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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0909.6: - Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries :
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 fennel in subregulation 2 and 3 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 7, fennel 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 bruises;
(I) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(i) be free from foreign odours;
(k) not be running to seed;
(l) 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 the fennel detrimentally;
(o) be fresh and show no sign of withering;
(p) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(q) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classification
(2) Fennel classified as Class 1 shall have ;
(a) colour typical of the cultivar; and
(b) outer ribs that are compact, fleshy, tender and white.
(3) Fennel classified as Class 2 and Class 3 may have green patches that appear outside of the bulb: Provided that it does not cover more than 30% of its surface.
(4) In the case of lowest class- unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(8) (a) Class 1 fennel may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by mass: Provided that the deviating fennel ;
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2;
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
and
decay: 2%
Injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c):
Part 1.
(b) Class 2 fennel may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 with 15% by
mass: Provided that the deviating fennel ;
(i) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4%
injuries: 8%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c):Part 1.
(c) Class 3 fennel may deviate from the quality standards for Class 3 with 25% by mass: Provided that the deviating fennel ; do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 6%
injuries: 10%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c):
Part 1. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18(1) -(4) and (8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0909.6 - Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries : Yes Fennel - Description
- Fennel
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 8702: Motor vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver. and 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 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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
- 3.1.1 Lights
Main and dipped-beam headlights, direction-indicator lights, stoplights , and front and rear position lights fitted to a vehicle shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1376-1:1983, Lights for motor vehicles - Part 1: Incandescent lamps, as published by Government Notice no. 563 of 29 July 1983, SABS 1376-2:1985, Lights for motor vehicles - Part 2: Headlights, as published by Government Notice no. 1263 of 14 June 1985, and SABS 1376-3:1985, Lights for motor vehicles - Part 3: Secondary lights, as published by Government Notice no. 2328 of 18 October 1985:
3.1.2 Lighting
Lighting shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1046:1990, Motor vehicle safety specification for lights and light-signalling devices installed on motor vehicles and trailers, as published by Government Notice no. 1735 of 27 July 1990:
Provided that:
a) the requirements for the installation of retro-reflectors as given in 4.14, 4.16 and 4.17 of the said SABS 1046 may be met by the use and fitting of retro-reflectors that are defined in the relevant regulations of the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996), and, in addition, the requirements may also be met by the use and fitting of retro-reflectors that are integral portions of any other light lens assembly; and
b) the specific requirements of the said SABS 1046 for
1) dipped-beam adjustment devices, as set out in 4.2.6 and appendix 1;
2) end-outline marker lamps, as set out in 4.13; and
3) rear fog lamps, as set out in 4.11,
shall be treated as OPTIONAL for the purposes of this compulsory specification:
Provided that, if any motor vehicle is fitted with such devices or lamps, they shall comply with the
applicable requirements - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.1.1 and 3.1.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Full details of the NTMs will be entered once the relevant standards are made available by the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8702 Motor vehicles for the transport of ten or more persons, including the driver. Yes 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. Yes has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle - Description
- Lights motor vehicles in categories M2/3.
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1604.20.90: -- 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. 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
- 7.1.5 Canned kippers, bloaters and similar types
7.1.5.1 Presentation
Kippers, bloaters, and similar types of cured fish may, except when packed as fillets, be packed with heads, tails and fins.
7.1.5.2 Drained mass
When determined in accordance with 11.5 the drained mass shall be as follows:
a) be not less than 70 % of the d.n.m; and
b) be not less than 60 % of the d.n.m. when packed in flat shallow containers. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.20.90 -- Other Yes Canned kippers, bloaters and similar types - Description
- Canned kippers, bloaters and similar types
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- 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
- 7.17 Meat paste, potted meat and chopped meat
7.17.1 Preparation
7.17.1 .1 Meat paste and potted meat
Meat paste and potted meat shall be prepared from meat, with or without edible offal (see 7.17.2), that has been so comminuted as to form a spreadable paste, with or without the addition of tomato, starchy (farinaceous) material, and other acceptable ingredients. Bone shall not be used in any form in the product other than in chicken paste and similar pastes derived from dressed whole poultry, in which milled bone may be present, provided that it does not detract from the quality in any way and that bone content in the end product is not in excess of the bone-to-flesh ratio that naturally exists in dressed whole poultry.
7.17.1.2 Chopped meat
Chopped meat shall be cured and prepared as a solid pack of chopped meaL which may contain a maximum of 5 % starchy (farinaceous) material, calculated as starch. Soya and other non-meat proteinaceous material shall not be added to the product.
7.17.2 Edible offal (see 12.1.2.5 and 12.1.2.6)
Where edible offal is used in the manufacture of the product, its nature and species origin shall be declared in the title of the product.
7.17.3 Natural binder (see 5.23, 12.1.2.5 and 12.1.2.6)
In potted meat and in pastes other than liver paste, added natural binder shall constitute not more than 5 % by mass. Natural binder shall not be added to liver paste or to chopped meat.
7.17.4 Composition requirements
7.17.4.1 Meat pastes
Where the product is described in the title as containing tomato, the actual total meat content
determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, shall be at least 65 % and the fat content shall not exceed 40 % of the actual total meat content. In other cases the actual total meat content determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, shall be at least 70 % and, except in liver paste, not more than 40 % of the actual total meat content shall be fat. Liver paste shall contain at least 25 % of liver and not more than 45 % of the actual total meat and edible offal content, determined in accordance with 11.4, shall be fat.
Subject to the regulations under the current Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, and the conditions governing the use of soya and other foreign protein (see 6.12), the product may contain these and milk powder and eggs. The starchy (farinaceous) material determined in accordance with 11.5 and calculated as crude starch, shall be not more than 6 % by mass. Approved colourants may be used.
7.17.4.2 Potted meat
When determined in accordance with 11 .3 and 11.4, the actual total meat content of the product shall be at least 90 % and when determined in accordance with 11.4, the fat content shall not exceed 37 % of the actual total meat content. The starchy (farinaceous) material, determined in accordance with 11.5 and calculated as crude starch, shall not exceed 5 %.
7.17.4.3 Chopped meat
In case of chopped ham, the word "chopped" must be in letters of the same prominence and colour (and printed next to and on the same line) as the word "ham".
When determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, the actual total meat content of the product shall be at least 90 % and, except in the case of a pork product, when the fat content is determined in accordance with 11.4, it shall not exceed 37 % of the actual total meat content. In a pork product the fat content shall not exceed 42 % of the actual total meat content when determined in accordance with 11.4. colourants shall not be used.
7.17.5 Curing salts
The product may contain curing salts (see 6.7).
7.17.6 Phosphates
The product may contain added phosphates (see 6.8).
7.17.7. Texture and appearance
7.17.7.1 Pastes and potted meats
The texture of pastes and potted meat shall be such that they can be readily spread, and they shall be practically free from pieces of sinew, gristle, bone, sandiness and grittiness. The contents of any one container shall be acceptably uniform throughout and acceptably free from internal and surface cavities. The product shall be acceptably free from separated fat, starch or aqueous material. Discolouration, other than light surface discoiouration due to oxidation, shall not be present.
7.17.7.2 Chopped meat
Chopped meat shall have a coarse to medium-coarse, firm, compact and chopped texture. The muscular structure shall be visible in the chopped pieces of meat. The product shall not have a predominantly emulsified texture. Fat present shall be evenly distributed throughout the product. The product shall be free from visible exuded material. Chopped meat shall have a characteristic meaty flavour and shall be free from surface and internal cavities. It shall be free from pieces of bone, cartilage and gristle and shall be free from discolouration. The contents shall not adhere to the insides of the container. A chopped ham product shall not be presented or packed in such a way as to mislead the consumer into believing that it is a ham or pork shoulder product as specified in 7.8.
7.17.8 Percentage fill of container
When determined in accordance with 10.4.3, the percentage fill of the container with product shall be at least:
a) 90 % in the case of cans; and
b) 85 % in the case of glass jars. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.17
- 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 Meat paste, poaed meat and chopped meat - Description
- Meat paste, poaed meat and chopped meat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 29 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 29 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39627, 29 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Bread Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2 (1) No person shall sell a consignment of wheat in the Republic of South Africa --
(a) unless the wheat is sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the wheat complies with the standards for the classes set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the wheat, where applicable, complies with the grades of wheat and the standards for grades set out in regulations 5 and 6 respectively.
Classes of wheat
3. The classes of wheat are
(a) Bread Wheat; and
(b) Other Wheat.
Standards for classes
4. (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-regulations (2) and (3), a consignment of wheat shall
(e) be free from any undesired odour, taste or colour not typical of undamaged and sound wheat;
(f) be free from animal filth
Grades of wheat
5. (1) The grades for Bread Wheat shall be as follows:
(a) Grade 1.
(b) Grade 2.
(c) Grade 3.
(d) Grade 4; and
(e) Utility grade.
(2) No grades are determined for Class Other Wheat.
Standards for grades of wheat
6. (1) Subject to the provisions of subregulations (2), (3) and (4), a consignment of wheat shall be
graded as --
(a) Grade 1 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(b) Grade 2 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 3 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(c) Grade 3 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 4 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(d) Grade 4 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 5 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned; and
(e) Utility Grade if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 6 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned.
(2) The minimum hectolitre masses for the different grades are as follows:
(a) Grade 1 - 77 kg.
(b) Grade 2 - 76 kg.
(c) Grade 3 - 74 kg.
(d) Grade 4 - 72 kg; and
(e) Utility Grade - 70 kg.
(3) (a) Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 3 shall have a minimum falling number value of not less than 250 seconds.
(b) Grade 4 shall have a minimum falling number value of not less than 200 seconds.
(c) Utility Grade shall have a minimum falling number value of not less than 150 seconds.
(d) Notwithstanding the provision of paragraph (a), wheat shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of the paragraph concerned if it deviates with not more than 30 seconds lower than the minimum prescribed for Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 3, as the case may be.
(4) The minimum protein content (on a 12 percent moisture basis) for the different grades shall
be as follows:
(a) Grade 1 - 12 percent.
(b) Grade 2 - 11 percent.
(c) Grade 3 - 10 percent.
(d) Grade 4 - 9 percent; and
(e) Utility Grade - 8 percent. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1) (a) to (c), 3, 4(1)(e) and (f), 5 and 6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes Bread wheat - Description
- Bread wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 7009.10: - Rear-view mirrors for vehicles
The measure came into effect on 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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
- 3.2.1 Rear-view mirrors
Rear-view mirrors shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1436:1989, Motor vehicle safety specification for the rear-view mirrors of motor vehicles of categories M and N, as published by Government Notice no. 2008 of 22 September 1989. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 7009.10 - Rear-view mirrors for vehicles No - Description
- Rear view mirrors of motor vehicles on category M2/3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
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 7007.21.20: --- Windscreens for vehicles
The measure came into effect on 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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 - Description of the measure
- 3.2.2.1 Windscreens
3.2.2.1.1 A windscreen shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall be of safety glass that complies with the relevant requirements given in SABS 1191 :1978, High penetration-resistant laminated safety glass for vehicles, as published by Government Notice no, 463 of 9 July 1982.
3.2.2.1.2 For the purpose of this specification, the marking requirements shall be as follows:
a) the windscreen 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 3.2.2.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- Full details of the NTMs will be entered once the relevant standards are made available by the NTM Manager.
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 7007.21.20 --- Windscreens for vehicles No - Description
- Windscreens of motor vehicles in category M2/3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1604.11: -- Salmon
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
- 7.1.6 Canned salmon
7.1.6.1 Preparation and presentation
Canned salmon shall be prepared from fresh or frozen raw material of salmon species listed in 10.3.2.12. The heads including the gills, viscera including the roe, tails, fins, loose scales, milt and blood shall be removed. Damaged or discoloured flesh, bruises or wounds shall be cut away.
Canned salmon shall consist of sections of fish that are cut transversely and in equal lengths and that are filled vertically into the can. The sections shall be packed in the container so that the cut surfaces are approximately parallel with the ends of the container and the skins parallel to the wallsof the container.
Any other presentation may be permitted provided that it
a) is sufficiently distinctive from the form of presentation laid down above,
b) meets all other requirements of the specification, and
c) is adequately described on the label to avoid confusing or misleading the consumer.
7.1.6.2 Drained mass
When determined in accordance with 11.5 the drained mass shall be as follows:
a) be not less than 70 % when fish units are cut into cutlets or middle cuts; and
b) be not less than 60 % of the d.n.m. in case of fish fillets packed in shallow flat cans. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.11 -- Salmon Yes Canned - Description
- Canned salmon
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
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 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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: Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 1978, Toughened safety glass for vehicles, as published by Government Notice no. 463 of 9 July 1982
3.2.2.2.2 For the purpose 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
- 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 fitted to a vehicle of category M2/3 - Description
- Glass partitions and glass windows fitted to a vehicle of category M2/3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1602.10: - Homogenised preparations
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
- 7.18 Brawn
7.18.1 Preparation
Brawn shall be prepared from meat that has been cured or cooked or both and shall be suitably dispersed in a gelling medium of gelatinous material derived from bovine, sheep or pig carcasses. It may be spiced.
7.18.2 Offal
Edible offal, other than trotters, shall not be used.
7.18.3 Meat content
When determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, the actual total meat content shall be at least 65 %.
7.18.4 Curing salts
The product may contain curing salts (see 6.7).
7.18.5 Phosphates
Phosphates shall not be added to the product.
7.18.6 Cereal
The product shall not contain cereal or cereal products.
7.18.7 Colourants
The product may contain colourants (see 5.21).
7.18.8 Agar-agar
The product shall not contain agar-agar.
7.18.9 Appearance
The product shall be attractive in appearance, and the meat particles shall be evenly dispersed throughout the product.
7.18.10 Set
The product shall have a firm set at 4,5 °C, and shall be sliceable. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.18
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1602.10 - Homogenised preparations Yes Brawn - Description
- Brawn
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
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
- 7.19 Infant foods prepared with meat
7.19.1 Preparation
Food intended for use in the diet of infants and that includes meat shall be prepared from meat, with or without a vegetable or a mixture of vegetables and other acceptable ingredients.
7.19.2 Offal
The product may contain brain, heart, pancreas, thymus, kidney and tripe provided that the type and species origin of edible offal is declared in the title of the product.
7.19.3 Natural binder
Natural binder shall not be added to the product.
7.1 9.4 Nitrate and nitrite
Nitrate and nitrite shall not be added to the product other than when bacon or ham is a constituent of the product, in which case it may be present to an extent not exceeding a mass fraction of 0,002 %.
7.19.5 Freedom from harmful ingredients
Ingredients of the product shall be known to be non-injurious to infants (see 5.1)
7.1 9.6 Stabilizers
The product may contain natural edible vegetable gums and agar-agar in a total concentration not exceeding 1 %. Artificial thickeners, phosphatic additives, chemical emulsifiers and thickeners, and anti-oxidants other than ascorbic acid shall not be used.
7.19.7 Composition
When determined in accordance with 11.3 and 11.4, the actual total meat content shall be at least 10 % by mass of which the fat content shall not exceed 25 % of the actual total content, except that, in the case of products that contain bacon, the fat content shall not exceed 30 % of the actual total meat content.
7.19.8 Salt content
The total chloride content, determined in accordance with 11.6 and expressed as sodium chloride, shall not exceed 1,0 % by mass.
7.19.9 Fibre content
The fibre content, determined in accordance with 11.8, shall not exceed 1,5 % by mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.19
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 12 Baby food No - Description
- Infant foods prepared with meat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world and 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, Class 3 and Lowest Class gem squashes and the permissible deviations in subregulation 3, gem squashes shall ;
(a) be intact;
(b) be well-formed;
(c) be free from decay;
(d) be clean free from visible foreign matter, including soil;
(e) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(f) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(g) be free from blemishes;
(h) be free from cracks;
(i) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from bruises;
(k) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(I) be free from foreign odours;
(m) be free from cold damage;
(n) be free from sun-scorch;
(o) be free from any other factors that detrimentally affect or may affect the quality of the gem squashes;
(p) be fresh and 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 withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) In case of Class1 gem squash-
(i) shall be free from mechanical damage and
(ii) the stalk shall not exceed 40mm.
(b) In case of Class 2 and Class 3 gem squash-
(i) may show slight mechanical damages: Provided that the fruit is not affected
(ii) the stalk shall not not exceed 40mm.
(4) (a) Class 1 gem squashes may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 by not more than 10% by number: Provided that the deviating gem squashes ;
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2;
(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 gem squashes may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3 by not more than 15% and 25% respectively by number: Provided that the deviating gem squashes ; 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 19(1)-(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.) Yes Gem squashes - Description
- Gem squashes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1604.20.90: -- 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. 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
- 7.1.7 Canned hake, cod, kabeljou and similar types
7.1.7.1 Preparation and presentation
The product may be smoked and shall be prepared from fresh or frozen raw material from which the heads, viscera including the roe, tails, fins, loose scales, milt and blood shall be removed. All visible parasites and unsightly bruises and wounds shall be removed. The product shall consist of sections of whole fish that are cut transversely and in equal lengths and that are filled vertically into the can. Fillet or fillet portions may be packed. Any presentation that is adequately described on the label so as to avoid confusing or misleading the consumer may be permitted. The product shall be free from hard bones that may hurt the palate and that may be an indication of insufficient heat processing. Backbones present on cross cuts shall only be present as an integral part of the cut section of the fish and shall not appear separated from the muscular structure.
7.1.7.2 Drained mass
The drained mass, when determined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 70 % of the d.n.m. in the case of transversely cut sections of the whole fish packed vertically; and 60 % of the d.n.m in the case of fillets and fillet portions packed in shallow flat cans. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.20.90 -- Other Yes Canned hake, cod, kabeljou and similar types - Description
- Canned hake, cod, kabeljou and similar types
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1205: Rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 05 June 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 June 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 32282 , 5 June 2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Canola Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1 ) No person shall sell canola in the Republic of South Africa -
(a) unless the canola is sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the canola complies with the standards for the class concerned set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the canola complies with the grades of canola and the standards for grades set out in regulations 5 and 6 respectively.
Classes of canola
3. There are two classes of canola, namely Class C and Class Other canola.
Standards for classes of canola
4. (1 ) A consignment of canola shall -
(a) be free from a musty, sour, khaki bush or other undesired odour;
(f) with the exception of Class Other canola, have a moisture content of not more than 8 percent.
(2) A consignment of canola shall be classified as Class C if
(a) the canola in the consignment consists of any cultivar of canola; and
(b) comply with the standards for the grade of Class C canola as set out in regulation 6.
(3) A consignment of canola shall be classified as Class Other canola if it does not comply with the standards for Class C canola.
Grades for canola
5. (a) The grades for Class C canola shall be as follows:
(i) Grade 1; and
(ii) Grade 2.
(b) No grades are determined for Class Other canola.
Standards for grades of canola
6. A consignment of canola shall be graded as -
(a) Grade 1 if the nature of the deviation. specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned; and
(b) Grade 2 if the nature of the deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 3 . of the said table opposite the deviation concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2 (1)(a) to (c), 4(1)(a) and (f) , 4(2)- (3), 5 and 6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1205 Rape or colza seeds, whether or not broken. Yes Canola - Description
- Canola
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.94: -- Steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes; parts thereof
The measure came into effect on 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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
- 3.4.1.1 General
All controls that are fitted to a vehicle, and that are required for the operation of the vehicle, shall be
so located that the driver can reach and operate them when he is seated in the normal driving
position, with the seat belt fastened.
3.4.1.3 Central steering
A vehicle shall be of a right -hand drive configuration. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.4.1.1 and 3.4.1.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8708.94 -- Steering wheels, steering columns and steering boxes; parts thereof Yes Steering wheel of a vehicle of category M2/M3 - Description
- Steering wheel of a vehicle of category M2/M3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa 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
- 7.1.8 Curried fish and pickled fish
7.1.8.1 Preparation and presentation
The product preparation and presentation shall be as discussed in 7.1.711. Fish portions may be dipped in flour, batter or other suitable coating and may be pre-cooked, pre-fried or pre-baked. The product is packed with curry sauce containing at least a mass fraction of 5 % onions in the case of pickled fish.
7.1.8.2 Drained mass
7.1.8.2.1 Curried fish
The washed mass of all solid components in curried fish product shall be not less than 50 % of the d.n.m. In case of a battered (or breaded) product, the fish and batter content shall be not less than 45 % of the d.n.m.
7.1.8.2.2 Pickled fish
The washed mass of all solid components shall be not less than 50 % of the d.n.m. and the mass of the fish core content shall be not less than 35 % of the d.n.m. on condition that at least 5 % of the d.n.m. consists of onions. A fish core content of 40 % is required where less than 5 % onions are used.
7.1.8.3 Absence of particular defects
Where fish units are covered in batter, the batter shall not separate excessively from fish units or crumble to form an excessive amount of sediment in the can. Where onions are present, they shall not be abnormally dark or discoloured. The surfaces of fish ends shall not be abnormally dark discoloured. There shall be no dark discoloured oil in the packing medium. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.8.2
- 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. Yes Curried fish and pickled fish - Description
- Curried fish and pickled fish
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0910.1: - Ginger :
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
- (1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class ginger and the permissible deviations in subregulation 3, ginger shall ;
(a) be intact: Provided that up to 3% (m/m) fresh broken pieces are permissible;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter (e.g. small stones) including visible soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms: Provided that holes left by roots and resembling insect holes are not regarded as a deviations;
(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 and be properly dried after washing;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) be free from sprouts: Provided that a deviation of 10% is permissible for Class 1 and a deviation of 15% is permissible for Class 2;
(m) be free from frost damage;
(n) be free from sun-scorch;
(o) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the ginger detrimentally;
be free from abrasions: Provided that light abrasion that has been dried properly is allowable for young ginger if it does not detrimentally affect the quality of the ginger;
(q) be fresh and firm;
(r) be air dried properly before packing;
(s) preferably have a gloss;
(t) be washed clean;
(u) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(v) be developed and of such conditions as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) Class 1 ginger shall have a slight skin defects due to rubbing provided they are healed and dry with no brown discolouration and the surface area affected does not exceed 15%.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 ginger shall have skin defects due to rubbing provided they are healed and dry and the surface areas affected do not exceed 20% and 25% respectively.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(4) (a) Class 1 ginger may deviate from the quality standards with 10% by mass: Provided that the following individual limits may not be exceeded:
- decay: 2%;
- injuries: 6%;
- insect damage: 3%;
- withering: 1,5%;
- soiled units: 1,5%.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 ginger may deviate from the quality standards with 15% and 25% respectively by mass: Provided that the following individual limits may not be exceeded:
- decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
- injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
- insect damage: 3%;
- withering: 1,5%;
- soiled units: 1,5%.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20 (1), (2) and(4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0910.1 - Ginger : No - Description
- Ginger
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 8512.30: - Sound signalling equipment
The measure came into effect on 01 June 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 June 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
- 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 M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
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.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as 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
- 3.4.2 Audible warning devices
A vehicle shall be fitted with one or more audible warning devices such that, when they are
operated, a continuous sound is emitted at a level of at least 93 dB, determined in accordance with
SABS 0169: 1984, Determining the performance ofaudible warning devices (hooters) after
installation in a motor vehicle, as published by Government Notice no. 966 of 11 May 1984. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.4.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8512.30 - Sound signalling equipment Yes Audible warning devices of motor vehocles of category M2/3 - Description
- Audible warning devices of motor vehocles of category M2/3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
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
- 7.20 Minced meat and minced meat in gravy
7.20.1 Preparation
Minced meat and minced meat in gravy shall be prepared by canning minced meat in its own juice or in a prepared gravy. Spices and other seasoning may be present.
The meat used shall be obtained from the skeletal musculature of food animals. The product shall not contain edible offal or added natural binder.
7.20.2 Composition
When determined in accordance with 11.3, the actual lean meat content (see 2.2) of minced meat canned in its own juice, shall be at least 70 %. The actual lean meat content of canned minced meat in gravy and canned minced meat in gravy containing invisible onions and peppers shall be at least 60 %. When determined in accordance with 11.5, the starchy (farinaceous) material, calculated as crude starch, shall not exceed 5 % by mass.
7.20.3 Appearance
The product shall have a characteristic processed minced meat appearance. The texture shall be uniformly minced without containing excessively large coarse pieces but shall also not be finely ground or be emulsified or be smooth or pasty. The fibre of the meat shall be visible and be free from excessive pieces of sinew and connective tissue. Coagulated exuded fat shall not be present at ambient temperature. Excessive exuded material shall not be present. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.20
- 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 Minced meat with vegetables (or fruit) or cereal or a combination of these in gravy - Description
- Minced meat and minced meat in gravy
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 0405: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads., 1516: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. and 1517: Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16.
The measure came into effect on 09 March 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 March 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 35109, 9 March 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Classification, Packing And Marking Of Fat Spreads Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 2. (1) These regulations shall apply to the classification, packing and marking of fat spreads intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa to which and under circumstances in which a prohibition in terms of section 3 of the Act regarding the sale of fat spreads apply.
(2) These regulations shall not apply to a fat spread in a package of more than 2 kg if that fat spread is intended for processing or for use in the manufacture of another product. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1) No person shall, subject to the provisions of subregulation (2), sell fat spreads in the Republic
of South Africa unless --
(a) the fat spreads comply with the standards referred to in regulation 5;
Standards for fat spreads
5. (1) A fat spread must com ply with the following standards:
(a) It shall have a clean and pleasant flavour.
(b) It shall be reasonable soft on the palate.
(c) It shall be easily spreadable at 20°C.
(d) It shall comply with the applicable standards specified in columns 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 1 0 of Table 1 opposite the class concerned.
(e) The slip point of the separated fat phase thereof shall be below 38°C.
(f) It shall be fluid emulsions, principally of water and edible fats and oils, with the exception of vanaspati.
(2) The classes of fat spreads known as vanaspati and mixed vanaspati shall have the flavour that is characteristic of vanaspati.
(3) The classes of fat spreads known as yellow margarine, yellow X% fat spread, yellow margarine blend and yellow X% blended fat spread may only contain marine fat in the case where a nutritional claim is to be made in respect of Omega-3 fatty acids in terms of the requirements of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
(4) The classes of fat spreads known as yellow margarine blend and yellow X% blended fat spread must contain milk fat but only to the extent that it comprises at least 10% of the total fat content but less than half of the total fat content of the fat spread concerned.
(5) A fat spread may contain other foodstuffs and food additives to the extent permissible under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3(1)(a) and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0405 Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads. Yes Fat spreads 1516 Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. Yes Fat spreads 1517 Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16. Yes Fat spreads - Description
- Fat spreads
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
