ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Standards Act
12. Samples and information
Edition: 2026-07-10 · In force
12. Samples and information
(1)A person who manufactures, imports, stocks, distributes, sells or exhibits a product shall—(a)ensure that every product complies with the Kenya standards;(b)ensure that every product bears a valid standardization mark issued or recognized under this Act;(c)maintain records that uniquely identify each product, every supplier and the immediate customers; and(d)ensure that the product does not exceed its declared shelf life or expiry date.(2)A person who imports, stocks, distributes, sells or exhibits a product shall not place on the market or put into service any product that is not sold freely or conforms to applicable regulatory requirements in the country of origin.(3)The Bureau may request from any person who manufactures, stocks, distributes, sells or exhibits a product for any documentation and information that the Bureau requires for the purpose of carrying out its functions.(4)A manufacturer or a business operator who has reason to believe that a product which has been made available in the market is not in conformity with the requirements of this Act shall withdraw or recall the product.(5)A business operator shall cooperate with the Bureau to eliminate or mitigate risks presented by non-compliant products made available in the market.(6)Pursuant to subsection (5) the Bureau may issue an order to a manufacturer or business operator to—(a)prescribe specific conditions for the marketing of the product;(b)inform consumers of the risks in a clear and efficient manner;(c)mark the product with appropriate warning on the risks presented;(d)remove the product from listing in online sales platforms;(f)stop the supply and distribution of the product; or(g)take any other measures consistent with this Act to eliminate risk to consumers and the public.(7)The Cabinet Secretary may make regulations for the better carrying into effect of the provisions of this section.