Definition
Ensuring imported goods meet South African National Standards (SANS). A VOC certificate is issued by an accredited body before shipment, confirming the product was tested and found compliant. SARS Customs may withhold release without a valid VOC where one is required.
Frequently asked questions
What is VOC (Verification of Conformity)?
Ensuring imported goods meet South African National Standards (SANS). A VOC certificate is issued by an accredited body before shipment, confirming the product was tested and found compliant. SARS Customs may withhold release without a valid VOC where one is required.
Which glossary terms are related to VOC (Verification of Conformity)?
VOC (Verification of Conformity) is a customs & sars term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include 70707070 (Customs Code), Ad Valorem Duty, AEO (Authorised Economic Operator), Anti-Dumping Duty, B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.