Tanzania Bureau of Standards Suspends 106 Quality Certificates and Licences

Public Warning: Non-Compliant Products Removed from Market

Dar es Salaam, 20 January 2026

The Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has announced the suspension of 106 quality certificates and licences that permit products to use the TBS quality mark. The suspension, effective from the date indicated in the official list, affects multiple products whose manufacturers either failed to renew certification, violated application requirements, or breached the conditions attached to the TBS quality mark.

Regulatory Authority and Grounds for Suspension

According to TBS, the decision is based on Regulation 28 and the Regulations for Registration of Premises and Certification of Products (2021), which empower the agency to revoke or suspend certificates when standards are not met. The suspension action underscores TBS’s statutory responsibility to maintain quality assurance standards and protect the integrity of the TBS quality mark system.

Public Warning and Market Implications

TBS has issued a formal public warning advising citizens not to purchase or distribute any products whose quality marks have been suspended. The agency has cautioned that the affected goods no longer meet compliance requirements and do not carry valid TBS certification.

This action affects retailers, wholesalers, and consumers across Tanzania, as distributors are instructed to remove suspended products from shelves. Traders found selling non-compliant goods bearing suspended TBS marks may face regulatory penalties.

Reasons for Suspension

The 106 suspended certificates cover multiple scenarios:

• Manufacturers failed to renew their quality certificates within the prescribed renewal period

• Violation of application requirements during the certification process

• Breach of conditions and standards attached to the TBS quality mark authorization

How to Verify Suspended Certificates

Consumers, traders, and regulatory officials can access and verify the complete list of suspended certificates and licences through multiple channels:

• Official TBS website: www.tbs.go.tz

• Toll-free information line: 0800 110827

The official list details the specific suspension dates for each certificate, enabling businesses and consumers to identify which products are affected.

Consumer Protection Priority

The notice, issued and signed by Rhoda R. Mayugu, Acting Manager for Public Relations and Marketing, forms part of TBS’s ongoing efforts to safeguard consumer safety and ensure only certified, compliant products remain on the Tanzanian market. The suspension action demonstrates TBS’s commitment to maintaining rigorous quality standards and protecting public health.

Regulatory Framework

The suspension authority derives from Regulation 28 of the Standards (Registration of Premises and Certification of Products) Regulations, 2021. This regulatory provision grants TBS the power to suspend or revoke certificates when manufacturers fail to meet prescribed standards, maintenance requirements, or renewal obligations.

What This Means for Stakeholders

For Consumers:

Avoid purchasing products displaying TBS marks for suspended certificates. Check the TBS website before buying products to ensure certification is current and valid.

For Retailers and Distributors:

Remove all products bearing suspended TBS quality marks from store shelves immediately. Failure to do so may result in regulatory enforcement action.

For Manufacturers:

Renew expired certificates before they are suspended. Address any compliance deficiencies identified by TBS. Contact TBS to discuss reinstatement procedures if certification has been suspended.

Official Notice Details:

Notice Title: Taarifa kwa Umma Kuhusu Usitishaji wa Vyeti na Leseni za Ubora

(Public Notice on Suspension of Quality Certificates and Licences)

Official Date: 20 January 2026

Issued By: Tanzania Bureau of Standards (Shirika la Viwango Tanzania – TBS)

Signed By: Rhoda R. Mayugu, Acting Manager, Public Relations and Marketing

Ministry of Industry and Trade, United Republic of Tanzania.

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