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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
- A31: Labelling 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 .I 0 Canned fish for bulk catering and re-manufacturing purposes
7.1.10.1 Preparation and presentation
Except for texture, uniformity of unit size, and the permissible presence of cross-filled units and turbidity in brine or in other packing medium, fish for bulk catering and re-manufacturing purposes shall comply with the requirements of this specification. Units may be packed with the tails intact; the heads and guts (viscera) however shall be removed. It may be a solid--pack or contain packing medium. It shall be labelled to disclose its true nature, with the name of the fish used being declared.
In the case of catering packs in a packing medium such as tomato, the packing medium shall be dispersed through the pack to cover almost all the fish units. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.10.1 paragraph 1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. Yes Canned fish for bulk catering and re-manufacturing purposes - Description
- Canned fish for bulk catering and re-manufacturing purposes
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 0708.20: - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green beans are packed shall be marked with ;
(a) the applicable size ;
(i) in the case of needle beans, indicated by the words "very fine", "fine" and "medium";
(ii) in the case of other beans (if sized), indicated by the minimum and maximum width of the pods;
(b) the expression to indicate that the beans have been trimmed, where appropriate. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20(6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0708.20 - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) Yes Green beans - Description
- Green beans
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 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
- A31: Labelling 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
- 7.1.11 Canned minced fish
7.1 .1 1.1 Preparation and presentation
The product shall not consist out of a mixture of fish species unless this is conspicuously declared in the name of the product.
Except for requirements rendered inapplicable by the nature of the pack, canned minced fish shall comply with the requirements of this specification.
Except that damaged fish units may be permitted, the raw fish used shall comply with this specification. The product shall be prepared from the body parts of fish without the heads and viscera. The bone to flesh ratio shall practically be the same that occurs in middle cut pieces of fish. Excessive tail-end pieces and scales shall be not used. Pieces of the head, gills, gut, intestines or its contents or other unsuitable or any unsound fish parts shall not be used.
It shall be labelled to disclose its true nature, and the name of the fish used shall be declared in the name of the product and in the list of ingredients.
7.1 .I 1.2 Absence of certain particular defects
When determined in accordance with 11.16, the product shall not contain more than 5 % starch. The product shall have a uniform minced texture where the flesh has been reduced to a uniform size in that particles are discrete and do not comprise of a paste or an emulsified texture. The product shall not contain large pieces of fish. It shall not contain a large amount of denatured protein or honeycombing. The texture shall not be soggy or watery. It shall not have a gritty texture due to the presence of an abnormally high amount of bone pieces or a high amount of scales or any other added ingredients that cause grittiness in the product. The texture shall not be extremely
closed and excessively compact or doughy.
The product shall not contain an excessive amount of exuded aqueous material. It shall be practically free from other exuded matter such as starch and protein. Upon removal out of the container, the product shall retain essentially the shape of the container without falling apart and shall practically be free from excessive surface cavities that affect its appearance.
The product shall have an acceptable uniform colour. The colour of the product shall not be abnormally dark due to excessive amounts of skin pigment and tail-ends. It shall be practically free from discolouration on the surface due to oxidation. The product shall be free from discolouration such as metal soiling or scorching. The product shall be free from fish eyeballs. Green feed, gut or pieces of gut shall be absent.
The odour and flavour of the product shall be characteristic of the fresh product and bitter or scorched flavours and odours shall be absent. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.11.1 paragraph 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. Yes Canned minced fish - Description
- Canned minced fish
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0302.89: -- Other and 0305.49.90: --- Other
The measure came into effect on 22 March 1974
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 March 1974
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. 474 of 22 March 1974
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification for Smoked snoek
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers the manufacture, production, processing. or treatment of the cooked product,
smoked snoek (Thyrsites atun). - Description of the measure
- 7.1 Markings on the Container
Except as allowed for in terms of 7.4, the following information shall appear legibly and indelibly on each container in type of such size and presentation as are prescribed by regulation under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act and the Weights and Measures Act:
(a) The name and full business address of the manufacturer, producer, proprietor or controlling company or, in the case of containers packed for any other person or organisation, the name and full business address of that
person or organisation;
(b) a true description of the product;
(c) in the case of products for sale in the Republic and in the territory of South-West Africa, the net mass of the contents;
(d) the country of origin;
(e) any labelling specifically called for by regulation;
(f) the date of manufacture and the identity of the factory in which the product was packed, the use of a code being permissible provided that the key to such code is disclosed to the authority administering this specification.
7.2,Labels
7.2.1 The information required by 7.1 shall be printed in the immediate container or on the overwrap covering the immediate container, or on a label of acceptable material attached to the immediate container.
7.2.2 Labels on containers shall be clean and neat and securely attached. They shall not be superimposed on other labels or on matter printed directly on the containers. They shall not be applied by any person other that the manufacturer of his authorized agent.
7.2.3 Label or sealing adhesives that are liable to deteriorate under the conditions of storage of the packed product shall not be used.
7.3 Markings on Packages.
Outer packages shall be clean, neat and unbroken; and on every such package (crate, carton, box, etc.) shall be printed or stencilled the number and size or net mass of the immediate containers in it and the information required by 7.1 (a), (b), (e) and (f), except that the business address need not be the full business address but must be sufficient for identification purposes. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0302.89 -- Other Yes Snoek 0305.49.90 --- Other Yes smoked snoek - Description
- Snoek intended for smoking or in the course of preparation for smoking or in the course of being smoked or after having been smoked, as indicated by the context.
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 1101.00: Wheat or meslin flour. and 19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
The measure came into effect on 22 February 2008
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 February 2008
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 30782, 22 February 2008
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Wheat Products Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell any wheat product in the Republic of South Africa;
(e) unless the wheat product concerned is marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulations 10, 11 and 12.
Marking requirements for white wheat flour and brown wheat flour
10. A container containing white wheat flour or brown wheat flour shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The name of the product;
(b) The class of the product;
(c) The name and physical address of the manufacturer thereof, or if the product has been packed for a person other than the manufacturer thereof, the name and physical address of such other person;
(d) The mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973); and
(e) the names and quantities of nutrients as identified in the food fortification programmes as prescribed in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972).
Marking requirements for wheat bran
11. A container containing wheat bran shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The name of the product;
(b) The name and physical address of the manufacturer thereof, or if the product has been packed for a person other than the manufacturer thereof, the name and physical address of such other person; and
(c) The mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
Marking requirements for wheat bread
12. (1) Every wheat bread shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The class of the wheat bread;
(b) the name and physical address of the manufacturer of the wheat bread or the name and physical address of the person on whose behalf the wheat bread was baked; and
(c) the mass of the wheat bread.
(2) The provisions of subregulation 1 shall not apply to;
(a) wheat bread packed by the manufacturer thereof: Provided that the particulars referred to in subregulation 1 shall be clearly and legibly marked on the packing material of each bread thus packed; and
(b) wheat bread presented for sqle at a point where a notice in type of not less than 30 mm high clearly and legibly indicates the particulars referred to in subregulation 1.
(3) Wheat bread which complies with the requirements of subregulation 1 and is packed in a transparent container by the manufacturer thereof is exempted from the requirements of subregulation (2)(a). - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(e)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1101.00 Wheat or meslin flour. Yes Of Wheat 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products Yes Of wheat - Description
- Wheat products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0703.10: - Onions and shallots
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which the foilage of Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green onions, (from which the bulbs have been cut off) are packed, shall be marked "Chives" or "Schnittlouch". - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 22(8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0703.10 - Onions and shallots Yes Green onions - Description
- Green onions
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 0708.10: - Peas (Pisum sativum)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green peas are packed with --
(a) the expression "shelling peas", "mangetout peas", "sugar snap peas" or equivalent expression if the contents are not visible from the outside;
(b) "trimmed", "topped and tailed" or other relevant expression in the case of trimmed peas. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 23(6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0708.10 - Peas (Pisum sativum) Yes Green peas - Description
- Green peas
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 4415: Packing cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings, of wood; cable-drums of wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards, of wood; pallet collars of wood.
The measure came into effect on 05 March 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 March 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- General Notice No. GNR 276 of March 5 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Importation Of Controlled Goods Without A Permit
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- To prevent the international transport and spread of disease and insects that could negatively affect plants or ecosystems.
- Coded list of objectives
- C: Protection of life and health of plants, E: Protection of the environment and F: Protection of wild fauna and flora
- Description of the measure
- “2. No person shall import wood packaging material which do not comply with the measures of FAO, IPPC ISPM No. 15 Guidelines for regulating wood packaging material in international trade’"
PPC ISPM No. 15 requires that wood packaging materials shall be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded, with a mark of compliance. - Reference of the measure
- Article 2
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 4415 Packing cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings, of wood; cable-drums of wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards, of wood; pallet collars of wood. No - Description
- Wood packaging materials
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 for 1604.31: -- Caviar
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- 7.1.15 Canned fish roe and caviar
7.1 .15.1 Preparation and presentation
7.1.15.1.1 Fish roe
The product shall be prepared from roes in which membranes and connective tissue may be present but from which blood and adhering particles of entrails have been removed. It shall be packed in brine. The container shall be well-filled.
7.1 .15.1.2 Caviar
Caviar shall be prepared from cured roe free from membrane and connective tissue. It may be packed in brine. The product shall not be mushy or tough. Artificial preparations resembling the product shall not be labelled as caviar.
7.1.15.2 Drained mass
Except when packed as a dry product the drained mass when determined in accordance with 11.5 shall be at least 70 % of the d.n.m. The drained mass of fish roe in the membrane shall be at least 60 % of the d.n.m. When packed as a dry product the containers shall be practically full. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.15.1.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.31 -- Caviar Yes Canned caviar - Description
- Canned caviar
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- 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
- A31: Labelling 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
- Marking requirements
(7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class horse-radish are packed shall be marked with the nett mass: Provided that if the produce is presented in bunches the number of bunches may be given instead of the mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 24(7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Horse radish - Description
- Horse radish
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 1601: Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products. and 1602: Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- 12. Labellling and marking of containers
12.1 Details required on each container, label or packing material
Subject to 12.6 and in addition to the markings required in terms of the regulations promulgated under the Trade Metrology Act, as well as the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, the following information shall appear in legible and indelible marking on each container or on a label securely attached to each container:
a) The full name and physical address of the manufacturer, producer, proprietor, or controlling company or, in the case of containers packed for any other person or organization, the full name and physical address of that person or organization;
b) the name and true description, taking into cognizance the provisions of the Merchandise Marks Act 1941 (Act 17 of 1941) (as amended from time to time), of the contents (see also 12.1.2) including, where applicable, the nature of the medium in which the product is packed and the presence of bone that is, as such, a constituent of a product;
c) where applicable, a statement of ingredients, including the presence, as relevant, of non-meat proteinaceous material by name, and vegetable fat or oil, in descending order of quantities present on the ingoing basis and/or in the final product;
d) where applicable, the presence of artificial colourants in plain type of at least 1,5 mm face measurement:
e) where the product is required to be stored under refrigeration the words "Perishable - keep under refrigeration at a temperature not exceeding 4 "C", in a prominent position in plain type of at least half the size of that used for the name of the product with a minimum of 3 mm face measurement, except that the word "Perishable" shall be in bold type of at least 4,5 mm face measurement;
f) the declared net mass of the contents;
g) the product code, the date of canning, sub-code or the batch number (if used), and the factory identification embossed or otherwise indelibly marked on the container or, in the case of jars, on the cap or label; any mark or code used for the foregoing shall be disclosed for record purposes to the authority administering this specification;
h) information required in terms of the relevant clause dealing with the specific product; and
i) words indicating the country of origin where the product is produced.
12.1.2 True description of contents
A product presented or described as a meat product , or a product on which a statement or claim appears implying that the product is a meat product, or a product with wording in the product name or wording on the main panel implying that the product contains meat, shall contain at least 10 % by mass of actual total meat determined in accordance with the total result of 11.3 plus 1 1.4 or the drained mass of the meat content shall be at least 10 % of the d.n.m. determined in accordance with 10.5.
12.1.2.2 Designation of product
12.1.2.2.1 Unless the meat or edible offal or both (as appropriate) of a product consisting of meat or edible offal or both, and of vegetables, cereal, or other analogous ingredient, constitutes the largest single ingredient on the ingoing basis and, in the end product, constitutes at least 25 %of the d.n.m., the meat or edible offal or both (as appropriate) shall not appear first in the designation of the product.
12.a .2.2.2 In a product that consists of vegetables, cereal, and other similar ingredients with meat or edible offal or both (as such or in prepared form) and falls within the scope of this specification but does not comply with the particular requirements specified for meat or edible offal content, provided that the content of meat or edible offal or both is at least 15 % (10 % in the case of foods for infants), the presence of meat or edible offal shall be declared in the title of the product by means of descriptions such as "Y with X" or "Y containing X' where Y is the basic name of the product (e.g. baked beans in tomato sauce) and X is the meat or edible offal ingredient (e.g. meat balls, sausage).
12.11.2.2.3 Products which undergo a smoking process by exposure to generated smoke, shall be labelled "smoked X" on the main panel of the label or packing material. Any addition of a smoke-flavour that is not obtained by exposure to generated smoke, shall be declared on the main panel of the label. Smoke-flavoured products that have not undergone a process by exposure to generated smoke, shall be labelled as "smoke-flavoured" on the main panel of the label or packaging material. The qualifying word(s) e.g. "smoked" shall appear in immediate conjunction with the product name "X", in a letter size of at least half the size in which the name "X" is featured and of equal prominence and boldness.
42.4 2.3 Meat pastes
In a product, other than liver paste (see 7.1 7.4.l), in the name of which reference is made to one kind of meat only, at least 80 % of the total meat content shall consist of the named meat. Where in the name of the product two kinds of meat are referred to, the named meats shall constitute at least 80% of the total meat content. In addition, the kind of meat named first shall constitute at least 50 % of the total meat content, and that named second at least 20 %, except that if kidney or liver is named second, the minimum requirement shall be 10 % of the total meat and edible offal content. If three kinds of meat are named in the description of the product, the named meats shall constitute at least 80 % of the total meat content. The meat named first shall constitute at least 40 % of the total meat content, and each of the other named meats at least 15 % (except that if kidney or liver is named second or third the minimum requirement for each shall be 10 % of the total meat and edible offal
content). The three kinds of meat shall be named in descending order of contents. For the purposes of true description of contents, cured pork may be regarded as ham.
42.4 .2.4 Potted meat
In a product in the name of which reference is made to one kind of meat only, at least 85 % of the total meat content shall consist of the named meat.
In a product in the name of which two kinds of meat are referred to, the named meats shall constitute at least 85 % of the total meat content. In addition, the kind of meat named first shall constitute at least 50 % of the total meat content, and that named second at least 25 %. If three kinds of meat are named in the description of the product, the named meats shall constitute at least 85 % of the total meat content. The meat named first shall constitute at least 40 % of the total meat content, and each of the other named meats at least 15 %. The three kinds of meat shall be named in descending order of contents.
12.1.2.5 Use of generic names
When a generic name (or names) of animal meat(s) such as beef or pork appears in the name of the product, that product shall not contain any other meat, edible offal, fat, natural binder, etc., which did not originate from the type of animal meat that appear in the name of the product.
12.1.2.6 Description of contents
The type of edible offal, fats or natural binder or any preparation from types of animal other than those from which the meat used in the product is derived shall be declared on the label.
12.2 Labelling and marking
12.2.4.4 Labelling area
Before the start of the labelling operation, the area shall be cleared of any stray cans. The labelling area shall be maintained in a clean, tidy and orderly condition.
12.2.4.2 Condition and handling of containers during labelling
Containers shall be in a condition complying with 9.4.
The handling of containers during the labelling process shall be done in a manner so as to avoid container abuse or damaging or that their seams are subjected to undue stress or mechanical shock.
12.2.1.3 Labels
Labels, outer wrappers, outer cartons, lithographic markings and printing on containers, pictorial presentation and colouring shall be in accordance with the labelling requirements of section 12.1. The size of the label, outer wrapper, outer carton shall be suitable to the container size without being oversized. Printing shall be correct, proper and neat. It is recommended that the authority administering this specification be consulted with regard to the printed lettering size, statements, pictorial presentation and colouring on newly designed labels, outer
wrappers, outer cartons or lithographed cans before they are taken into use.
12.2.1.4 Attachment of labels
Labels, outer wrappers or outer cartons shall not be attached or applied to containers by any person other than the manufacturer or by his authorized agent. Labels, outer wrappers or outer cartons on containers, shall be clean, neat, unspoiled, undamaged and labels or outer wrappers shall be securely attached at the time of despatch from the factory (or at the time of arrival when imported).
Misaligned labels, excess glue or lack of glue, or loose or pleated labels or outer wrappers shall not be present (see 12.2.1.9 and 12.2.1 .lo). Labels or outer wrappers shall not be superimposed over other labels or over outer wrappers that have been affixed on to containers or onto lithographic printed containers.
Materials such as adhesives or glues used for attaching or applying labels, outer wrappers or outer cartons or closing of packages shall not be hygroscopic, or liable to deteriorate during storage after being applied or conducive to corrosion of the can or lid.
12.2.1 .5 Packages - outer containers
Packages in which containers are packed shall be clean, neat and undamaged. Outer containers such as boxes or cases shall be suitable for the purpose of use, be of correct size to avoid damaging of containers by squeezing or loose movement of the containers inside the outer container. Containers shall not be packed in outer containers in positions prone to cause damaging such as packing containers on their sides.
Outer containers shall be strong enough to protect the finished product.
12.2.1.6 Marking of packages
The following regarding the containers in the package shall be printed or stencilled on the outside of every package. The number and size or net mass of the containers and the information required by 12.1.1(a), (b), (f), (g), and (i) where applicable, (e), except that the business address of the manufacturer need not be the full address but shall be sufficient for identification purposes.
In addition to the date code required by 13.1 (g), any batch number or sub-coding indicating a time period of the production date, andlor any line or seamer number, which appeared on the containers shall also be printed or stencilied on every package. When a code system other than the conventional lettering and digital form such as a bar or edge coding system is used, sufficient information shall appear on the packages to identify the production date and any sub-coding. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 12
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1601 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products. Yes Canned meat products 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood. Yes Canned meat products - Description
- 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 0703.90: - Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- (7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class leeks are packed shall be marked with -
(a) the number of bundles if leeks are packed in bundles;
(b) the expression "early leeks", where appropriate; and
(c) the expression "mini leeks" or "baby leeks" or other appropriate term for miniature produce, where appropriate: Provided that where several types of miniature produce are mixed in the same packages, all products shall be mentioned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 25 (7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0703.90 - Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables Yes Leeks - Description
- Leeks
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 0705.1: - Lettuce :
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class lettuce is packed, shall be marked with ;
(a) the expression "grown under protection", where applicable; and
(b) the minimum mass per unit or the number of units in the container concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 26(8) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0705.1 - Lettuce : No - Description
- Lettuce
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid., 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2003: Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2004: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06., 2005: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. and 2006: Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell canned vegetables in the Republic of South Africa -
(e) unless such products are marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulation 9; and
(f) if such products are marked with particulars and in a manner so prescribed as particulars with which it may not be marked.
MARKING REQUIREMENTS
9. (1) Each container with canned vegetables shall be clearly and legibly marked and labelled with the following particulars:
(a) A code mark which has been approved, in writing, by the Executive Officer and which consists of the name of the canning establishment, the product concerned and the date of manufacture thereof: Provided that-
(i) the canning establishment identification code shall be indicated at the last position in the sequence: and
(ii) in the case of a transparent containers where the contents are clearly visible, the product code need not be indicated.
(b) The name or trade mark of the manufacturer or packer.
(c) The physical address of the manufacturer or packer.
(d) A true description of the contents thereof indicated on the main panel.
(e) The packing medium in which the product concerned is packed expressed as part of the product name or in close proximity to the product name: Provided that products packed in normal, unflavoured brine need not be labelled with the packing medium.
(f) An indication oft he grade thereof.
(g) The net mass or fluid content, as the case may be, as required in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(h) The drained mass of the vegetables in the case of canned vegetables packed in a liquid medium. For the purpose of this requirement liquid medium means water, aqueous solution of salt or vinegar, either singly or in combination.
(i) The expression "Product of" followed by the name of the country of origin:
Provided that no abbreviations shall be used.
(2) The requirements setout in subregulation (1) shall be printed in English or both in English and any of the other official languages: Provided that a supplementary label containing the information set out in subregulation (1) may be used instead of relabelling.
(3) If one or more containers of canned vegetables are packed in an outer container such container shall be marked or labelled with the following particulars:
(a) The name or trade mark of the manufacturer or packer.
(b) The physical address of the manufacturer or packer.
(c) A true description of the contents thereof.
(d) An indication of the grade thereof.
(e) The net mass or fluid content, as the case may be, as required in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(f) The expression "Product of" followed by the name of the country of origin:
Provided that no abbreviations shall be used.
(g) The number of containers packed therein.
(4) If a transparent outer container is used and the particulars on the containers are visible from the outside, the requirements of subregulation (3) need not be complied with.
(5) If the same label as those affixed to the containers are affixed on the outer container, the requirements of subregulation(3 ) need not be complied with.
(6) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (1) canned vegetables shall comply with the additional marking
requirements, where applicable, for each kindd of canned vegetable as set out in Part II.
(7) The label of a container of canned vegetables shall --
(a) be clean and neat;
(b) be pasted securely;
(c) not be pasted over other labels; and
(d) be affixed to such container only by or on behalf of the manufacturer or packer.
Prohibited particulars
10. No wording, illustration or other method of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation, or which directly or by implication creates or may create a misleading impression of the contents or grade, shall appear on a container or outer container containing canned vegetables. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1) (e) -(f), 9 and 10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2003 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2004 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2005 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2006 Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac Yes Canned vegetables - Description
- Canned vegetables
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0709.51: -- Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class mushrooms are packed shall be marked with the mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 27 (8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.51 -- Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus No - Description
- Mushrooms
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 1605.5: - Molluscs :
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- 7.2.2 Canned mussels, oysters, clams, cockles, scallops, whelks and marine molluscs other than abalone
7.2.2.1 Presentation and presentation
Canned molluscs other than abalone may be packed from molluscs that were pre-cooked or raw, smoked or unsmoked, whole unshelled or shucked units. The molluscs units shall be culled, washed where appropriate and if necessary trimmed and packed in containers with, or in, a suitable oil, brine, own juice, a suitable sauce or another suitable grade packing medium.
Canned marine molluscs products may consist of marine molluscs packed with vegetables, fruits, cereals or other appropriate ingredients.
Other forms of presentation may be permitted provided that they
a) meet all regulatory requirements, and
b) are adequately described on the label and in accordance with the labelling requirements.
Shelled molluscs units presented in a shallow type container shall be neatly packed in rows close together with all units in the same upside down positions. There shall be no void spaces between the molluscs units or between the molluscs units and the walls of the container.
Cans shall not be over filled to the extent that they cause mechanical damage of the molluscs units or result in bulging lids.
Molluscs units packed without the shell shall be reasonably uniform in colour and in size. When smoked, the molluscs units in any one container shall have a uniform smoked colour.
Molluscs units shall not contain excessive amounts of green feed to the extent that it causes the discolouration of the packing oil.
Where the product is packed in an oil packing medium such as a vegetable oil, the packing medium shall be reasonably free from sediment and turbidity. Where the product is presented as a type of molluscs in "X" oil where " X indicates the type of oil, the exuded liquid in the oil determined in accordance with 11.6 shall not exceed 30 %.
7.2.2.2 Drained mass
When determined in accordance with 11.5, the drained mass when packed in vertical containers shall be at least 60 % of the d.n.m.. When packed in flat cans the drained mass shall be at least 70 % of the d.n.m. Baby clams packed in vertical cans shall have a drained mass at least 50 % of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.2.2.1 (b)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.5 - Molluscs : Yes Canned mussels, oysters, clams, cockles, scallops, whelks and marine molluscs other than abalone - Description
- Canned mussels, oysters, clams, cockles, scallops, whelks and marine molluscs other than abalone
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.60: - Asparagus and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Additional marking requirements
17 (7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 -
(a) each container containing canned asparagus shall be marked with the size group; and
(b) cuts and heads or cut spears may be labelled as "Salad Cuts" - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 17 (7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned Aspragus 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned Aspragus 2005.60 - Asparagus Yes Canned Aspragus 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned Aspragus - Description
- Canned Aspragus
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.5: - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) : and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 18 (4) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9, each container containing dried beans in sauce with added flavourings, herbs or spices, the flavour thereof shall be indicated in conjunction with or in close proximity to the product designation.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18 (4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned dried beans 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned dried beans 2005.5 - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) : Yes Canned dried beans 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned dried beans - Description
- Canned dried beans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.20: -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.40: - Peas (Pisum sativum), 2005.99.99: ---- Other and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- (2) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 , the component with the greater mass, shall be indicated first in the name of the product.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 22 (2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned carrots and peas 2004.90.20 -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils Yes Canned peas 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned carrots 2005.40 - Peas (Pisum sativum) No Canned peas 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Canned carrots 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned carrots and peas - Description
- Canned carrots and peas
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1605.10: - Crab
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling 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
- 7.3.4 Crab meat
7.3.4.1 Preparation and presentation
Canned crab meat shall be prepared single or in combination with the leg, claw, body and shoulder meat from which the shell has been removed from edible species designated in section 10.3.5(i).
The name of the product shall be "crab or "crab meat" and shall be preceded or followed by the common or usual name applied to the species if the possibility exists of the consumer being confused.
In addition, the product name shall include descriptive terms which accurately reflect the contents without misleading or confusing the consumer.
Where leg meat is presented, the leg meat shall be neatly arranged on top, or may also be at the bottom of the container with as much as possible of the pigmented surfaces uppermost.
When leg meat is declared as a percentage of leg meat in the product, the composition of leg meat shall be determined as a percentage of the total drained mass of the contents.
Where a product is presented as chunk meat at least 50 % of the total drained mass of the contents shall consist of solid pieces or chunks of crab meat.
7.3.4.2 Drained mass
The drained mass, when determined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 70 % of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.3.4 .1 paragraphs 2 and 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.10 - Crab Yes Canned crab meat - Description
- Canned crab meat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
A31: Labelling requirements
