensive, end-to-end customs clearance services for bottled water and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring timely, compliant, and cost-effective importation for international suppliers, distributors, and beverage companies.

As a licensed customs clearing agent, freight forwarder, freight broker, warehouse operator, and drayage carrier, Cargoburg Logistics Limited provides integrated logistics solutions tailored to the unique regulatory and logistical requirements of Nigeria’s fast-growing beverage industry. We specialize in both air and sea freight forwarding, customs brokerage, warehousing, haulage, and product-specific compliance for beverages regulated by Nigerian authorities, including NAFDAC (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS).

Trusted by international manufacturers, major distributors, and local retailers, Cargoburg is your reliable partner for importing soft drinks, flavored beverages, energy drinks, and bottled water into Nigeria without delays or penalties.

Service Coverage at Major Nigerian Ports

Our customs clearance services for bottled water and beverages are available across Nigeria’s key ports and terminals. Cargoburg has teams of clearance professionals stationed at:

Apapa Port, Lagos

Tin Can Island Port, Lagos

Port Harcourt Port

Onne Port

Calabar Port

Warri Port

Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja

Whether your beverages are shipped in containers via sea freight or arrive via cargo flights, Cargoburg ensures smooth handling and regulatory compliance from arrival to final delivery.

Import Clearance Process for Bottled Water and Soft Drinks

Importing consumable goods like bottled water, soda, or flavored beverages requires multiple layers of documentation and regulatory oversight in Nigeria. Cargoburg manages the entire clearance process, eliminating the risk of detention, spoilage, or demurrage.

Our services include:

Product Classification & HS Code Verification
Correct HS code classification is critical for determining applicable duties and taxes. We provide accurate product classification for carbonated drinks, flavored beverages, sparkling water, and bottled water of various packaging formats (PET, glass, cans).

Form M Processing and Bank Activation
We handle your Form M application and liaise with your authorized bank to ensure proper registration and approval through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).

PAAR (Pre-Arrival Assessment Report) Facilitation
Our experts submit required documentation to the Nigeria Customs Service for PAAR issuance, speeding up valuation and assessment before your cargo lands.

NAFDAC Product Registration and Import Permit
Beverages fall under NAFDAC’s regulated product category. We manage:

NAFDAC product registration
Import permit applications
Labeling verification
Laboratory sampling and testing
Renewal of expired NAFDAC certificates

SONCAP Coordination (if required)
For beverage machinery or packaging equipment, we process SONCAP certification for compliance with the Standards Organisation of Nigeria.

Customs Duty Calculation & Duty Payment Assistance
We ensure accurate duty assessments based on applicable beverage tariffs and facilitate duty payments via approved channels.

Container Inspection and Release Coordination
We coordinate physical inspection, customs release, NAFDAC clearance, and terminal logistics to expedite cargo release and minimize delays.

Warehousing & Local Distribution
Once cleared, we can transport your shipment to bonded or free warehouses, cold storage, or directly to distribution hubs across Nigeria.

Types of Beverages We Clear

Cargoburg handles customs clearance for a wide range of bottled and canned drinks, including:

Bottled water – still, sparkling, flavored, or mineral

Carbonated soft drinks – cola, lemon-lime, root beer, tonic water

Non-carbonated beverages – juice drinks, iced teas, energy drinks

Flavored and enhanced waters – vitamin water, electrolyte beverages

Functional beverages – health drinks, detox waters

Beverages in cans, PET bottles, glass bottles, or pouches

Whether you’re a global beverage manufacturer shipping full container loads (FCLs) or a regional distributor bringing in less-than-container loads (LCLs), we have the expertise to deliver seamless import clearance services.

Why Choose Cargoburg Logistics for Beverage Clearance?

✅ Regulatory Expertise in Food and Beverage Imports

Bottled beverages are subject to strict compliance guidelines from NAFDAC and the Nigeria Customs Service. With years of experience clearing food and drink items, we ensure all import requirements are met, from health certificates to labeling compliance.

✅ Fast Turnaround Times

We understand that time-sensitive goods like beverages must reach the market quickly. Our efficient clearance process helps avoid demurrage and downtime at the port.

✅ Full Visibility and Control

From the moment your shipment arrives in Nigeria, we provide real-time tracking, updates, and transparent reporting on your cargo status and documentation.

✅ Cost-Effective Logistics Solutions

By bundling clearance, forwarding, warehousing, and haulage, we reduce your logistics overhead and improve cost predictability.

✅ Product Integrity & Compliance

We help ensure your beverages are stored, transported, and handled in a way that maintains quality and preserves product safety and shelf life.

✅ Relationship with Regulatory Authorities

Our strong working relationships with NAFDAC, SON, and Customs give us the leverage to resolve issues quickly and push clearance forward with minimal friction.

Additional Services for Bottled Beverage Importers

Cold Chain Logistics for temperature-sensitive beverages
Customs consultancy for new beverage launches or product category changes
Repackaging, relabeling, and barcoding for compliance and market readiness
Haulage and local distribution to retail centers and warehouses
Container unloading and last-mile delivery for major supermarket chains, beverage wholesalers, and e-commerce platforms

Clients We Serve in the Beverage Sector

We provide services for a broad spectrum of beverage industry players, including:

Global bottled water brands
Soft drink manufacturers
Regional beverage distributors
Retail chain importers
Pharmaceutical and healthcare drink providers
Hospitality and HORECA suppliers
Online grocers and e-commerce beverage retailers

Whether you’re moving product in bulk or shipping a new brand into Nigeria for the first time, we’ll help ensure that your beverages enter the country cleanly, quickly, and compliantly.

Case Study: Speedy Clearance for Imported Soft Drinks

Recently, an international distributor of canned fruit sodas turned to Cargoburg to resolve repeated customs bottlenecks. Their previous agents had failed to comply with updated NAFDAC requirements, resulting in weeks of port detention. We took over, facilitated retroactive product registration, re-submitted Form M documentation, coordinated inspections, and cleared the entire shipment within five business days. Today, they rely on Cargoburg for all Nigerian entries.

Partner with Cargoburg – Nigeria’s Leading Customs Agent for Bottled Beverages

Importing bottled water and soft drinks into Nigeria shouldn’t be stressful or unpredictable. With Cargoburg Logistics Limited by your side, you gain a partner who handles all regulatory, logistics, and documentation requirements with unmatched precision and speed.

We help your beverages land faster, move smarter, and reach Nigerian consumers without disruption.

📧 Email: info@cargoburg.com

Contact us today to request a free consultation or get a clearance quote tailored to your shipment.

Cargoburg Logistics Limited – Trusted by the beverage industry for efficient, compliant, and on-time customs clearance in Nigeria.

Customs clearance for bottled water and soft drinks Nigeria

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