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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1101: Wheat or meslin flour. and 1102.20: - Maize (corn) flour
The measure came into effect on 14 November 2008
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 14 November 2008
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 31584 of 14 November 2008
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendments of the Regulations relating to the fortification of certain foodstuffs
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- None specified
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. Regulation 9 of the Regulations is hereby amended by the substitution for regulation 9 of the following regulation:
"9(a) The formulation of the fortification mix for wheat flour, based on the micronutrient requirements specified in Annexure V, Table 4a, shall comply with the minimum levels as follows: [ TABLE 1: FORTIFICATION MIX FOR WHEAT FLOUR]
Protected, stabilized vitamin A palmitate containing 75 000 mcg RE activity per gram.
2. Retinol equivalents (RE) =1 mcg retinol =3,33 IU (International units) vitamin
A
3. Elemental iron powder where more than 95% passes through a 325 mesh «45 microns particle size) made by an electrolytic process.
(b) The fonnulation of the fortification mix for maize meal based on the micronutrient requirements specified in Annexure V, Table 4b, shall comply with the minimum levels as follows:
[TABLE 2a: FORTIFICATION MIX FOR MAIZE MEAL (Super, special, sifted, unsifted)]
1. Protected, stabilized vitamin A palmitate containing 75 000 mcg RE activity per gram.
2. Retinol equivalents (RE) = 1 mcg retinol = 3.33 IU (International units) vitamin A.
3. Elemental iron powder where more than 95% passes through a 325 mesh «45 microns particle size) made by an electrolytic process." - Reference of the measure
- Article (Regulation) 3; Table 1; Table 2a
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1101 Wheat or meslin flour. Yes Fortified wheat flour 1102.20 - Maize (corn) flour Yes Fortified wheat flour - Description
- Fortified wheat flour and fortified maize flour
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- Entire world
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0407.21: -- Of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus
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. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 5.20 Eggs
Eggs (fresh, dried, or liquid) shall be sound and when tested in accordance with 11 22, shall not contain Salmonella organisms. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5.20
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0407.21 -- Of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus Yes Eggs used in canned meat products - Description
- Eggs used in canned meat 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 0808.30: - Pears
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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 Pears Destined 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 person shall sell pears in the Republic of South Africa, other than imported pears referred to in subregulation (3) --
(a) unless the pears are unclassified or sold according to the classes referred to in regulation 3;
(b) unless the pears comply with the Standards for classified pears regarding quality referred to in regulation 4.
Classes for pears
3. There are three classes of pears, namely Class 1, Class 2 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
4. (1) Pears shall comply with the specifications set out in Table 1, 2, 3 and 4.
(2) No consignment of pears “Class 1” or “Class 2” or Lowest Class shall contain –
(a) any organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being; and
(b) Arthropoda infestation including the organisms which according to paragraph (a) do not form part of plant injurious organisms, excluding organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being, on more than 3% of the pears or three free live Arthropoda per pallet load or part thereof in the consignment: Provided that it does not exceed a maximum of one Arthropoda per container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b) and 3-4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0808.30 - Pears No - Description
- Pears
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 2106.90.90: -- Other
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. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 5.23 Natural binder (see 6.13, 12.1. I.5 and 12.1.1.6)
Natural binder shall be finely comminuted gelatinous material derived from one of the following:
a) in the case of beef or mutton, gelatinous materials such as sinews, connective tissues and other suitable parts of the carcass including skin acceptably processed into collagen and lips and snouts acceptably cleaned and processed;
b) in the case of pork, gelatinous materials such as the skin, sinews and face pieces; or
c) in the case of poultry, the skin and connective tissues. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5.23
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2106.90.90 -- Other Yes Natural binder used in canned products - Description
- Natural binder used in canned products
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 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
4(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class beetroot in subregulation 2 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 4, beetroot shall ;
(a) be intact:
(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 cracks;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) not be running to seed;
(m) be free from cold damage;
(n) be free from sun-scorch;
(o) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the beetroot detrimentally;
(p) be fresh and firm;
(q) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar; and
(r) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) In case of Class 1 beetroot ;
(i) the colour shall be uniformly red without white rings; and
(ii) the foliage shall have a maximum length of 55 mm.
(b) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 beetroot ;
(i) the colour shall be uniformly red: Provided that light coloured rings may appear; and
(ii) the foliage shall have a maximum length of 55 mm.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class beetroot - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(4) (a) Class 1 beetroot may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by mass or number: Provided that the deviating beetroot -
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 beetroot may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3, with 15% and 25% respectively by mass or number: Provided that the deviating beetroot do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4(1), (2) and (4) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Beetroot - Description
- Beetroot
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 8536.6: - Lamp-holders, plugs and sockets :
The measure came into effect on 03 April 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 April 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No.34983, 3 February 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Cord Sets, Interconnection Cord Sets And Cord Extension Sets (VC 8029)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This compulsory specification covers the requirements for cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets with a rated current not exceeding 16 A and a rated single-phase voltage not exceeding
250 V a.c., intended for household and similar general purpose equipment.
1.2 This compulsory specification does not apply to cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets for industrial purposes (incorporating plugs, connectors and socket-outlets in accordance with SANS 60309). - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.2 A plug fitted to a cord set shall comply with the requirements of SANS 164-0: Plugs and socket-outlet systems for household and similar purposes for use in South Africa - Part 0: General and safety requirements.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2
- 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 Plugs 8536.6 - Lamp-holders, plugs and sockets : Yes plugs - Description
- Plugs
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 0704.10: - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli
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, Class 3 and Lowest Class broccoli in subregulation (4) and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6, broccoli shall ;
(a) be intact: Provided that for presentation purposes some sprouts may be removed;
(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) be free from cold damage;
(I) be free from sun-scorch;
(m) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the broccoli detrimentally;
(n) be fresh;
(o) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar; and
(p) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
(2) The floral stem shall be cut off clean and square.
(3) Hollow stems are permitted: Provided the hollow part is sound, fresh and not discoloured.
Classification
(4) (a) In case of Class 1 broccoli ;
(i) no loose buds shall be present and the buds must be fully closed;
(ii) the floral stem shall be tender and not show any woodiness;
(iii) small, tender, fresh and sound green leaves may be present if it does not exceed the inflorescence by 30 mm; and
(iv) the head shall be firm, compact and tightly-grained.
(b) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 broccoli ;
(i) loose buds may be present;
(ii) buds must be closed;
(iii) the floral stem may show woodiness;
(iv) small tender, fresh and sound green leaves may be present if it does not exceed the inflorescence by 40 mm; and
(v) the head may be slightly loose.
(b) In the case of Lowest Class broccoli - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(6) (a) Class 1 broccoli may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by diameter: Provided that the deviating broccoli ;
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 broccoli may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3, with 15% and 25% respectively by diameter: Provided that the deviating broccoli do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5(1)-(4) and (6) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.10 - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli Yes Broccoli - Description
- Broccoli
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 0809.40: - Plums and sloes and 0813.20: - Prunes
The measure came into effect on 04 November 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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
- 2. (1) No persons shall sell plums and prunes in the Republic of South Africa--
(a) unless such plums and prunes are sold according to the classes set out in regulation3;
(b) unless such plums and prunes comply with the standards for the class concerned as set out in regulation 4;
Classes of plums and prunes
3. There are three classes of plums and prunes, namely Class 1, Class 2 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
4. (1) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Class 1 if it--
(a) is of good quality;
(b) is characteristic of the cultivar and/or commercial type;
(c) complies with the quality standards for Class 1 set out in Table 1;
(d) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 1 as set out in Table 2;
(e) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3; and
(f) complies with the ripeness standards for plums and prunes as set out in Table 3.
(2) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Class 2 if it --
(a) complies with the quality standards for Class 2 set out in Table 1;
(b) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 2 as set out in Table 2;
(c) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3; and
(d) complies with the ripeness standards for plums and prunes as set out in Table 3.
(3) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Lowest Class if it -
(a) complies with the quality standards for Lowest Class as set out in Table 1;
(b) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 2 as set out in Table 2; and
(c) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3.
Physical hazards
(4) No consignment of plums and prunes classified as "Class 1", "Class 2" or "Lowest Class"
shall contain:
(a) any foreign matter in excess of the tolerance as set out in Table 1; and
(b) any organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being in excess of the
tolerance as set out in Table 2. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b), 3, and 4(1)-(4)(b)
- 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
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2501.00: Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water.
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
- 4.3.3 Salt
Salt added to the product or used in the preparation of brine for canning shall be edible and free from bitterness due to calcium, magnesium, sulphur or other causes. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2501.00 Salt (including table salt and denatured salt) and pure sodium chloride, whether or not in aqueous solution or containing added anti-caking or free-flowing agents; sea water. No - Description
- Salt used in the production of fish, marine molluscs or crustaceans or products of these or any combination
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 8539.21: -- Tungsten halogen
The measure came into effect on 07 August 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37288, 7 February 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Incandescent Lamps (VC 8043)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 General
This compulsory specification covers the requirements for safety, performance and quality of incandescent lamps intended for domestic and general lighting service, having:
A power rating up to and including 1500 W;
Rated voltage up to 250 V;
Caps of any type, material, shape and finish.
1.2 This compulsory specification shall not apply to the following lamp types:
Pilot lamps;
Special lamps, not used for domestic and general lighting;
Automotive lamps;
Extra low voltage lamps 5_ 12 V;
Temperature and shock-proof lamps. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.1 Safety Requirements:
3.1.1 Tungsten filament lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purpose shall comply with the requirements of SANS 60432-1 Tungsten filament lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purposes- Safety specifications.
3.2 Performance, Quality and Energy Efficiency Requirements:
3.2.1 Tungsten filament lamps shall comply with the minimum energy efficiency, performance and quality requirements as set out in Table 1, when tested in accordance with SANS 60064: Tungsten filament lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purposes - performance requirements.
3.3 The following lamps are exempted from requirement 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.4 of this compulsory specification :
Reflector or directional lamps
Coloured lamps
Appliance lamps - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.1.1, 3.2.1 and 3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8539.21 -- Tungsten halogen No - Description
- Tungsten filament 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 8539.21: -- Tungsten halogen
The measure came into effect on 07 August 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 August 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37288, 7 February 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Incandescent Lamps (VC 8043)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 General
This compulsory specification covers the requirements for safety, performance and quality of incandescent lamps intended for domestic and general lighting service, having:
A power rating up to and including 1500 W;
Rated voltage up to 250 V;
Caps of any type, material, shape and finish.
1.2 This compulsory specification shall not apply to the following lamp types:
Pilot lamps;
Special lamps, not used for domestic and general lighting;
Automotive lamps;
Extra low voltage lamps 5_ 12 V;
Temperature and shock-proof lamps. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.1 Safety Requirements:
3.1.2 Tungsten halogen lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purpose shall comply with the requirements of SANS 60432-2: tungsten halogen lamps for domestic and similar general lighting purposes-safety specification or SANS 60432-3 Tungsten halogen lamps (non-vehicle)-Safety specification
3.2 Performance, Quality and Energy Efficiency Requirements:
3.2.2 Tungsten halogen lamps shall comply with the minimum energy efficiency, performance and quality requirements as set out in Table 1 of this compulsory specification, when tested in accordance with SANS 60357: Tungsten Halogen lamps (non vehicle) performance specification.
3.3 The following lamps are exempted from requirement 3.2.1, 3.2.2 and 3.4 of this compulsory specification :
Reflector or directional lamps
Coloured lamps
Appliance lamps - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.1.2, 3.2.2 and 3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8539.21 -- Tungsten halogen No - Description
- Tungsten Halogen 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 0704.20: - Brussels sprouts
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 Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class brussels sprouts in subregulation 4 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6 brussels sprouts shall ;
(a) be intact;
(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 bruises;
(h) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) be free from cold damage;
(I) be free from sun-scorch;
(m) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the brussels sprouts detrimentally;
(n) be fresh and firm;
(o) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar;
(p) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling; and
(q) be free from frost damage.
(2) Brussels sprouts are divided according to the manner of presentation as:
(a) trimmed brussels sprouts if the outer leaves and stalk is removed; or
(b) untrimmed brussels sprouts.
(3) The stem shall ;
(a) in the case of trimmed brussels sprouts be cut off just beneath the outer leaves; and
(b) in the case of untrimmed brussels sprouts show a clean fracture at the base without other parts of the plant adhering.
Classification
(4) (a) Class 1 brussels sprouts ;
(i) shall be closed;
(ii) shall have a medium to dark green colour: Provided that no browning is allowed in the case of trimmed brussels sprouts; and;
(iii) may have small discoloured basal leaves, in the case of untrimmed brussels sprouts.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 brussels sprouts may be slightly open.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class brussels sprouts - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(6) (a) Class 1 brussels sprouts may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by diameter: Provided that the deviating brussels sprouts ;
(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 set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 brussels sprouts may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3 with 15% and 25% respectively by diameters: Provided that the deviating brussels sprouts do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay 4% and 6% respectively
injuries 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class- decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 6(1)-(4) and (6) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.20 - Brussels sprouts No - Description
- Brussels sprouts
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 1602: Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood.
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. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 7.1 Stewed or braised meat, stewed oxtail, stewed tripe, stewed or braised kidneys, stewed or braised heart, stewed or braised liver, meatballs, stewed meat and kidney pudding, and similar stewed products, with or without gravys sauces, or dressing
7.1.1 Preparation of meat and edible offal
Musculature meat for use in stewed or braised meat products shall be trimmed until it is free from perceptible fat, free surface-showing connective tissue and fascia, and where applicable it shall be cut into pieces of approximately the same size and shape that are not more than 50 mm long.
If the meat is minced and then formed into units, the units shall be approximately regular in size and shape. When determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, the actual total meat content of ingoing units shall be not less than 50 % by mass. The ingoing units may contain starchy (farinaceous) material to the extent of not more than 6 % determined in accordance with 11.5 and calculated as crude starch. The units in the product described as meatballs, shall be formed into a characteristic shape and shall be readily separable. Meat patties shall be formed with substantially the same diameter as that of the container.
Kidneys shall be acceptably trimmed and free from adhering fat, connective tissue, renal ducts, urine flavour, and black or blue discolouration. Kidneys for use in kidney pudding shall be cut to acceptable size. Kidneys, liver, tongue, heart and tripe for use in stewed or braised products and puddings, shall be suitably prepared and cut into pieces that appear regular in size and shape, the smallest dimension of pieces of kidney being at least 10 mm. The product shall be free from any odour or flavour of urine.
Only oxtail, mutton and game meat from the ribs and neck may be packed on the bone. No free bone or sharp bones shall be present.
7.1.2 Texture of meat and edible offal in ppepared product
In the prepared product, meat and edible offal shall not be fibrous, tough or mushy. Individual pieces of meat in stewed steak shall substantially retain their shape; pieces of meat shall be easily separable. The product shall be practically free from sinews and/or connective tissue.
7.1.3 Sauce, gravy or broth
Although vegetables and/or fruit shall not be present as chunks or as large pieces or whole units, they may be used in the preparation of sauce or gravy. The sauce or gravy may contain starchy (farinaceous) material that shall be not more than 6 % by mass determined in accordance with 11.5 and calculated as crude starch. The sauce or gravy may be suitably spiced.
Where the product is claimed to have been packed in natural broth, or in thick or rich sauce or gravy, the character of the packing medium shall, after equilibrium has been reached, be in accordance with the claim made. A canned meat product that has been packed in natural broth shall not be labelled as having been packed in gravy or in sauce.
7.1.4 Curing salts
The product shall not contain curing salts unless its name indicates the presence of cured meat.
7.1.5 Composition
The composition of the product shall comply with the relevant requirements given in table 1, the specified meat content and edible offal content percentages being applicable to the drained mass determined in accordance with 10.5. In addition, coagulated exuded fat shall not constitute more than 12 % of the required meat content or edible offal content and shall not be considered to be part of the drained mass requirement of the product - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood. Yes Stewed or braised meat, stewed oxtail, stewed tripe, stewed or braised kidneys, stewed or braised heart, stewed or braised liver, meatballs, stewed meat and kidney pudding, and similar stewed products, with or without gravys sauces, or dressing - Description
- Stewed or braised meat, stewed oxtail, stewed tripe, stewed or braised kidneys, stewed or braised heart, stewed or braised liver, meatballs, stewed meat and kidney pudding, and similar stewed products, with or without gravys
sauces, or dressing
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 20: Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants
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
- 4.3.6 Vegetables and fruits
Vegetables may be used as such or as preparations. Vegetables or fruits, whether frozen, canned, dehydrated or dried, shall be suitably prepared from fresh vegetables or fruits that are free from insect infestation or signs of insect infestation and contamination and that comply with the requirements for pesticidal residues under the said Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. Canned vegetables shall comply with the relevant requirements for standard grade prescribed by the regulations under the Agriculture Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act 119 of 1990) (as amended from time to time).
6.1.10 Vegetables, fruits and cereals
Root vegetables shall be in the form of clean-cut dices, slices or pieces, except that, if of acceptable size, these vegetables may be packed whole. Dices shall be approximate cubes. Pieces shall appear regular in size and shape and shall be practically free from scrap pieces. The texture shall be soft but not broken up or disintegrated or abnormally tough, dry or woody. Onions, fresh or pickled, shall be sliced, diced, shredded or chopped, or, if of acceptable size, they may be used whole. Dehydrated onion may be used. Grains of rice shall separate easily. Beans and peas shall be mostly intact and not split or broken, and shall be free from loose shells. Cereals such as
spaghetti and noodles shall be not disintegrated or abnormally broken up, and the texture shall be not abnormally mushy or soggy. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.3.6 paragraph 1
Regulation 6.1.10 - Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 20 Preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants Yes Vegetables and fruits used in canned fish, marine molluscs or crustaceans - Description
- Vegetables and fruits used in canned fish, marine molluscs or 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 2103.20: - Tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces
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
- 4.3.7 Tomato paste
Tomato paste shall be made only from sound, clean, fully ripe, red tomatoes that have been well washed and trimmed where necessary. Tomato paste shall have the maximum tomato content and shall be well-bodied, smooth and fine in texture and free from skin, seeds and core. It shall have a colour and flavour characteristic of fresh, sound and ripe tomatoes.
Scorched paste or paste showing evidence of the use of immature tomatoes, or paste containing artificial colouring matter shall not be used. Tomato paste intended for thickening by homogenizer before using in fish canning, shall be diluted to an appropriate total soluble solids content and homogenized to render a good sauce in the end product with a consistency corresponding to a blob diameter when tested in accordance with 1 1.11, not greater than 59,s mm - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.3.7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2103.20 - Tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces Yes Tomato paste used in canned fish, marine molluscs or crustaceans - Description
- Tomato paste used in canned fish, marine molluscs or 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 1602: Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood.
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. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 7.2 Stewed meat products containing meat or edible offal or both with
vegetables (or fruit) or cereal or both
The requirements of 7.1 .1 for the preparation of meat and edible offal for use in stewed or braised meat products and the requirements of 7.1.2 for the texture of meat and edible offal in the prepared product shall apply.
7.2.2 Vegetables (or fruit) and cereals
Vegetables and/or fruit may be used as such or as preparations. Root vegetables shall be in the form of clean-cut dice, slices or pieces, except that, if of acceptable size, these vegetables may be packed whole. Dice shall be approximate cubes. The thickness of slices shall not exceed 15 mrn. Pieces shall appear regular in size and shape and shall be practically free from scrap pieces. The texture shall be soft but not broken up or disintegrated. Onions, fresh or pickled, shall be sliced, diced, shredded or chopped, or, if of acceptable size, they may be used whole. Dehydrated onion may also be used. Grains of rice shall separate easily. Beans and peas shall be mostly intact and not split or broken, and shall be free from loose shells. Cereals such as spaghetti and noodles shall not be disintegrated or abnormally broken up, and the texture shall not be abnormally mushy or soggy.
7.2.3 Sauce, gravy or broth
The sauce or gravy shall not contain more than 6 % by mass of starchy (farinaceous) material and it may be spiced.
Where the product is claimed to have been packed in exuded broth or in thick or rich sauce or gravy, the character of the packing medium shall, after equilibrium has been reached, be in accordance with the claim made.
A product packed in exuded or thin broth shall not be labelled as having been packed in gravy or sauce.
A product that claims to have been packed in tomato sauce, shall have a characteristic tomato colour and the sauce shall not be thin and watery.
The ingredients of the sauce, gravy or broth shall not tend to separate from one another when the product is turned out of the container.
The product shall not contain curing salts unless its product name indicates the presence of cured meat.
9.2.5 Drained mass and washed mass
When determined in accordance with 10.5, the drained mass of products other than pudding packs shall be at least 60 % of the d.n.m. Where the product is required to be washed (see 10.5), the drained mass shall be not less than 50 % of the d.n.m.
7.2.6 Composition
The composition of the product shall comply with the relevant requirements given in table 2, the specified meat content and edible offal content percentages being applicable to the drained mass, determined in accordance with 10.5, except in the case of products where chemical analysis is specified. In addition, coagulated exuded fat shall not constitute more than 5 % by mass of the required meat contents of the container, and shall not be considered as part of the drained mass requirement of the product. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood. Yes Stewed meat products containing meat or edible offal or both with vegetables (or fruit) or cereal or both - Description
- Stewed meat products containing meat or edible offal or both with vegetables (or fruit) or cereal or both
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 9020.00: Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters.
The measure came into effect on 20 May 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 May 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. R. 370 (Government Gazette 25040) Of 20 March 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Breathing Apparatus
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the following types of breathing apparatus for personal respiratory protection:
a) self-contained open-circuit compressed-air type;
b) fresh-air hose for use with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
c) compressed-air line with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
d) compressed-air line or powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood for abrasive blasting;
e) closed-circuit type;
f) compressed oxygen type;
g) closed-circuit type that comprises
1) a compressed oxygen type, or
2) chemical oxygen type;
h) escape type;
i) closed-circuit compressed oxygen type for special use;
j) powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood;
k) compressed-air line, incorporating hood;
I) open-circuit compressed-air type with full mask or mouthpiece; and
m) open-circuit compressed-air type, incorporating hood.
1.2 This specification covers the design classification of breathing apparatus and the environments in which
these devices are to be used.
1.3 This specification also covers the following details:
a) connections between gas cylinder valves and gas cylinders;
b) threaded connections between the gas cylinder valve and the pressure reducer for devices that contain
oxygen;
c) oxygen and nitrogen or breathable air; and
d) dimensions and tolerances for connections.
1.4 This specification does not cover self-contained self-rescue apparatus of the type covered in SABS 1737:2001, Body-worn escape type breathing apparatus. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.1 General requirements
A breathing apparatus shall be so designed and constructed that it can supply the wearer with a source of
breathable air which is clean, at the desired temperature and is isolated from the wearer's immediate
environment. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9020.00 Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters. Yes Breathing apparatus i.e a device intended to supply the wearer with a source of breathable air which is isolated from the wearer's immediate environment. - Description
- Breathing apparatus i.e a device intended to supply the wearer with a source of breathable air which is isolated from the wearer's immediate environment. These include:
a) self-contained open-circuit compressed-air type;
b) fresh-air hose for use with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
c) compressed-air line with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
d) compressed-air line or powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood for abrasive blasting;
e) closed-circuit type;
f) compressed oxygen type;
g) closed-circuit type that comprises
1) a compressed oxygen type, or
2) chemical oxygen type;
h) escape type;
i) closed-circuit compressed oxygen type for special use;
j) powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood;
k) compressed-air line, incorporating hood;
I) open-circuit compressed-air type with full mask or mouthpiece; and
m) open-circuit compressed-air type, incorporating hood.
Affected products also include the following details:
a) connections between gas cylinder valves and gas cylinders;
b) threaded connections between the gas cylinder valve and the pressure reducer for devices that contain
oxygen;
c) oxygen and nitrogen or breathable air
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.
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
- 4.3.9 Canned and preserved fish for paste manufacture
Canned fish that fails to comply with the requirements of this specification shall not be used in the manufacture of fish paste except under the authority administering this specification.
Preserved fish used in the manufacture of fish paste shall be clean, sound, and free from contamination. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.3.9 paragraph 2
- 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. No - Description
- Preserved fish used in the manufacture of fish paste
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 0709.93: -- Pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.)
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 butternuts in subregulation 2 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 4, butternuts shall ;
(a) be intact:
(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 cracks;
(h) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) be free from frost damage;
(m) be free from sun scorch;
(n) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the butternut detrimentally;
(o) be fresh and firm;
(p) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of cultivar; and
(q) be developed and of such conditions as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classification
(2) (a) Class 1 butternuts shall be free from defects.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 butternuts may show the following slight defects: Provided that the fruit is not affected:
(i) colouring;
(ii) skin;
(iii) shape and development.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class butternuts - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(4) (a) Class 1 butternuts may deviate from quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by number: Provided that the deviating butternuts:
at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2;
(ii) do not have any defects rendering them unfit for human consumption; and
(iii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Degree as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1
(b) Butternuts classified as Class 2 and Class 3 may deviate from the minimum standards with 15% and 25% respectively by number: Provided that the deviating butternuts do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;and
Arthropoda infestation: Degree as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7(1)-(2) and (4) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.93 -- Pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.) No - Description
- Butternuts
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 9020.00: Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters.
The measure came into effect on 20 May 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 May 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. R. 370 (Government Gazette 25040) Of 20 March 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Breathing Apparatus
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 1.1 This specification covers the following types of breathing apparatus for personal respiratory protection:
a) self-contained open-circuit compressed-air type;
b) fresh-air hose for use with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
c) compressed-air line with full face mask, half mask or mouthpiece assembly;
d) compressed-air line or powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood for abrasive blasting;
e) closed-circuit type;
f) compressed oxygen type;
g) closed-circuit type that comprises
1) a compressed oxygen type, or
2) chemical oxygen type;
h) escape type;
i) closed-circuit compressed oxygen type for special use;
j) powered fresh-air hose, incorporating hood;
k) compressed-air line, incorporating hood;
I) open-circuit compressed-air type with full mask or mouthpiece; and
m) open-circuit compressed-air type, incorporating hood.
1.2 This specification covers the design classification of breathing apparatus and the environments in which
these devices are to be used.
1.3 This specification also covers the following details:
a) connections between gas cylinder valves and gas cylinders;
b) threaded connections between the gas cylinder valve and the pressure reducer for devices that contain
oxygen;
c) oxygen and nitrogen or breathable air; and
d) dimensions and tolerances for connections.
1.4 This specification does not cover self-contained self-rescue apparatus of the type covered in SABS 1737:2001, Body-worn escape type breathing apparatus. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3.3.2 Self-contained open-circuit compressed-air breathing apparatus shall comply with SABS EN 137:1993,
Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus Requirements,
testing, marking - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.3.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Details of the NTM will be entered once the SABS EN 137:1993, Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus is made available by the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9020.00 Other breathing appliances and gas masks, excluding protective masks having neither mechanical parts nor replaceable filters. Yes Self-contained open-circuit compressed-air breathing apparatus - Description
- Self-contained open-circuit compressed-air breathing apparatus
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
