Non-tariff Measures
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 April 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US ISO 6425:1996, Divers’ watches
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements for divers’ watches and for divers’ watches for use in deep diving.
- Reference of the measure
- US ISO 6425:1996
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- divers’ watches
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US ISO 10131-1:1997, foldaway beds — safety requirements and tests — part 1 safety requirements
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements relating to the safety and strength of foldaway beds for domestic use. It also deals with the strength of the mounting of the bed to the building structure, where applicable. This part of ISO 10131 does not specify the properties of the materials or electrical equipment used in the construction of foldaway beds.
- Reference of the measure
- US ISO 10131-1:1997
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- foldaway beds
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1623-1:2015, Hair dyes — Liquid oxidation hair dyes — Part 1: Aryl di-amine based— Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements for liquid oxidation hair dyes which are aryl di-amine based. This standard only covers permanent liquid hair dyes that are black, and other colours based on aryl di-amines which act as primary intermediates in the dye. This standard does not apply to powder hair dyes, plant-based hair dyes, and metallic-based hair dyes (temporary).
- Reference of the measure
- US 1623-1:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Hair dyes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1624-1:2015, Hair shampoo — Part 1: Synthetic detergent-based — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements,for hair shampoo, synthetic detergent-based. This standard also includes shampoos with positive dermatological effect on the skin and neutralizing shampoos
- Reference of the measure
- US 1624-1:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Hair Shampoo
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1625:2015, Acid based instant hand sanitizers— Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements, for Anti bacterial and Anti viral instant sanitizers.
- Reference of the measure
- US 1625:2015,
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Anti bacterial and Anti viral instant sanitizers
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 202-1:2015, Flexible polyurethane foams — Part 1: Polyether type — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements, for seven classes (based on density) of flexible polyurethane foams of the polyether type, in the form of blocks, slabs, sheets, and shapes cut from these.
- Reference of the measure
- US 202-1:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- flexible polyurethane foams of the polyether type
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 202-2:2015, Flexible polyurethane foam — Part 2: Mattresses — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements, for foam mattresses suitable for domestic and hotel use.
- Reference of the measure
- US 202-2:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- foam mattresses
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 April 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US ISO 22810:2010, Horology — Water-resistant watches
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard establishes the requirements for water resistance of watches. Moreover, it indicates the marking which the manufacturer is authorized to apply to them. Divers' watches, specified as such, are covered by US ISO 6425 which establishes special requirements.
- Reference of the measure
- US ISO 22810:2010
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Water-resistant watches
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Uganda Gazette 22 January 2016: General Notice No. 45 of 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 202-3:2015, Flexible polyurethane foams — Part 3: Reconstituted foams — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements, for seven classes (based on density) of reconstituted flexible polyurethane foams, in the form of blocks, slabs, sheets, or other shapes cut from these.
- Reference of the measure
- US 202-3:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Flexible polyurethane foams
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 202-4:2015, Flexible polyurethane foams — Part 4: Polyester type — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements, for five classes (based on density) of flexible polyurethane foams of the polyester type, in the form of blocks, slabs, sheets, or other shapes cut from these. Each class is subdivided, according to the hardness of the foam, into two grades.
- Reference of the measure
- US 202-4:2015
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Flexible polyurethane foams
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 April 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1512:2014, Adhesives — Ethyl & methyl cyanocrylate types 1,2 and 3 — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies requirements and methods of test for two grades of one component Grade M - methyl 2-cyanoacrylate and Grade E - ethyl-2-cyanoacrylate (commonly sold under trade name such as "Super Glue").
- Reference of the measure
- US 1512:2014
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Ethyl & methyl cyanocrylate types 1,2 and 3 (super glue)
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US ISO 4261:2013, Petroleum products — Fuels (class F) — Specifications of gas turbine fuels for industrial and marine applications
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements for petroleum fuels for gas turbines (see ISO 3977) used in public utility, industrial, and marine applications. It does not cover requirements for gas turbine fuels for aviation use. This standard is intended for the guidance of users such as turbine manufacturers, suppliers, and purchasers of gas turbine fuels. This standard sets out the properties of fuels at the time and place of transfer of custody to the user.
- Reference of the measure
- US ISO 4261:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- petroleum fuels for gas turbines
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 April 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1572:2014, Standard specification for epoxy (flexible) adhesive for bonding metallic and non- metallic materials
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- The Uganda Standard covers a two-part modified epoxy paste adhesive for bonding metallic and nonmetallic materials. The adhesive should be suitable for forming bonds that can withstand environmental exposure to temperatures from –184 to 82 °C (–300 to 180 °F) when exposed to an expected combination of stress, temperature, and relative humidity to be encountered in service
- Reference of the measure
- US 1572:2014
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- epoxy (flexible) adhesive for bonding metallic and non- metallic materials
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- Quality Standards
(1) The quality standards for canned flavoured stewed or seasoned tomatoes area s follows: (see Table on page 48 of the Regulations)
Permissible deviations
(2) The maximum permissible deviations are as follows:(see Table on page 49 of the Regulations) - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 35
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned flavoured, stewed or seasoned tomatoes - Description
- Canned flavoured, stewed or seasoned tomatoes
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 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- Quality standards
36 (2) The quality standards for tomato concentrate, paste and puree are as follows: (see Table on page 49 of the Regulations) - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 36(2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned tomato concentrate, paste and puree - Description
- Canned tomato concentrate, paste and puree
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 0706.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 and Lowest Class radishes in subregulation 3 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6, radishes shall ;
(a) be intact: Provided that the terminal lootlet may be cut.;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) be free from bruises;
(i) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) not be running to seed;
(I) be free from cold damage;
(m) be free from sun-scorch;
(n) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of radishes;
(o) neither be hollow nor woody;
(p) be fresh and show no sign of withering;
(q) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(r) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
(2) The foliage of the radishes, if present, shall be fresh, green and sound and shall not be longer than 50 mm.
Classification
(3) (a) Class 1 radishes shall be free from cracks;
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 radishes may have slight cracks due to washing or handling or slight healed cracks which do not penetrate as far as the core.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class radishes - unspecified.
(6) (a) Class 1 radishes may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by diameter: Provided that the deviating radishes ;
(I) at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
-decay: 2%;
-injuries: 6%;
-Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 radishes may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3 with 15% and 25% respectively by diameter: Provided that the deviating radishes ; do not exceed the following individual limits:
-decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
-injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
-Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4(c): Part 1 - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 32(1)-(3) and (6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Radishes - Description
- Radishes
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 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.99.99: ---- Other and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- Quality standards
37 (2) The quality standards for canned mixed vegetables are as follows:(see Table on page 50 of the Regulations) - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 37 (2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned mixed vegetables (vegetable salad) 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned mixed vegetables (vegetable salad) 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Canned mixed vegetables (vegetable salad) 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned mixed vegetables (vegetable salad) - Description
- Canned mixed vegetables (vegetable salad)
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
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- Quality standards
38 (1) The quality standards for unspecified canned vegetables are as follows:(see Table on page 52 of the Regulations).
Permissible deviations
(2) The maximum permissible deviations are as follows:(see Table on page 52 of the Regulations) - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 38
- 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 Unspecified canned vegetables 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Unspecified canned vegetables 2003 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Unspecified canned vegetables 2004 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Unspecified 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 Unspecified canned vegetables 2006 Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac Yes Unspecified canned vegetables - Description
- Unspecified 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 1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. and 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 790 (Government Gazette 26530) Of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing And Treatment Of Canned Fish, Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers the manufacture, production, processing, and treatment of canned fish, canned fish products, canned marine molluscs, canned marine mollusc products, canned crustaceans and canned crustacean products.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 9.6.3 Sealing
9.6.3.1 Seam quality
All container closures shall be strongly and accurately made and well formed with the parameters and dimensions within the accepted tolerances for the particular double seam or closure attributes of the container.
10.1.5 Packages - outer containers
Packages in which containers are packed shall be clean, neat and undamaged. Outer containers such as boxes or cases shall be suitable for the purpose of use, be of correct size to avoid damaging of containers by squeezing or loose movement of the containers inside the outer container. Containers shall not be packed in outer containers in positions prone to cause damaging such as packing containers on their sides.
Outer containers shall be strong enough to protect the finished product during normal handling and transport. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9.6.3.1 and 10.1.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. Yes Canned Fish 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans - Description
- Canned Fish, Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans
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 2005.99.99: ---- Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- 39. The quality requirements for unspecified canned vegetable concentrate, paste and puree are as follows: (see Table on page 52 of the Regulations)
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 39
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Unspecified canned vegetable concentrate, paste and puree - Description
- Unspecified canned vegetable concentrate, paste and puree
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements