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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0808.10: - Apples
The measure came into effect on 29 May 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 May 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 32254, 29 May 2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating to the Grading, Packing and Marking of Apples Intended For Sale in the Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2 (3)(b) according to bilateral agreement accompanied by certificate issued by a relevant government authority responsible for quality control fruit and vegetables and in which it is certified that the quality of the apples as verified through inspection conforms to the relevant standard;
SAMPLING PROCEDURES
Obtaining a sample of the consignment
15. At least two per cent of the containers in a consignment shall be drawn at random for inspection purposes and an inspector shall be satisfied that the containers so drawn are representative of the consignment concerned: Provided that in the case of bulk containers, at least 25 per cent of the bulk containers or two bulk containers, whichever is the greatest, shall be drawn at random as sample of the consignment.
Obtaining an inspection sample
16. An inspection sample shall -
(a) in the case of containers, excluding bulk containers, be drawn from each container obtained
in accordance with item 15 and shall, in the case of
(i) containers with 50 apples or less, consist of the entire contents of the container; or
(ii) containers with more than 50 apples, consist of 50 apples drawn at random from the
container;
(b) in the case of bulk containers, be obtained by randomly drawing three quantities of 50 apples
each, respectively from the middle and two opposite corners, from each bulk container
obtained in accordance with item 15; and
(c) for the determination of uniformity in size, in the case of apples
(i) packed in layers, with or without trays, be obtained by randomly drawing a single layer of apples from each container obtained in accordance with item 15; and
(ii) packed in any packaging consists of the entire contents of each container obtained in accordance with item 15.
Deviating sample
17. If an inspector should notice during the process of drawing the random sample or during the inspection, that some of the containers derived from any part of the pallet load, truck load or consignment, contain apples which are noticeably inferior to or differ from the contents of containers which represent the remainder of the pal/et load, truck load or consignment, the inspection result shall only be based on the containers derived from the deviating portion of the pallet load, truck load or consignment, and further samples required for inspection shall be drawn from this deviating portion. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(3) (b), 15 -17
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0808.10 - Apples No - Description
- Apples
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0809.40: - Plums and sloes and 0813.20: - Prunes
The measure came into effect on 04 November 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 04 November 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 34720, 4 November 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Plums And Prunes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- SAMPLING PROCEDURES
Obtaining a sample from the consignment
12. At least two per cent of the containers in a consignment shall be drawn at random for Inspection purposes and an Inspector shall be satisfied that the containers so drawn are representative of the consignment concerned.
Obtaining en Inspection sample
13. An Inspection sample shall be drawn from each container obtained In accordance with regulation 12 and shall, In the case of··
(a) containers with 50 plums and prunes or less, consist of the entire contents of the container; or
(b) containers with more than 50 plums and prunes, consist of 50 adjacent plums and prunes drawn at random from the container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 12 and 13
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0809.40 - Plums and sloes Yes Plums 0813.20 - Prunes No - Description
- Plums and prunes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0809.10: - Apricots
The measure came into effect on 06 January 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 06 January 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.34910 , 6 January 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Apricots Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2 (2) Imported apricots shall be exempted from the provisions of subregulation (1), provided that the apricots
(b) according to bilateral agreement accompanied by certificate issued by a relevant government authority responsible for quality control of fresh fruit and vegetables and in which it is certified that the quality of the apricots as verified through inspection conforms to the relevant standard.
Obtaining a sample from the consignment
12. At least two per cent of the containers in a consignment shall be drawn at random for inspection purposes and an inspector shall be satisfied that the containers so drawn are representative of the consignment concerned.
Obtaining an Inspection sample
13. An inspection sample shall be drawn from each container obtained in accordance with regulation 2 and shall, in the case of -
(a) containers with 50 apricots or less, consist ofthe entire contents of the container; or
(b) containers with more than 50 apricots, consist of 50 adjacent apricots drawn at random from the container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2 (2) (b), 12 and 13
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0809.10 - Apricots No - Description
- Apricots
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0701: Potatoes, fresh or chilled.
The measure came into effect on 12 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33735, 12 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Potatoes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 9. (1) An inspector shall abstract. at random for inspection purposes, at least two percent of the container or ten containers in a consignment and satisfy himself or herself that the containers so abstracted are representative of the consignment concerned. Each container abstracted in this manner shall be inspected separately: Provided that in the case of bulk containers at least 25 percent or two containers, whichever is the greatest, shall be taken as sample from the consignment.
(2) If potatoes are inspected for internal quality the inspector shall -
(a) Abstract a sample of 3 kg of potatoes from each container of the sample as set out in subregulation (1); and
(b) From every 3 kg sample, select and cut a maximum of 750 g of the potatoes that have, in the opinion of the inspector, the poorest internal quality. The mass of the cut potatoes which does not comply with the requirements of the class concerned in proportion to the total mass of the 3 kg sample shall be determined on a percentage
basis. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0701 Potatoes, fresh or chilled. No - Description
- Potatoes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1007: Grain sorghum.
The measure came into effect on 08 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39580, 8 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sorghum Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Obtaining of sample
9. (1) A sample of a consignment of sorghum shall --
(a) in the case of sorghum delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten per cent of the bags chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of sorghum delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in sub-regulation (1) (a) or (b) shall--
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub-regulation (1 )(a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five percent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in subregulation (1 )(b).
(4) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the consignment from which it was taken. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1007 Grain sorghum. No - Description
- Sorghum
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1006: Rice.
The measure came into effect on 08 November 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 November 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 38159, 7 November 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Rice Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- SAMPLING
11. (1) A sample of a consignment of rice shall for the purpose of the application of these regulations be obtained by -
(a) in the case of rice in retail quantities packed in containers, randomly taking from the number of containers concerned, at least the applicable number of containers mentioned in column 2 of Table 1;
(ii) sampling each such container by hand in the manner set out in regulation 10: Provided that if the contents per container is 1kg or less the total contents of all the chosen containers will be taken as sample; and
(iii) in the case of rice in retail quantities that are kept for sale in loose quantities, obtain a sample by hand in the manner contemplated in regulation 12;
(b) in the case of rice delivered in bags-
(i) sampling each bag in that consignment with a grain probe as contemplated in regulation 13 or by hand as contemplated in regulation
12 if it consists of 100 bags or less; or
(ii) by otherwise sampling at least 10 percent of the bags chosen at random from that consignment with a grain probe as contemplated in regulation
13 or by hand as contemplated in regulation 12: Provided that at least 15 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 15 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled.
(c) in case of rice delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 11, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in subregulation (1)(b) or (c) shall-
(a) have a total mass of at least 5kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed by means of dividing before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in subregulation 1(b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional 2 percent of the remaining bags chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in subregulation (1)(c).
(4) A sample taken in terms of this regulation is considered to be representative of the consignment from which it was obtained. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 11-13
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1006 Rice. No - Description
- Rice
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soft Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Taking of sample
9. (1) A sample of a consignment of wheat shall --
(a) in the case of wheat delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten percent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags
in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of wheat delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in sub-regulation (1) (a) or (b) shall --
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed by means of dividing before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub regulation (1) (a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five percent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in subregulation (1)(b).
(4) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub regulation (1) (b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional representative sample shall be obtained by using an alternative sampling pattern, apparatus or method.
(5) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the consignment from which it was taken. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes Soft wheat - Description
- Soft wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1201: Soya beans, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 20 June 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 June 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37741, 20 June 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soya Beans Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Obtaining sample
9. (1) A representative sample of a consignment of soya beans shall --
(a) in the case of soya beans delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten percent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of soya beans delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in subregulation (1) (a) or (b) shall --
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed by means of dividing before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in subregulation (1) (a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five percent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in subregulation (1)(b).
(4) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in subregulation (1) (b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional representative sample shall be obtained by using an alternative sampling pattern, apparatus or method.
(5) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the
consignment from which it was taken. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1201 Soya beans, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Soya beans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1206.00: Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sunflower Seed Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Obtaining a sample
9. (1) A representative sample of a consignment of sunflower seed shall--
(a) in the case of sunflower seed delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least 10 percent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of sunflower seed delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in sub-regulation (1) (a) or (b) shall--
(a) have a total mass of at least 5 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed by means of dividing before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub regulation (1)(a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five percent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in sub regulation(1)(b).
(4) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub-regulation (1) (b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional representative sample shall be obtained by using an alternative sampling pattern, apparatus or method.
(5) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the
consignment from which it was taken. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1206.00 Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Sunflower seed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0306.11: -- Rock lobster and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.) and 0306.12: -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.)
The measure came into effect on 04 September 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 04 September 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. R. 978 (Government Gazette 25171) Of 4 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Frozen Rock Lobster And Frozen Lobster Products Derived Therefrom
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers requirements for the handling, preparation, processing, packaging, freezing, storage and quality of frozen lobster tails, frozen whole lobster (cooked or raw) or any other frozen lobster product derived from lobsters of the families Palinuridae and Scyllaridae, and of the family Nephropidae (genera Homarus, Nephrops and Metanephrops, or any other species of lobster), intended for human consumption. It also covers requirements for factories and employees involved in the production.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.6.9 Freezers, chill rooms, freezer storage rooms and their equipment and instruments
Freezers, chill rooms, freezer storage rooms and their equipment and instruments shall operate efficiently and shall be kept clean and in a hygienic condition. The temperature in freezer storage rooms shall be automatically and continuously monitored and a record of the temperature shall be kept and shall be available for inspection. Products shall not be stacked direct on the floor or against the walls. No material other than the product or ingredients of the product shall be stored in freezers, chill rooms or freezer storage rooms. No condition and no object or matter that could affect the flavour, odour or appearance of the frozen product in any way shall be present in freezers, chill rooms and freezer storage rooms. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.6.9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0306.11 -- Rock lobster and other sea crawfish (Palinurus spp., Panulirus spp., Jasus spp.) Yes Frozen rock lobster 0306.12 -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.) No - Description
- Frozen rock lobster and frozen lobster products derived therefrom
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 25 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 25 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Serial No. 791 Of 25 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Consolidation Of The Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- SAMPLING
Taking of sample
9. (1) A sample of a consignment of wheat shall --
(a) in the case of wheat delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten per cent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of wheat delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in subregulation (1)(a) or (b) shall --
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in subregulation (1)(a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five per cent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in subregulation (1)(b).
(4) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the consignment from which it was taken.
(5) In the case of arbitration, the buyer and seller shall agree upon the bulk sampling apparatus. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes wheat - Description
- Wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0806: Grapes, fresh or dried.
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 May 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 40014, 27 May 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Table Grapes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No persons shall sell table grapes in the Republic of South Africa other than imported table
grapes referred to in subregulation (3) –
(e) unless the samples for inspection are drawn according to the requirements sets out in regulations 12, 13 and 14;
(f) unless the samples are inspected in accordance with the method set out in regulations 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 , and 21.
SAMPLING PROCEDURES
Obtaining a sample of the consignment
12. At least two per cent of the containers in a consignment shall be drawn at random for inspection purposes and an inspector shall be satisfied that the containers so drawn are representative of the consignment concerned.
Obtaining an inspection sample
13. An inspection sample shall be taken from each container which are obtained in accordance with regulation 12 and shall consist of the entire contents of the container.
Deviating sample
14. If an inspector should notice during the process of drawing the random sample or during the inspection, that some of the containers derived from any part of the pallet load, truck load or consignment, contain table grapes which are noticeably inferior to or differ from the contents of the containers which represent the remainder of the pallet load, truck load or consignment, the inspection result shall be based only on the containers derived from the deviating portion of the pallet load, truck load or consignment, and further samples required for inspection shall be drawn from this deviating portion.
METHODS OF INSPECTION
Determination of ripeness
15. (1) The ripeness of table grapes shall be determined as follows:
(a) Take as a working sample at least 1 kg of berries at random any of the bunches from 50% of the containers which were taken at random for inspection purposes, in accordance with item 18. A minimum of 5 berries and a maximum of 30 berries per bunch may be taken for large berry varieties while a minimum of 5 berries and a
maximum of 50 berries per bunch may be taken for small berry varieties. No full bunch/bunches may be taken for testing.
(b) Obtain the juice of the table grapes in a manner as set out in regulation 16.
(c) Determine the total soluble solids (TSS) in a manner as set out in regulation 17.
(d) Determine the acid content in a manner as set out in regulation 18.
(e) Determine the ratio of the total soluble solids (TSS) to the acid content (sugar to acid ratio) in a manner as set out in regulation 19.
(2) (a) The minimum number of tests to be taken with regard to the number of containers in the consignment is as follows:(see Table on page 6 of the regulations)
(b) If two, three or four samples are tested, the consignment shall be approved if not more than one of the samples thus tested, fails by less than one unit to comply with the minimum sugar to acid ratio as set out in Table 3 of Annexure 1 for the particular cultivar and the average of all the samples thus tested complies with the aforesaid prescribed requirements: Provided that where any test fails to comply by one unit or more with the prescribed minimum requirements, the consignment shall be rejected.
(c) If five samples are tested, the consignment shall be approved if not more than one sample thus tested, fails by not more than two units to comply with the minimum sugar to acid ratio as set out in Table 3 of Annexure 1 for the particular cultivar and the average of all the samples thus tested complies with the aforesaid prescribed requirements.
(d) If six or more samples are tested, the consignment shall be passed if not more than two samples thus tested fail by not more than two units to comply with the minimum sugar to acid ratio as set out in Table 3 of Annexure 1 for the particular cultivar and the average of all the samples thus tested complies with the aforesaid prescribed
requirements.
Obtaining the juice of table grapes
16. The juice in a working sample of table grapes is extracted as follows:
(a) Remove randomly prescribed number of the berries from the selected bunches and squeeze out all the juice from the berries with a suitable juice press or liquidiser.
(b) Drain the juice so obtained through a layer of muslin in a suitable receptacle.
(c) Apply slight pressure by hand on the muslin to speed up the straining of the thick juice and pulp.
(d) Stop pressure as soon as the liquid becomes thick and turbid.
Determination of the total soluble solids (TSS)
17. The total soluble solids (TSS) of table grapes in a consignment shall be determined with a calibrated refractometer as follows:
(a) Place an equal number of drops (1 or 2) from the drained juice obtained in regulation 16 onto the refractometer prism plate.
(b) Note the reading on the prism scale to one decimal place.
(c) Place a thermometer of the range 0°C to 50°C, calibrated in degrees Celsius, for at least one minute in the juice and take the reading thereon. Provided that if the refractometer with automatic correction is used no temperature adjustment is needed.
(d) Repeat the steps in paragraphs (a) and (b), after the prism plate was cleaned with distilled water and wiped dry.
(e) Determine the average of the two readings.
(f) Use the particulars in Table 6 of Annexure 1 to convert the figure obtained in paragraph (e) with due regard to the temperature taken in paragraph (c).
Determination of the acid content
18. (1) The acid content of the table grapes in a consignment shall be determined as follows:
(a) Transfer 20 millilitre of the juice, extracted in accordance with regulation 16, by means of a 20 millilitre pipette to a glass titration flask in which a small quantity of distilled water has been placed.
(b) Add five drops of phenolphthalein indicator to the mixture of juice and water in the flask.
(c) Titrate a 0,1333N sodium hydroxide solution into such juice until:
(i) in the case of white table grape cultivars, the end-point of light pink (light red/light rose) stays constantly visible for 30 seconds without changing while the flask is being swirled; or
(ii) in the case of red/black table grape cultivars, the end-point of smutty green or khaki green stays constantly visible for 30 seconds without changing while the flask is being swirled.
(d) Determine how many millilitre of the solution concerned was used for this neutralisation and divide this figure by 20.
(2) The end result obtained in subregulation (1) (d) represent the percentage acid content of the consignment concerned.
(3) If the grape juice is dark in colour and the determination of the end-point thereby hampered, the test shall be repeated and the 20 millilitre of grape juice may in such a case be further diluted with distilled water before titration takes place.
Determination of the ratio of the total soluble solids (TSS) to acid content
19. The ratio of the total soluble solids (TSS) to acid content (sugar to acid ratio) of table grapes in a consignment shall be determined by dividing the percentage obtained in regulation 17 by the percentage obtained in regulation 18.
Determination of the berry size of table grapes
20. The berry size of table grapes is determined as follows:
(a) Take as working sample of an intact bunch or bunches of at least 525 g of table grapes of the bunches that appears to be the smallest berries from the inspection sample obtained in regulation 13: Provided that the working sample may be taken from two or more of the containers in the inspection sample.
(b) Strip the berries from the stalk(s) and weigh off 500 g taken at random from the working sample. Use suitable sizing rings and determine the diameter of the berries in the 500 g sample by placing each berry with the stem-end facing upwards on the opening prescribed for the relevant berry size as set out in Table 1 of Annexure 1. The diameter of any berry that falls through the prescribed opening through the action of gravity, shall be deemed to be too small.
(c) Weigh the berries which were found to be too small and determine it as a percentage of the total weight of each working sample. The berries which deviates may not be smaller than the prescribed minimum diameter as set out in Table 1 and exceed the prescribed tolerances permitted in Table 5 regulation 8.
(d) The consignment shall be approved if it complies with:
(i) the deviation tolerance as set out in regulation 8 of Table 5; and
(ii) the deviation tolerance as set out in the table below (see page 8 of the regulations).
(e) The consignment shall not be approved if any working sample deviates with more than 5% from the deviation tolerances mentioned in item 8 of Table 5.
Determination of the presence of seeds in seedless cultivars
21. The number of seeds per 100 g berries in a consignment of seedless grapes is determined as follows:
(a) Take as a working sample 100 g berries, which according to the opinion of the inspector, are the most likely to contain seeds, from one of the inspection samples obtained in accordance with subregulation (13).
(b) Take one representative working sample for every 5 pallets or part thereof.
(c) Cut all the berries obtained in paragraph (a) in half through the longitudinal axis.
(d) Count the hard, mature seeds. Seeds which are still soft and underdeveloped and which can be squashed by the pressure applied between two fingers should not be counted. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(e) and 12-21
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0806 Grapes, fresh or dried. Yes Table grapes - Description
- Table grapes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0101.2: - Horses :, 0102.2: - Cattle :, 0103: Live swine., 0104.10: - Sheep and 0104.20: - Goats
The measure came into effect on 17 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- GOVERNMENT GAZETIE, 17 SEPTEMBER 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- MEAT SAFETY ACT, 2000 (ACT No. 40 OF 2000)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and B: Protection of life and health of animals
- Description of the measure
- A. Ante mortem inspection
Ante mortem inspections
79.(1)A registered inspector doing ante mortem inspection at a -
(a)rural abattoir, must be at least a meat inspector or, provided exemption has been granted by the provincial executive officer, a meat examiner;
(b) low and high throughput abattoir, must at least be a meat inspector.
(2) A declaration of health and origin must be provided for all animals by the owner of the slaughter stock and recorded by the abattoir owner and such health declaration must contain the following information -
(a) date of delivery;
(b) name and address of owner or farm;
(c) number of animals and specie(s);
(d) health status of the herd(s) including mortality rate; and
(e) medication, if given as well as withdrawal periods and dates.
(3)An animal must be inspected on the day of arrival at the abattoir, and the inspection must be repeated on the day of slaughter if the slaughter is not done within 24 hours of arrival.
(4) There must be a standard procedure at an abattoir to convey the information acquired in the lair ages to the registered inspectors in the meat inspection area, and a method of marking specific animals for the attention of a registered inspector should be in place.
Further inspections and findings
80. (1) (a) All animals that in the opinion of a registered inspector, who is not a veterinarian, doing ante mortem inspection as described in regulation 79, are not fit for slaughter must be examined by a veterinarian who is a registered inspector
(b) The veterinarian, must decide whether such animals may be slaughtered, provisionally slaughtered or disposed of;
(2) If the veterinarian decides that an animal mentioned in sub regulation (1)(a) may be slaughtered or provisionally slaughtered. the carcass of such animal is subject to secondary meat inspection in terms of regulation 107.
(3) An animal may not be slaughtered if it is suspected that a forbidden substance has -
(a) been administered to it;
(b) been implanted in it;
(c) contaminated it; or
(d) been eaten by it.
(4) No person may slaughter an animal which is on the point of giving birth or which has given birth in transit or lair age. (see also 68(11))
B. Primary meat inspections
Provisions for meat inspection personnel
84. The provincial executive officer may determine the number of meat inspectors or meat examiners required in an abattoir after having considered the abattoir design, number of inspection stations, line speed, different species, structural and managerial aspects.
General
85. (1) No carcass, part thereof, rough or red offal may be sold or dispatched from an abattoir unless inspected and approved by a registered inspector and marked with the "PASSED" mark, as contemplated in Part VII.
(2) All relevant information, including ante mortem and health records, must be taken into consideration when doing meat inspection.
(3) A person may not remove, cut or debone any carcass or meat prior to inspection
(4) A person may not remove any sign or evidence of any disease, condition, contamination or soiling by washing, trimming or any other manner prior to meat inspection, unless it is done under the supervision of a registered inspector.
(5) No lymph nodes may be removed prior to meat inspection.
(6) Heads, feet. rough and red offal must be identifiable with the carcass of origin until inspection is done.
(7) Any carcass, meat or viscera which, in the opinion of the registered inspector, is not fit for human or animal consumption must be detained for secondary inspection.
(8) A registered inspector must acquaint him or her-self of all further guidelines issued by the national executive officer regarding primary meat inspections.
(1) Cattle
Inspection of cattle carcasses
86.(1)The registered inspector must inspect a carcass by means of observation, palpation, smell and, where necessary, incision and must take into consideration -
(a) its state of nutrition;
(b) its color;
(c) its odor;
(d) its symmetry;
(e) the efficiency of its bleeding;
(f) any contamination;
(g) its pathological conditions;
(h) any parasitic infestation;
(i) any injection marks;
U) any bruising and injuries;
(k) any abnormalities of muscles, bones, tendons, joints or other tissues; and
(I) the age and sex of the animal from which it was derived.
When inspecting the hindquarter, a registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal peritoneum, by observation;
(b) the Lynn iliac media/as et /laterals and the Lynn umbilicus, by multiple incisions;
(c) the Lnn inguinalis superficialis, by multiple incisions;
(d) the muscular part of the diaphragm, by making two incisions approximately 25 mm apart and removing the peritoneal layer to expose the muscle; and
(e) the kidneys, by exposure or incisions if necessary and the Lnn. renal is by incisions if necessary.
(3) When inspecting the forequarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal pleura by observation;
(b) the Lnn cervical is superficialis, by palpation; and
(c) the M triceps brachii, by making one deep transverse incision through the distal part of the muscle.
(4) The sternum, ribs, vertebrae and spinal cord must be inspected on carcasses which have been split.
Inspection of cattle heads
87. (1) When inspecting the head, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the Lnn mandibulares. Lnn parotidei, and the Lnn retropharyngiales, by multiple incisions: and
(b) the external masseters (M. masseter). by making two deep linear incisions parallel to the mandible, and the internal masseters ( M. pterigoideus media/is), by making a single deep linear incision.
(2) The registered inspector must observe and palpate the tongue.
(3) The registered inspector must observe the skin (or external surface of de-masked heads), lips, gums, hard and soft palates, eyes and nostrils.
(4)The tonsils must be removed after inspection as part of the slaughtering process and condemned.
Inspection of feet
88. The feet must be inspected by observation.
Inspection of cattle red offal
89. When inspecting the red offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the surface of the visceral pleura, by observation;
(b) the liver by palpation and incisions into the gastric surface and the base of the caudate lobe to open the bile ducts;
(c) the hepatic lymph nodes, by multiple incisions into the Ln. hepaticas;
(d) the trachea. by a lengthwise incision and the esophagus by observation;
(e) the lungs, by palpation and an incision in their posterior thirds perpendicular to their main axes to open the main branches of the bronchi;
(f) the Lnn mediastinal, by multiple incisions;
(g) the Lnn bronchiales bilaterally, by multiple incisions;
(h) the pericardium and the heart, by an incision made lengthwise to cut through the interventricular septum and open the ventricles and two additional vertical cuts into the split septum;
(i) the spleen, by visual inspection and if necessary by incision;
(j) the tail, by observation;
(k) the thyroid gland, by observation;
(I) both sides of the diaphragm, by observation; and
(m) the testes, by observation.
Inspection of cattle rough offal
90. When inspecting the rough offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the visceral peritoneum as well as the omentum, by observation;
{b) if necessary, the inner surfaces of the stomach and intestines, but this inspection may only take place in the rough offal room or detention area with separate equipment;
(c)the gastric and mesenteric lymph nodes (Lnn gastrici, mesenterici, crania/is and caudalis), by observation and, if necessary by multiple incisions.
(2) Sheep and goats
Inspection of sheep or goat carcasses
91.(1) The registered inspector must inspect a carcass by means of observation, palpation, smell and, where necessary incision, and must take into consideration -
(a) its state of nutrition;
(b) its color;
(c) its odor;
(d) its symmetry;
(e) the efficiency of its bleeding;
(f) any contamination;
(g) its pathological conditions;
(h) any parasitic infestation;
(i) any injection marks;
(j) any bruising and injuries;
(k) any abnormalities of muscles, bones, tendons, joints, or other tissues; and
(I) the age and sex of the animal from which it was derived.
(2) When inspecting the hindquarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal peritoneum, by observation;
(b) the Lnn iliac media/as et laterals, by observation;
(c) the Lnn inguinalis superficialis, Lnn umbilicus, Lnn popliteus and Lnn analyst, by palpation;
(d) the kidneys, by exposure, observation and palpation and the Lnn. renalis, by palpation; and
(e) the muscular part of the diaphragm by visual inspection.
(3) When inspecting the forequarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal pleura and thoracic cavity, by observation; and
(b) the Lnn cervicalis superficialis, by palpation;
Inspection of sheep and goat heads
92. The registered inspector must visually inspect the head and when necessary, inspect the throat, mouth, tongue and Lnn mandibu/ares, Lnn parotidei, and the Lnn retropharyngiales, making incisions as required.
Inspection of feet
93. The feet must be inspected by observation.
Inspection of sheep and goat red offal
94. When inspecting the red offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a)the surface of the visceral pleura, by observation;
(b)the liver, by palpation and incisions into the gastric surface and the base of the caudate lobe to open the bile ducts;
(c) the hepatic lymph nodes, by multiple incisions into the Ln. hepaticus;
(d) the lungs, esophagus and trachea, by observation and palpation;
{e) the Lnn bronchiales and Lnn mediastinales, by observation and palpation;
{f) the pericardium and the heart, by an incision made lengthwise to open the ventricles;
(g) the spleen, by observation and if necessary palpation;
{h) both sides of the diaphragm, by observation; and
{i) the testes, by observation.
Inspection of sheep and goat rough offal
95. When inspecting the rough offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the visceral peritoneum as well as the omentum, by observation;
(b} if necessary, the inner surfaces of the stomach and intestines, but this inspection may only take place in the rough offal room or detention area with separate equipment: and
(c) the gastric and mesenteric lymph nodes (Lnn gastrici, mesenterici, cranialis and caudalis). by observation.
(3) Pigs
Inspection of pig carcasses
96. (1) The Registered Inspector must inspect a carcass by means of observation, palpation, smell and, where necessary, incision, and must take into consideration -
{a) its state of nutrition;
(b) its color;
(c) its odor;
{d) its symmetry;
{e) the efficiency of its bleeding;
(f) any contamination;
(g) its pathological conditions;
{h) any parasitic infestation;
{i) any injection marks;
(j) any bruising and injuries:
(k) any abnormalities of muscles, bones, tendons, joints or other tissues; and
(I) the age and sex of the animal from which it was derived.
(2) When inspecting the hindquarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal peritoneum, by observation;
(b) the Lnn iliac media/es et laterales, by multiple incisions:
(c) the Lnn inguinalis superficialis, by multiple incisions;
{d) the muscular part of the diaphragm, by making two incisions approximately 25 mm apart and removing the peritoneal layer to expose the muscle; and
(e) kidneys, by exposure or incisions if necessary and the Lnn. renalis by incisions if necessary.
(f) The tail and if any signs of necrosis due to tail biting is observed, the carcass must be split and the spine examined.
(3) When inspecting the forequarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal pleura, by observation: and
(b) the M triceps brachii, by making one deep transverse incision through the distal part of the muscle. In the case of pigs weighing between 54 kg and 92 kg these incisions may be omitted provided that the heart is inspected and no cysticercoid are found elsewhere in the carcass.
(4) Where the carcass has been split, the sternum, ribs, vertebrae and spinal cord must be inspected.
Inspection of pig head
97.(1) When inspecting the head, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally - (a} the Lnn mandibulares and Lnn parotidei, by multiple incisions; and
(b) the external masseters (M. masseter), by making two deep linear incisions parallel to the mandible and the internal masseters (M. pterygoids media/is) by making a single deep linear incision.
(2)The registered inspector must observe the tongue, skin, lips, gums, hard and soft palate, eyes and nostrils.
Inspection of pig red offal
98. When inspecting the red offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the surface of the visceral pleura, by observation;
(b) the liver, by palpation and incisions into the gastric surface and the base of the caudate lobe to open the bile ducts;
(c) the hepatic lymph nodes, by multiple incisions into the Ln. hepaticus;
(d) the trachea, by a lengthwise incision and the esophagus by observation;
(e) the lungs, by palpation and an incision in their posterior thirds perpendicular to their main
axes to open the main branches of the bronchi;
(f) the lungs, for contamination with water from the scalding tank and if contaminated such lungs may not be passed;
(g) the Lnn mediastinales, by multiple incisions;
(h) the Lnn bronchiafes bilaterally, by multiple incisions;
(i) the pericardium and the heart, by an incision made lengthwise to cut through the interventricular septum and open the ventricles and two additional vertical cuts into the split septum;
(j) the spleen, by visual inspection and if necessary incision;
(k) both sides of the diaphragm, by observation; and
(I) the testes, by observation.
Inspection of pig rough offal
99. When inspecting the rough offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the visceral peritoneum as well as the omentum, by observation;
(b) if necessary, the inner surfaces of the stomach and intestines, but this inspection may only take place in the rough offal room or detention area with separate equipment; and
(c) the gastric and mesenteric lymph nodes ( Lnn gastrici, mesenterici, cranialis and cauda/is) by observation and, if necessary by multiple incisions.
(4) Horses
Inspection of horse carcass
100. (1) The registered inspector must inspect a carcass by means of observation, palpation, smell and, where necessary incision, and must take into consideration -
(a) its state of nutrition;
(b) its color;
(c) its odor;
(d} its symmetry;
(e) the efficiency of its bleeding;
(f} any contamination;
(g) its pathological conditions;
(h) any parasitic infestation;
(i) any injection marks;
m any bruising and injuries;
{k) any abnormalities of muscles, bones, tendons, joints or other tissues; and
(I) the age and sex of the animal from which it was derived;
(2) When inspecting the hindquarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal peritoneum. by observation;
(b) the Lnn iliac media/es et laterales, and the Lnn subiliacus by multiple incisions; and
(c) the kidneys, by exposure or incisions if necessary and the Lnn. renalis by incisions if
necessary.
(3) When inspecting the forequarter, the registered inspector must inspect bilaterally -
(a) the parietal pleura, by observation; and
(b) the Lnn cetVicalis superficialis, by palpation.
(4) Carcasses must be spilt after which the sternum, ribs, vertebrae and spinal cord must be inspected.
Examination of horse head
101. The registered inspector must -
(a) examine the head by observation;
(b) palpate the tongue; and
(c) observe the skin, lips, gums. hard and soft palate, eyes and nostrils.
Inspection of feet
102. The feet must be inspected by observation.
Inspection of horse red offal
103. When inspecting the red offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the surface of the visceral pleura, by observation;
(b) the liver, by palpation and incisions to open the bile ducts;
(c) the hepatic lymph nodes, by multiple incisions into the Ln. hepaticus;
{d) the lungs, esophagus and trachea by observation and palpation and an incision into the trachea;
(e) the pericardium and the heart, by an incision made lengthwise to cut through the interventricular septum;
(f) the spleen, by visual inspection and if necessary by palpation;
(g) the tail, by observation;
(h) both sides of the diaphragm, by observation; and
(i) the testes, by observation.
Inspection of horse rough offal
104. When inspecting the rough offal, the registered inspector must inspect -
(a) the visceral peritoneum, by observation; and
(b) the outer surface of the stomach and intestines as well as the omentum, by observation.
General
106. (1) Suspect carcasses found during primary meat inspections in terms of sub part B, must be marked "detained" and must be subjected to secondary meat inspection by a registered inspector who is a veterinarian.
(2) A secondary inspection, on a carcass must reveal the -
(a) species, age and sex;
(b) clotting and staining characteristics of the blood;
(c) organ or part of the carcass affected;
{d) condition or disease and the probable cause thereof;
(e) judgement and the motivation therefore where applicable.
(3) Depending on the said finding, the carcass, organ or meat may be -
(a) passed;
(b) conditionally passed, subject to treatment;
(c) partially passed by removing the condemned part; or
(d) totally condemned.
(4) Where a carcass is not passed, the owner may request a written certificate.
Emergency slaughtered animals
107. (1) The meat of animals which were referred to a veterinarian, who is a registered inspector, during ante mortem inspection, as contemplated in regulation 80, must be examined by such veterinarian who must pay particular attention to -
(a) blood content of intercostal veins, the small vessels beneath the serosa of the abdominal wall and in the retroperitoneal fat in the walls of the pelvis;
(b) all visible lymph nodes after the carcass has been split and examine and loosen a shoulder and open an acetabulum from the medial aspect to observe the exposed connective tissue, fat. lymph nodes and articular surface; and
(c) the condition of the musculature and abnormal odors and color of the carcass.
(2) If regarded as necessary by the veterinarian, the carcass or meat must be subjected to laboratory examination in order to make a final decision.
Records
108. The results of the ante mortem examination, primary meat inspection and secondary meat inspection must be recorded, and where zoonotic and controlled diseases, contemplated in the Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act No. 35 of 1984), are diagnosed, the local state veterinarian must be notified on the day of slaughter - Reference of the measure
- Section VI A section 79-80, Part VI 84-104,106-108
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 13 Meat products and Fresh or chilled meat No 0101.2 - Horses : No 0102.2 - Cattle : No 0103 Live swine. No 0104.10 - Sheep No 0104.20 - Goats No - Description
- Meat, Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Horse and Pig
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 17 September 2004 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 29 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39627, 29 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Bread Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 9(1) A sample of a consignment of wheat shall --
(a) in the case of wheat delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten percent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that
consignment shall be sampled; and (b) in the case of wheat delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six
different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in sub-regulation (1 ) (a) or (b) shall --
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed by means of dividing before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub-regulation (1)(a) is not representative of that consignment, in additional five percent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in sub-regulation (1)(b).
(4) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub-regulation (1)(b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional representative sample shall be obtained by using an alternative sampling pattern, apparatus or method.
(5) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the consignment from which it was taken. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes Bread wheat - Description
- Bread wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1205: Rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 05 June 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 June 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 32282 , 5 June 2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Canola Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Obtaining sample
9. (1 ) A representative sample of a consignment of canola shall -
(a) in the case of canola delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling at least ten (10) per cent of the bags, chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignment shall be sampled and where a consignment consists of less than 25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of canola delivered in bulk and subject to regulation 10, be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer, in at least six different places, chosen at random in that bulk quantity, with a bulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The sample obtained in sub regulation (1)(a) or (b) shall
(a) have a total mass of at least 3 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed before further dividing.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub regulation (1)(a) is not representative of that consignment, an additional five per cent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in sub regulation (1 )(b).
(4) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in subregulation (1 )(b) is not representative of that consignment, an additional representative sample shall be obtained by using an alternative sampling pattern, apparatus or method.
(5) A sample taken in terms of these regulations shall be deemed to be representative of the consignment from which it was taken.
Sampling if contents differ
10. (1) If, after an examination of the canola taken from different bags in a consignment in terms of regulation 9(1), it appears that the contents of those bags differ substantially-
(a) the bags concerned shall be separated from each other;
(b) all the bags in the consignment concerned shall be sampled in order to do such separation; and
(c) each group of bags with similar contents in that consignment shall for the purposes of these regulations be deemed to be a separate consignment.
(2) If, after the discharge of a consignment of canola in bulk has commenced, it is suspected that the consignment could be of a class or grade other than that determined by means of the initial sampling. the discharge shall immediately be stopped and the part of the consignment remaining in the bulk container, as well as the canola that is already in the collecting tray, shall be sampled anew with a bulk sampling apparatus or by catching at least 20 samples at regular intervals throughout the whole off loading period with a suitable container from the stream of canola that is flowing in bulk. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 9 and 10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1205 Rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken. Yes Canola - Description
- Canola
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0405: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads., 1516: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. and 1517: Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16.
The measure came into effect on 09 March 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 March 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 35109, 9 March 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Classification, Packing And Marking Of Fat Spreads Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Inspection and sampling
17. (1) An inspector may in any lot of fat spreads open as many containers and inspect the contents thereof and remove samples of such contents for the purpose of further inspection or analysis, as he or she may deem necessary, for which he or she must issue a receipt.
(2) An inspector shall satisfy himself or herself that the samples so extracted are representative of the product in the lot concerned.
(3) The method to be employed and the procedure to be followed when a sample of fat spread is to be taken shall be based on international acceptable reference methods and procedures. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 17
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0405 Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads. Yes Fat spreads 1516 Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. Yes Fat spreads 1517 Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16. Yes Fat spreads - Description
- Fat spreads
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0805: Citrus fruit, fresh or dried.
The measure came into effect on 30 November 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 30 November 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 35910, 30 November 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Citrus Fruit Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Obtaining a sample of consignment
14. (1) An inspector shall draw at random for inspection purposes, a sample of a consignment citrus fruit as
follows and shall be satisfied that the containers so drawn are representative of the consignment concerned:
(i) In the case of citrus fruit packed in containers:
(aa) Select at random at least two per cent of the total number of containers: Provided that for the determination of the size, granulation and internal quality of the citrus fruit, a minimum of two per cent or 10 containers per consignment, whichever is the smallest, shall be examined.
(bb) Draw at random a sample consisting of 50 fruit from each such container: Provided that if a container contains less than 50 fruit, the entire contents of such a container shall be taken as a sample.
(ii) In the case of citrus fruit packed in bulk containers:
(aa) Draw at random from each consignment at least 25 per cent or two containers, whichever is the greatest, of the bulk containers concerned.
(bb) Draw at random from each bulk container three quantities of 50 fruit each, respectively from the middle and two opposite corners of the bulk container.
(cc) All three samples of 50 fruit shall be taken as the sample for the inspection.
(2) (i) A sample obtained in terms of subregulation (1), depending on the type of container, shall be inspected in the manner as set out in item 10.
(ii) The results of such an inspection shall apply to the whole consignment from which the sample concerned was obtained. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 14
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0805 Citrus fruit, fresh or dried. No - Description
- Citrus fruit i.e grapefruit, kumquats, lemons, limes, oranges and Seville oranges, pummelos (Shaddocks) as
well as soft citrus (easy peelers)
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1101.00: Wheat or meslin flour. and 19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
The measure came into effect on 22 February 2008
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 February 2008
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 30782, 22 February 2008
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Wheat Products Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 13. (1) In order to determine whether a wheat product complies with the requirement for such
product, the product shall --
(a) be analysed in duplicate;
(b) where necessary, be ground to such a fineness as to allow all the material to pass through a round hole sieve with aperture of 2 mm;
(c) be mixed thoroughly before any determination is made;
(d) be measured out in grams accurately to the fourth decimal place unless where otherwise specified; and
(e) in the case of baked products, be treated in such a manner that, except in the case of the determination of the dry solids mass, the crust is first separated from the product and the remaining portion (called "the crumb" in the baking trade) is then cut into thin slices and, when air-dry, ground to such a fineness as to allow the sample to pass through a 1,0 mm sieve. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 13
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1101.00 Wheat or meslin flour. Yes Of Wheat 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products Yes Of wheat - Description
- Wheat products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid., 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2003: Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2004: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06., 2005: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. and 2006: Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 11. (1) For the purpose of an inspection, an inspector should proceed as follows:
(a) Draw at random a representative sample by drawing the number of containers in column 2 of Table 1 opposite the production group in column 1 of Table 1, taking the net mass of each container into consideration.
(b) Examine from each of the containers obtained in paragraph (a) a working sample which is representative of the contents of the container of a size as prescribed in subregulation (2).
(c) Determine the number of containers of which the contents do not comply with the regulations.
(d) If the number of containers obtained in paragraph (c) exceed the number of containers in column 3 of Table 1, the consignment shall be downgraded or rejected.
(2) A working sample shall in the case of -
(a) A2 1/2 containers or smaller, consist of the drained contents of the container; and
(b) containers larger than A2 1/2 containers, consist of a random drained sample of 600 g. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 11
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2003 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2004 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2005 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2006 Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac Yes Canned vegetables - Description
- Canned vegetables
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1007: Grain sorghum.
The measure came into effect on 16 May 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A84: Inspection requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 16 May 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- 4 No.31042 GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, 16 MAY2008
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT STANDARDS ACT, 1990 (ACT No. 119 OF 1990)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 9.(1) A sample of a consignment of sorghum shall;
(a) in the case of sorghum delivered in bags and subject to regulation 10,be obtained by sampling at least ten per cent of the bags chosen from that consignment at random, with a bag probe: Provided that at least 25 bags in a consignmentshallbesampledandwhereaconsignmentconsistsoflessthan25 bags, all the bags in that consignment shall be sampled; and
(b) in the case of sorghum delivered in bulk and subject tor egulation10,be obtained by sampling that consignment throughout the whole depth of the layer,in atleast six different places,chosen at randomin that bulk quantity,withabulk sampling apparatus.
(2) The collective sample obtained in sub regulation (1)(a) or (b)shall;
(a) have a total mass of at least 10 kg; and
(b) be thoroughly mixed before further examination.
(3) If it is suspected that the sample referred to in sub regulation(1)(a)is not representative of that consignment, an additional five per cent of the remaining bags, chosen from that consignment at random, shall be emptied into a suitable bulk container and sampled in the manner contemplated in sub regulation(1)(b).
(4) Asampletakenintermsoftheseregulationsshallbedeemedtoberepresentativeofthe consignment from which it was taken.
Sampling if contents differ
10. (1) If, after an examination of the sorghum taken from different bags in a consignment in terms of regulation 9(1)(a), it appears that the contents of those bags differ substantially;
(a) the bags concerned shall be placed separately;
(b) all the bags in the consignment concerned shall be sampled with a bag probe in order to do such separation ;and
(c) Each group of bags with a similar content in that consignment shall for the purposes of these regulations be deemed to be a separate consignment.
(2) If, after the discharge of a consignment of sorghum in bulk has commenced, it is suspected that the consignment could be of a class or grade other than that determined by means of the initial sampling,the discharge shall immediately be stopped and the part of the consignment remaining in the bulk container as well as the sorghum already in the hopper shall be sampled anew with a bulk samplingapparatusorbycatching,bymeansofasuitablecontainer,atregularintervalsquantities from the stream of sorghum flowing in bulk.
Working sample
11. (1) A working sample shall be obtained by dividing the representative sample of the representative or deviating sample of the consignment according to the ICC(International Association for Cereal Chemistry) 101/1 (Approved 1982)method.
INSPECTION METHODS
Determination of class and presence of smut, undesirable smells, harmful substances, poisonous seeds and insects
12. A consignment or a sample of a consignment of sorghum shall be sensorial assessed or chemically analyzed in order to determine;
(a) the class thereof;
(b) whether it is smeared black by smut;
(c) whether it contains smut balls;
(d) whether it has a musty, sour or other undesirable smell;
(e) whether it contains any substance that renders it unsuitable for human consumption or for processing in to or utilization as food or feed;
(f) whether it contains any poisonous seeds ;and
(g) Whether it contains any insects.
Determination of percentage foreign matter
13. The percentage of foreign matter in a consignment of sorghum shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 100 g of material from the sample of the consignment.
(b) Remove all foreign matter by hand from the working sample and determine the mass thereof.
(c) Express the mass thus determined, as percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(d) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of foreign matter in the consignment concerned.
Determination of percentage un threshed sorghum
14. The percentage of un threshed sorghum in a consignment of sorghum shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 50 g of material from the sample from which all foreign matter has been removed.
(b) Remove all un threshed sorghum by hand from the working sample and determine the mass thereof.
(c) Express the mass thus determined, as a percentage of the mass of the workings ample.
(d) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of unthreshed sorghum in the consignment concerned.
Determination of percentage defective sorghum content and percentage small kernel sorghum
15. The percentages of defective sorghum and small kernel sorghum in a consignment of sorghum shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 50g of material from as ample from which all foreign matter and unthreshed sorghum have been removed.
(b) Place the working sample on a standard sieve.
(c) Screen the working sample for 25 to 30 seconds by performing 30 movements of the standard sieve and collectingtrayonanevenhorizontalsurfaceandalongthelongitudinal axis of the slots of the sieve: Provided that each such movement shall consist of a toand-for movement of between 200 mm and 300 mm each.
(d) Remove all defective grain sorghum kernels from those portions of the working sample
That respectively remained in or on the standard sieve and were collected in the collecting tray and determine the joint mass hereof.
(e) Express the mass thus determined, as a percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(f) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of defective grain sorghum in the consignment concerned.
(g) Determine the mass of the material that remained in the collecting tray after the removal of the defective sorghum kernels in terms of paragraph (d).
(h) Express the mass thus determined as a percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(i) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of small kernel sorghum in the consignment concerned.
Determination of percentage sorghum of another group
16. The percentage of sorghum of another group In a consignment of sorghum shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 25 g of material from the sample from which all foreign matter,unthreshed sorghum, defective grain sorghum and small kernel sorghum have been removed.
(b) Remove all sorghum of another group by hand from the working sample and determine the mass thereof.
(c) Express the mass thus determined, as a percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(d) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of sorghum of another group in the consignment concerned.
Determination of percentage white sorghum
17. The percentage of white sorghum in a consignment of sorghum shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 25 g of material from the sample from which all foreign matter,unthreshed sorghum,defective sorghum and small kernel sorghum have been removed.
(b) Remove all the white sorghum by hand from the working sample and determine the mass thereof.
(c) Express the mass thus determined, as a percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(d) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of white sorghum in the consignment concerned.
Determination of percentage weather-stained sorghum
18. The percentage of weather-stained sorghum in a consignment shall be determined as follows:
(a) Obtain a working sample of at least 10 g of material from the sample from which all foreign matter,unthreshed sorghum,defective sorghum and small kernel sorghum have been removed.
(b) Remove all the weather-stained sorghum by hand from the working sample and determine the mass thereof.
(c) Express the mass thus determined, as a percentage of the mass of the working sample.
(d) Such percentage shall represent the percentage of weather-stained sorghum in the consignment concerned.
Determination of moisture content
19. The moisture content of a consignment of sorghum may be determined according to any suitable method: Provided that the results thus obtained complies with the maximum permitted errors for aclass1 moisture meter as detailed in ISO 7700/1-1984(E), based upon result of the 72 hour, 103°C oven dried method[AACC("American Association of Cereal Chemists")44-15A]
PART V OFFENCES AND PENALTIES
20.Any person who contravenes or fails to comply with any provision of these regulations shall be guilty of an offence and upon conviction be liable to a fine or imprisonment in terms of section 11 of the Act. - Reference of the measure
- Part III section 9-11, Part IV section 12-19 & part VI section20
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1007 Grain sorghum. No - Description
- Sorghum
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 16 May 2008 - Description
- All countries
A84: Inspection requirement
