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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 7007.11: -- Of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category N1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category N1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or
d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates specified in schedule 1
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance, apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.2.2.2 Windows and partitions
3.2.2.2.1 Glass partitions and glass windows fitted to a vehicle shall be of safety glass that complies with the relevant requirements given in the said SABS 1191 or in SABS 1193:1978, Toughened safety glass for vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 463 of 9 July 1982.
3.2.2.2.2 For the purposes of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:
a) the glass shall bear the glass manufacturer's registered trademark; and
b) the glass fitted shall comply with an approved national standard, recognized by the Regulatory Authority, that will provide a method of identifying the glass type. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.2.2.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 7007.11 -- Of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels Yes Glass partitions and glass windows for motor vehicles of category N1. - Description
- Glass partitions and glass windows for motor vehicles of category N1.
Category N1 motor vehicle, is a vehicle motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t, that has at least four wheels (or, provided that the maximum mass exceeds 1 t, at least three wheels), and that is used for the
carriage of goods.
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 8535.30: - Isolating switches and make-and-break switches
The measure came into effect on 15 July 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 15 July 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 618 (Government Gazette 18858) Of 15 May 1998
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Manually Operated Switches For Appliances
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers switches for appliances actuated by hand, by foot or by any other human activity , for use in , on, or with appliances and other equipment for household and similar purposes , with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A but does not apply to switches already built into appliances.
- Description of the measure
- 3. Requirements
A switch shall comply with the relevant of te following clauses of SABS IEC 61058-1:1996, Switches for Appliance - Part 1:General requirements , as published by Government Notice No. 250 of 20 February 1998.
-8 Marking and documentation - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Full details about this NTM will be uploaded when the NTM Manager makes SABS IEC 61058-1:1996, Switches for Appliance as published by Government Notice No. 250 of 20 February 1998 available.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8535.30 - Isolating switches and make-and-break switches Yes with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A - Description
- Switches for appliances actuated by hand, by foot or by any other human activity , for use in , on, or with appliances and other equipment for household and similar purposes , with rated voltage in the 50V to 440 V and a rated current not exceeding 63A but does not apply to switches already built into appliances.
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 8535.90.90: -- Other and 8536.90.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 03 June 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 June 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R444 (Government Gazette 18779), 3 April 1998
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Appliance Couplers
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers two-pole appliance couplers for a.c. only, with or without earthing contact,
with rated voltage in the range 50 V to 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 16A, for household and
similar general purposes and intended for the connection of a supply cord to electrical appliances or other
electrical equipment. - Description of the measure
- 3. Requirements
An appliance coupler shall comply with the relevant of the following clauses of SABS IEC 320-1, Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes- Part 1: General requirements , as published by Government Notice 1084 (Government Gazette No. 17287) of 5 July 1996.
-8 Marking - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8535.90.90 -- Other Yes Appliance coupler 8536.90.90 -- Other Yes Appliance coupler - Description
- Appliance coupler i.e a means that enables the connection and disconnection, at will, of a cord to an
appliance or other equipment and that consists of a connector and an appliance inlet.
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 8536.90.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 14 September 1989
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 14 September 1989
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 1489 (Government Gazette 12002) Of14 July 1989
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Safety Of Starters For TubularFluorescent Lamps
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers the safety of interchangeable starters for use with 4-80 W pre-heat type tubular
fluorescent lamps including luminaires of Class I1 (as defined in SABS 1464 'Safety of luminaires' Part I:
'General requirements'). - Description of the measure
- 4. Marking
Each starter shall bear the following information in legible and indelible marking:
(a) The manufacturer's name, trade name or trade mark, or any combination of these;
(b) the power or the power range of the lamps for which the starter is intended;
(c) the rated voltage or voltage range of the starter;
(d) a model identification, e.g. a catalogue number;
(e) lot identification - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8536.90.90 -- Other Yes Starters for use with 4-80 W pre-heat type tubular fluorescent lamps - Description
- Starters for use with 4-80 W pre-heat type tubular fluorescent lamps
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
The measure came into effect on 24 August 2007
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 August 2007
- Publication where the measure is specified
- GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, 24 AUGUST 2007
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FOODSTUFFS, COSMETICS AND DISINFECTANTS ACT, 972;REGULATIONS RELATING TO HEALTH MESSAGES ON CONTAINER LABELS OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Health messages on container labels
2. (1) Container labels for alcoholic beverages must contain at least one of the health messages set out in the annexure to these regulations.
(2) A health message referred to in subregulation (1) shall-
(i) be visible, legible and indelible and the legibility thereof shall not be affected by any other matter, printed or otherwise;
(ii) be on a space specifically devoted for it which must be at least one eight of the total size of the container label; and
(iii) be in black on a white background.
Language
3. A health message shall be in any of the South Afncan official languages but must be in the same language as that of the container label.
Prohibited statements
4. The following information or declarations shall not appear on any container label of an alcoholic beverage:
(a) Words, pictorial representations, descriptions which may create the impression that such an alcoholic beverage has been manufactured in accordance with recommendations made by-
(i) a health professional registered in terms of any law; (ii) any health organization, association or foundation;
(b) the words "health", "healthy", "heal", "cure", "restorative" or other words or symbols claiming that the alcoholic beverage has health giving, medicinal, therapeutic or prophylactic properties as part of the name or description of the alcoholic beverage; or
(c) the words: Subject to the provisions of the Medicines and Related Substances Act, 1965 (Act no. 101 of 1965) or similar wording that makes reference to the said Act. - Reference of the measure
- Section 2-5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 20 Alcoholic Beverages No - Description
- Alcoholic beverages
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 24 August 2007 - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8704.21: -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes and 8704.31: -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category N1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category N1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or
d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates specified in schedule 1
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance, apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 5.2 Information plates
5.2.1 Data plates
5.2.1.1 A vehicle shall have a metal data plate or plates affixed by rivets, or by welding, or by any other method that will achieve permanency of attachment during the life of the vehicle, in a conspicuous and readily accessible position on a part not subject to replacement.
5.2.1.2 As an alternative to the above, a data plate may be a self-adhesive tamper proof metal or plastics label that is not transferable from one vehicle to another, is clearly legible, and undergoes permanent and obvious damage on removal. The self-adhesive tamper proof label shall be resistant to engine oils, to engine coolants, to normal engine temperatures and to humidity. In addition, it shall have permanency characteristics similar to those of the plate(s) described in 5.2.1.1.
5.2.1.3 The data plate(s) shall be legibly and indelibly printed or stamped with the following details of the model type or of the vehicle, as applicable:
a) the gross vehicle mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GVM/BVM;
b) the gross combination mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GCM/BKM; and
c) the gross axle mass-load of each axle, or the gross axle unit mass-load of each axle unit, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GA/SA or GAU/SAE, as applicable.
5.2.2 Optional data plate
The abbreviations given in 5.2.1.3(a), 5.2.1.3(b) and 5.2.1.3(c) are not required if the information is supplied in the following order:
a) gross vehicle mass;
b) gross combination mass; and
c) gross axle masses in the order front to rear.
5.2.3 Information on vehicle engine
The requirements for the vehicle engine number shall comply with the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996).
5.2.4 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS ISO 3779: 1983, Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Content and structure, and SABS ISO 4030: 1983, Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Location and attachment, as published by Government Notice no. 3160 of 20 November 1992. However, the requirements for marking the VIN, as given in clause 5 of the said SABS ISO 4030, shall, for the purpose of this specification, be taken to read as follows:
5 VIN attachment
5.1 The VIN shall be marked direct on any integral part of the vehicle; it may be either on the frame, or, for integral frame body units, on a part of the body not easily removed or replaced.
5.2 The VIN shall also be marked on the data plate.
5.3 Deleted.
5.4 The height of the roman letters and the Arabic numerals of the VIN shall be as follows:
- at least 7 mm if marked in accordance with 5.1 (frame, body, etc.) on motor vehicles and trailers; and
- at least 3 mm if marked in accordance with 5.2 (data plate).
5.2.5 Visible identification
An identification code made up of all or part of the VIN shall be applied to the motor vehicle, such that it is readily visible to a person standing outside the vehicle, without the use of aids. In cases where only part of the VIN is used, the code shall be sufficient to provide unique identification of any unit of a model, provided the model is known.
5.3 Measuring units
All gauges, indicators or instruments that are fitted to a motor vehicle and are calibrated in physical units shall be calibrated in units as prescribed by the current applicable regulations promulgated under the Measuring Units and National Measuring Standards Act, 1973 (Act 76 of 1973). - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 5.2 and 5.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8704.21 -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes Yes motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t 8704.31 -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes Yes motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t - Description
- Motor vehicles of category N1.
Category N1 motor vehicle, is a vehicle motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t, that has at least four wheels (or, provided that the maximum mass exceeds 1 t, at least three wheels), and that is used for the
carriage of goods.
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 3923.21: -- Of polymers of ethylene and 3923.29: -- Of other plastics
The measure came into effect on 06 March 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 06 March 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. R. 651 (Government Gazette No. 36808) of 6 September 2013.
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Plastic Carrier Bags And Flat Bags - VC 8087
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This compulsory specification covers the requirements for plastic carrier bags and flat bags that are made from virgin thermoplastics material or any percentage of recycled thermoplastics or filler materials that are intended for
use to carry products from a point of sale to use.
1.2 This compulsory specification does not apply to refuse bags, barrier bags, bin liners, household plastic bags, zip lock bags or carrier bags made from materials other than those specified in paragraph 1.1. - Description of the measure
- 4. Marking
The NRCS approval number shall appear prominently on all plastic carrier bags and flat bags in the following format:
"NRCS Approval XXXXX." - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 3923.21 -- Of polymers of ethylene Yes Plastic carrier bags and flat bags that are made from virgin thermoplastics material or any percentage of recycled thermoplastics or filler materials 3923.29 -- Of other plastics Yes Plastic carrier bags and flat bags that are made from virgin thermoplastics material or any percentage of recycled thermoplastics or filler materials - Description
- Plastic carrier bags and flat bags that are made from virgin thermoplastics material or any percentage of recycled thermoplastics or filler materials that are intended for use to carry products from a point of sale to use.
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
The measure came into effect on 19 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government gazette Notice, 19NOVEMBER2010 No.33776 3
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FOODSTUFFS, COSMETICS AND DISINFECTANTS ACT, 1972 (ACT 54 OF 1972) THE REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE LABELLING AND ADVERTISING OF FOODSTUFFS, R.146 OF 1 MARCH 2010: AMENDMENT
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 1. Regulation 9(b): Delete the phrase at the end of the sentence " ... Provided that in the case of imported foodstuffs, the manufacturer’s name and address shall be included on the label;".
2. Regulation 1O: Add the following additional sub-regulation:
"(d) In the case of imported single ingredient agricultural commodities in bulk, where owing to climatic, seasonal or other contingencies, the words "Product of (name(s) of country(ies)) separated by the expression "and/or", in cases where more than one country may be the source of the single ingredient agricultural commodity, shall be declared on the label of the final pre-packed foodstuff; Provided that the final end product remains a single ingredient agricultural commodity."
3.Regulation 13(a)(ii): Add the words " ...other organizations accredited by SANAS to certify certain quality aspects of foodstuffs and the safety thereof ...,", following the wording in brackets "...excluding religious certifying organizations...".
5. Regulation41:Replace contents in its entirety with the following wording
"Notwithstanding the requirements of Regulations 37 to 39, any food additive that is present in the foodstuff solely because it was a constituent of an ingredient of such foodstuff and does not perform the same technological function in the final foodstuff to which it was added, shall be labelled in accordance with the latest adopted revision of Codex principle related to the labelling of carry-over additives as captured in the General Codex Standard for the Labelling of Pre-packaged Foods." - Reference of the measure
- Section (1,2,3 $5)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- foodstuff
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 19 November 2012 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 3808: Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulphur-treated bands, wi
The measure came into effect on 29 September 2006
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 September 2006
- Publication where the measure is specified
- GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, 29September 2006
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FERTILIZER, FARM FEEDS, AGRICULTURAL REMEDIES AND STOCK REMEDIES ACT, 1947 (ACT No. 36 OF 1947) REGULATIONSREGARDING STOCK REMEDIES
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- C: Protection of life and health of plants
- Description of the measure
- Labelling of containers
11. (1) No person may sell any stock remedy without an approved label.
(2) A container of a stock remedy shall not be labelled with any marks or signs other than the prescribed details in the labelling requirements, or in terms of a provision of any other law, or and which was approved by the Registrar.
(3) Despite the labelling requirements in annexure D and regulations (IO), and subject to the provisions of any other law, no words or marks may appear on the container in which a registered stock remedy is sold, or on a label and/or pamphlet affixed thereto without prior approval of the Registrar.
(4) Only recognized chemical, analytical and pharmaceutical expressions or terms or those expressions or terms which, for reasons of clarity, have been approved by the Registrar, may be marked or printed on a container in which a registered stock remedy is sold, or on a label affixed thereto, for the purpose of explaining the composition of such remedy.
Approval of labelling by Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act,(Act No.36 of 1947) does not absolve the company from the obligations of complying with the South African National Standards 289or any other relevant legislation. - Reference of the measure
- Part II section 11
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 3808 Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulphur-treated bands, wi Yes Stock remedies - Description
- stock remedies
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 29 September 2006 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8703: Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars.
The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 4.3 Vehicle Fuel Economy and Carbon Dioxide Emission Labelling
4.3.1 Every petrol and diesel powered vehicle shall have applied to the inside of its windscreen a fuel consumption label.
4.3.2 The label shall be self adhesive and removable and of a type suitable for application to the windscreen.
4.3.3 The Label shall be placed in the bottom corner of the windscreen.
4.3.4 The fuel consumption label shall contain the following statements and information.
• The words "FUEL CONSUMPTION" or "FUEL ECONOMY" as a heading
• The vehicle make, model or description.
• The fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions values as determined by SANS 20101: 2006 recorded in Iitres per 100km and grams per km respectively.
4.3.5 Where a common label is utilised covering different engine, body styles or transmissions the fuel consumption and carbon dioxide figures quoted shall be those as applicable to the worst case combination.
4.3.6 As an alternative to sections 4.3.1, 4.3.2 and 4.3.3 above, an internally mounted label visible through the windscreen of the vehicle and suitable for removal and inclusion in the owner's manual may be displayed.
5.2.1.3 The data plate(s) shall be legibly and indelibly printed or stamped with the following details
of the model type or of the vehicle, as applicable:
a) the gross vehicle mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GVM/BVM;
b) the gross combination mass, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GCM/BKM; and
c) the gross axle mass-load of each axle, or the gross axle unit mass-load of each axle unit, in kilograms, for the model type, denoted and prefixed by the letters GAIBA or GAUIBAE, as applicable.
5.2.2 Optional data plate
The abbreviations given in 5.2.1.3(a), 5.2.1.3(b) and 5.2.1.3(c) are not required if the information is supplied in the following order:
a) gross vehicle mass;
b) gross combination mass; and
c) gross axle masses in the order front to rear.
5.2.3 Information on vehicle engine
The requirements for the vehicle engine number shall comply with the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996).
5.2.4 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS ISO 3779: 1983, Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Content and structure, and SABS ISO 4030: 1983, Road vehicles - Vehicle identification number (VIN) - Location and attachment, as published by Government Notice no. 3160 of 20 November 1992. However, the requirements for marking the VIN, as given in clause 5 of the said SABS ISO 4030, shall, for the purpose of this specification, be taken to read as follows:
5 VIN attachment
5.1 The VIN shall be marked direct on any integral part of the vehicle; it may be either on
the frame, or, for integral frame body units, on a part of the body not easily removed or
replaced.
5.2 The VIN shall also be marked on the data plate.
5.3 Deleted.
5.4 The height of the roman letters and the arabic numerals of the VIN shall be as follows:
- at least 7 mm if marked in accordance with 5.1 (frame, body, etc.) on motor vehicles and trailers; and
- at least 3 mm if marked in accordance with 5.2 (data plate).
5.2.5 Visible identification
An identification code made up of all or part of the VIN shall be applied to the motor vehicle, such
that it is readily visible to a person standing outside the vehicle, without the use of aids. In cases where only part of the VIN is used, the code shall be sufficient to provide unique identification of any unit of a model, provided the model is known.
5.3 Measuring units
All gauges, indicators or instruments that are fitted to a motor vehicle and are calibrated in physical units shall be calibrated in units as prescribed by the current applicable regulations promulgated under the Measuring Units and National Measuring Standards Act, 1973 (Act 76 of 1973). - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 4.3, 5.2.1.3, 5.2.2, 5.2.3, 5.2.5 and 5.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8703 Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars. No - Description
- Motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 2208.50.00: - Gin and Geneva
The measure came into effect on 01 December 1971
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 December 1971
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Law of Zambia; Republic of Zambia
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 77.If neutral spirit is added in the manufacture of blended gin, the label shall clearly and legibly bear the words "Blended with neutral spirits".
- Reference of the measure
- Part II para 77
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2208.50.00 - Gin and Geneva Yes Gin - Description
- Blended gin
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 December 1972 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 08 October 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 October 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Competition and Consumer Protection Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Competition and Consumer Protection Act.
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and B: Protection of life and health of animals
- Description of the measure
- 50 (1) A product that is sold in Zambia shall have a label to clearly indicate the product name, the ingredients used in the product, the date of manufacture and expiry of the product, the manufacturer’s name, the physical location of the manufacturer, the telephone number and any other contact details of the manufacturer.
(2) A person or an enterprise shall not sell any goods to consumers unless the goods conform to the mandatory consumer product information standard for the class of goods set by the Zambia Bureau of Standards or other relevant competent body.
(3) A person who, or an enterprise which, sells, exposes for sale, imports, displays or deals with a product in any manner contrary to sub-section (1) or (2), commits an offence and is liable, upon conviction, to a fine not exceeding three hundred thousand penalty units or to imprisonment for a period not exceeding three years, or to both. - Reference of the measure
- Section 50(1; 2; 3)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- All Products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 29 December 2006
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 December 2006
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No 120 of 2006
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 558 Part 2 13A plugs, sockets, adaptors and connection units: Part 2. Switched and un switched socket-outlets
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies requirements for 13 A switched and unswitched shuttered socket-outlets for household, commercial and light industrial purposes, with particular reference to safety in normal use
Also covers quality requirements, inspection, marking, labelling and testing - Reference of the measure
- Page 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- 13 A switched and unswitched shuttered socket-outlets for household, commercial and light industrial purposes, with particular reference to safety in normal use
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 December 2006
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No 120 of 2006
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 558 Part 3, 13A plugs, sockets, adaptors and connection units: Part 3. Specifications for adaptors
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies requirements for adaptors having insulating sleeves on the line and neutral plug pins and suitable for use with socket-outlets complying with ZS 558: Part 2, with particular reference to safety in normal use
Also covers quality requirements, inspection, marking, labelling and testing - Reference of the measure
- Page 6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Adaptors having insulating sleeves on the line and neutral plug pins and suitable for use with socket-outlets complying with ZS 558: Part 2, with particular reference to safety in normal use
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 2208.60.00: - Vodka
The measure came into effect on 01 December 1972
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 December 1972
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Law of Zambia; Republic of Zambia
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 88.If neutral spirit is added to the manufacture of blended vodka, the label shall clearly and legibly bear the words "Blended with neutral spirit".
- Reference of the measure
- Part II para 88
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2208.60.00 - Vodka Yes Blended vodka - Description
- Blended Vodka
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 December 1972 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 1517.90.90: Other edible preparations of fats and oils, nes (excl.heading 15.16)
The measure came into effect on 01 December 1972
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 December 1972
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Law of Zambia; Republic of Zambia
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- The rationale of the measure
- to protect the public against health hazards and fraud in the sale and use of food
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 213.No person shall sell a mixture of animal fat and vegetable fat unless the label of that mixture carries the declaration "Contains animal fat."
- Reference of the measure
- Part II para 213
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1517.90.90 Other edible preparations of fats and oils, nes (excl.heading 15.16) Yes a mixture of animal fat and vegetable fat - Description
- a mixture of animal fat and vegetable fat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 December 1972 - Description
- All countries
-
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 December 2006
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No 120 of 2006
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 388:Bottled drinking water -Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies the description, treatment, testing, packaging and labelling of bottled water for human consumption. The bottled water may be offered as table, mineral or natural mineral water, and either as non-carbonated (‘still’) or carbonated (‘sparkling’).
Also covers quality factors, inspection, microbial and hygiene requirements - Reference of the measure
- Page 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Bottled drinking water
Specifies the description, treatment, testing, packaging and labelling of bottled water for human consumption. The bottled water may be offered as table, mineral or natural mineral water, and either as non-carbonated (‘still’) or carbonated (‘sparkling’).
Also covers quality factors, inspection, microbial and hygiene requirements
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 1501.10.00: - Lard
The measure came into effect on 01 December 1972
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 December 1972
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Law of Zambia; Republic of Zambia
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Description of the measure
- 214.Lard shall be the fat rendered from fresh, clean, sound fatty tissues from swine (Sus scrofa). The tissue shall not include bones, detached skin, head skin, ears, tails, organs, windpipes, large blood vessels, scrap fat, skimmings, settlings, pressingsand the like, and shall reasonably be free from muscle tissues, and blood. Lard shall have its characteristic odour and taste and be free from foreign odours and tastes and, when subjected to processing may, as long as it is so declared on the label in a descending order of proportion, contain refined lard, lard stearine and hydrogenated lard, and shall have the composition and quality factors set out in the Fifteenth Schedule
- Reference of the measure
- Part II para 214
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1501.10.00 - Lard No - Description
- Lard
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 December 1972 - Description
- All countries
-
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 02 May 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument 43 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 018: Pig feeds – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes specifications, methods of analysis, sampling and testing creep feeds and concentrate, finishing feeds and concentrate for pigs.
Also covers quality requirements, inspection, labelling, hygiene and contaminants - Reference of the measure
- Page 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Prescribes specifications for the following pig feeds:-
Creep feed
Weaner feed
Grower feed
Finisher feed
Dry sow and boar feed
Lactating sow feed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 02 May 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument 43 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 018: Pig feeds – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes specifications, methods of analysis, sampling and testing creep feeds and concentrate, finishing feeds and concentrate for pigs.
Also covers quality requirements, inspection, labelling, hygiene and contaminants - Reference of the measure
- Page 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Prescribes specifications for the following pig feeds:-
Creep feed
Weaner feed
Grower feed
Finisher feed
Dry sow and boar feed
Lactating sow feed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world
B31: Labelling requirements
