Afghanistan Standards Authority Rejects Substandard Goods at Sheikh Abu Nasr Farahi Port
KABUL — The Afghanistan Standards and Quality Authority (ASQA) rejected substandard goods at Sheikh Abu Nasr Farahi port and border crossing, returning them to the exporting countries after inspections.
Pajhwok Afghan News reported that ASQA turned back a 25-tonne shipment of substandard "Gader Nodani" steel identified at the border crossing. The rejection followed a comprehensive quality check, highlighting the authority's commitment to protecting public welfare.
Separately, Omid Radio stated that 63 tons of low-quality wall tiles were rejected at the port and sent back to the country of origin. Officials conducted thorough inspections to ensure compliance with national standards.
In both cases, ASQA emphasized its ongoing strict and transparent quality controls at all border points and ports. The authority declared there would be no leniency for harmful or substandard products entering the market.
ASQA urged traders and importers to strictly adhere to national standards, warning that violations would result in immediate rejection and return of goods. This measure aims to safeguard consumers and maintain product quality across Afghanistan.
The incidents occurred on the same day, underscoring ASQA's proactive enforcement of import regulations amid efforts to bolster economic standards and public safety.
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Where reports agree
- ASQA/Standards and Quality Authority rejected substandard goods at Sheikh Abu Nasr Farahi Port/border crossing
- Goods returned to origin
- Rejection due to failure to meet national standards after inspection
- Identical press release language on quality control process, no leniency, and urging traders
Where reports differ
- Quantity: 63 tons (Omid) vs. 25 tonnes (Pajhwok)
- Type of goods: wall tiles/kashi (Omid) vs. substandard steel/Gader Nodani (Pajhwok)
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