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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0707.00: Cucumbers and gherkins, fresh or chilled.
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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 cucumbers are packed shall be marked with ;
(a) the expression "grown under protection", where applicable;
(b) the expression "mini cucumbers" or "baby cucumber" 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; and
(c) the minimum and maximum mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 16(7) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0707.00 Cucumbers and gherkins, fresh or chilled. Yes Cucumbers - Description
- Cucumbers
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 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 25 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 25 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Serial No. 791 Of 25 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Consolidation Of The Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of 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 --
(d) unless the wheat is packed in accordance with the packing requirements set out in regulation 7;
Packing requirements
7. Wheat of different classes shall be packed in different containers. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(d) and 7
- 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 wheat - Description
- Wheat
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 1604.15: -- Mackerel, 1604.19.20: --- Horse-mackerel (TRACHURUS TRACHURUS), in airtight metal containers, not frozen, 1604.20.40: -- Other sardines (pilchards) (SARDINOPS SPP.), mackerel and horsemackerel (TRACHURUS TRACHURUS), in airtight metal containers and 1604.20.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- 7.1.3.2 Drained mass
When determined in accordance with 11.5 the drained mass shall be as follows:
- when fish units are cut in cutlets or middle cuts, the drained mass shall be not less than 70 %,
- in the case of fish fillets packed in shallow flat cans, the drained mass shall be not less than 60 %
of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.3.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.15 -- Mackerel Yes Canned 1604.19.20 --- Horse-mackerel (TRACHURUS TRACHURUS), in airtight metal containers, not frozen No 1604.20.40 -- Other sardines (pilchards) (SARDINOPS SPP.), mackerel and horsemackerel (TRACHURUS TRACHURUS), in airtight metal containers Yes Canned horse mackerel 1604.20.90 -- Other Yes canned snoek and similar types - Description
- Canned maasbanker (jack mackerel or horse mackerel), mackerel, canned snoek and similar types
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0709.99: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing and sorting requirements
(4) (a) Endives shall be packed and sorted according to mass of individual units.
(b) In the case of Class 1 endives -
(i) grown under protection -
(aa) the minimum mass per endive shall be 150 g; and
(bb) the difference in mass between the lightest and heaviest endive in the same packing shall not exceed 100 g; or
(ii) grown in open-air-
(aa) the minimum mass per endive shall be 200 g; and
(bb) the difference in mass between the lightest and heaviest endive in the same packing shall not exceed 150 g.
(c) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 endives ;
(i) grown under protection ;
(aa) the minimum mass per endive shall be 100 g; and
(bb) the difference in mass between the lightest and heaviest endives in the same packing shall not exceed 100 g; or
(ii) grown in open air ;
(aa) the minimum mass per endives shall-be 100 g; and
(bb) the difference in mass between the lightest and heaviest endives in the same packing shall not exceed 100 g.
(d) In the case of Lowest Class endives - unspecified
(5) A container of Class 1 endives shall not contain more than three layers of endives.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(7) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 endives may deviate from the packing and sorting requirements by 10%, 15% and 25% respectively by number as set out in subregulation 4: Provided that the mass does not deviate by more than 10% from the applicable size groups.
(8) Lowest Class indives - unspecified. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 17(4)- (5)and (7)-(8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.99 -- Other Yes Endives - Description
- Endives
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 0806: Grapes, fresh or dried.
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 May 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 40014, 27 May 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Table Grapes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No persons shall sell table grapes in the Republic of South Africa other than imported table
grapes referred to in subregulation (3) –
(c) unless such table grapes are packed in accordance with the packing requirements as set out in regulations 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9;
PACKING REQUIREMENTS FOR TABLE GRAPES
Requirements for table grapes containers
5. Containers in which table grapes are packed shall:
(a) be clean, dry, undamaged and suitable;
(b) not impart a foreign taste or odour or any substance which may be injurious to the table grapes;
(c) be free from any visible sign of fungus growth;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation; and
(e) be strong and rigid enough to ensure that the original shape be retained and not bulge out, dent in, break or tear, to the extent that table grapes are damaged or are at risk of being damaged, during normal storage, handling or transport.
Packing requirements
6. (1) Only table grapes of the same quality, cultivar and ripeness shall be packed together in the same container. In case of mixed cultivars packed in the same container, grapes shall be of the same quality and shall comply with their individual ripeness standards”.
(2) Class 1 table grapes in the same container must be uniform in colour.
(3) Each container shall be packed firmly and to capacity.
(4) If table grapes are packed in prepacked units, such units shall be packed in a suitable manner in an outer container: Provided that the prepacked units are clean, dry, undamaged and suitable.
Packing material
7. If packing material is used inside the containers, such packing material shall be clean, dry, odourless, not transmit any harmful substance injurious to table grape.
Stacking of containers on pallets
8. If containers containing table grapes are palletised:
(a) the pallet shall be clean, undamaged and suitable;
(b) local pallets may have visible signs of fungus growth and Arthropoda infestation.
(c) the containers shall be stacked firmly and square with each other and the pallet;
(d) only containers of the same dimensions shall be stacked in the same layer on the pallet; and
(e) the containers shall not be stacked upside-down on the pallet
Strapping of pallet loads
9. (1) A pallet load of containers shall be strapped in a suitable manner.
(2) If containers without lids are being used, a suitable covering shall be placed on top of the pallet load of containers, before the pallet load is strapped - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(c) and 5-9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0806 Grapes, fresh or dried. Yes Table grapes - Description
- Table grapes
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 0306.12: -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.) and 0306.22: -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.)
The measure came into effect on 04 September 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 04 September 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice No. R. 978 (Government Gazette 25171) Of 4 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For Frozen Rock Lobster And Frozen Lobster Products Derived Therefrom
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers requirements for the handling, preparation, processing, packaging, freezing, storage and quality of frozen lobster tails, frozen whole lobster (cooked or raw) or any other frozen lobster product derived from lobsters of the families Palinuridae and Scyllaridae, and of the family Nephropidae (genera Homarus, Nephrops and Metanephrops, or any other species of lobster), intended for human consumption. It also covers requirements for factories and employees involved in the production.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 4.3 Packing of lobsters and lobster tails
Only lobsters or lobster tails of the same species shall be packed together in any one container.
4.5.5 A lobster may be packed in an ice block, provided that it is completely covered with the ice. There shall be no cracks or other flaws in the ice.
4.7.6 Lobster tails in catering packs may be presented graded or ungraded for size, but this shall be declared on the main panel of the label. Provided that the flesh is firm and sound, some minor defects to the shell of such tails may be present. In every other respect, tails in catering packs shall comply with the quality, wrapping, packing and labelling requirements of this specification.
4.9 Overpacking of lobster tails, frozen whole raw lobster and frozen whole cooked lobster
Adequate provision for overpacking shall be made to compensate for loss of mass during frozen storage, transportation and distribution.
5.1.1 Packaging and wrapping materials
Subject to the relevant requirements of the Regulations promulgated under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972),packaging and wrapping materials for the unprotected product shall be unused (new), clean, non-toxic, inert and of low moisture-vapour permeability, and shall not contain substances deleterious to the product or harmful to health. Wrappers for tails shall bear a true description of the product. Any description that appears on such a wrapper shall not conflict with the requirements of clause 6. Wrappers shall be of such size as to cover the tails adequately, thereby ensuring that, when frozen, the tails do not stick to one another and are protected from freezer burn. No packaging or wrapping material shall impart a flavour to, or in any way cause discoloration of, the product, or be itself discoloured by contact with the product. Packaging materials shall a) not be such as to impair the organoleptic characteristics of the product,
b) not be capable of transmitting substances injurious to the product or harmful to human health, and
c) be strong enough to protect the product adequately.
5.1.2 Outer containers
Only fibre board or other acceptable containers shall be used. The containers shall be unused (new), clean and intact, and shall be neatly and securely closed. Wooden outer containers shall not be made of green wood and shall not contain substances injurious to the product or harmful to health. Outer containers shall be so securely closed as to prevent contamination of the contents by dust or other foreign matter and shall be strong enough to protect the product adequately.
5.2 Glazing
The product may be glazed with chilled water or other acceptable glazing agent as a substitute for wrapping, provided that the glaze is maintained in an acceptable condition upto and including the final point of sale. When the product is glazed, the coating of ice shall cover the product completely to ensure that dehydration and oxidation are minimized. Water used for glazing shall comply with the requirements for potable water (see 3.4.1) or sea water (see 3.4.2), and its temperature shall be 5 ̊C or lower. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.3, 4.5.5, 4.7.6 , 4.9, 5.1.1 , 5.1.2 and 5.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0306.12 -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.) No 0306.22 -- Lobsters (Homarus spp.) No - Description
- Lobsters and lobster tails
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 0206.21: -- Tongues
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 7.1 6.2 Packing medium
The product may be packed in accordance with 17.6.1 .I or with sauce, gravy or dressing. If packed in brine, slices shall be fairly uniform in size. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.16.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0206.21 -- Tongues Yes Tongue slices - Description
- Tongue slices
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1604.14: -- Tunas, skipjack and bonito (Sarda spp.)
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- 7.1.4.4 Opening appearance and packing medium
The cans shall be well filled with fish and the flesh pack shall be reasonably free from voids. In case of solid packs the structure of the solid tuna meat shall be well defined and shall turn out of the can in a basically single portion. The product shall be free from excessive exuded protein curd indicating poor quality raw material or bad manufacturing procedures. The packing medium shall comply with requirements of 6.1.10. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.4.4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.14 -- Tunas, skipjack and bonito (Sarda spp.) Yes Canned tuna, albacore and bonito - Description
- Canned tuna, albacore and bonito
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1604.20.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
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
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing and sorting requirements
(5) Fennel shall be packed and sorted according to the maximum diameter of the equatorial section.
(6) The minimum diameter for Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 is 60 mm
(7) The difference in diameter between the smallest and largest Class 1 fennel in the same package shall not exceed 20 mm. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18 (5)-(7)
- 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 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 29 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing requirements
7. Wheat of different grades shall be packed in different containers, or stored separately. - 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 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 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
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing and sorting requirements
(5)Fennel shall be packed and sorted according to the maximum diameter of the equatorial section.
(6) The minimum diameter for Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 is 60 mm
(7) The difference in diameter between the smallest and largest Class 1 fennel in the same package shall not exceed 20 mm.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(9) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 fennel may deviate from packing and sorting requirements set out in subregulations 4 to 6, with 10%, 15% and 25% respectively by mass: Provided that the deviations may not be extended to include fennel with a diameter below 55 mm. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18(5)-(7) and (9)
- 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 1604.20.90: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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 7.1.7.1
- 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.
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
- A33: Packaging 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 7.1.8.1
- 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 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 0709.93: -- Pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing and sorting requirements
(3) (a) The minimum diameter for gem squashes ;
(i) classified as Class 1 is 50 mm; and
(ii) classified as Class 2 and Class 3 is 40 mm.
(b) The maximum difference in diameter between the smallest and the largest gem squash in the same packing shall -
(i) in the case of Class 1 gem squashes not exceed 5 mm; and
(ii) in the case of Class 2 and Class 3 gem squashes not exceed 10 mm.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class gem squashes - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(5) Class 1, Class, 2 and Class 3 gem squashes may deviate from the packing and sorting requirements as set out in subregulation 2, by not more than 10%, 15% and 25% respectively by number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 19(3)and (5)
- 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 - 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
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing requirements
7. Canola of different classes and grades shall be packed in different containers, or stored separately - 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 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 for 1604.13: -- Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats and 1604.16: -- Anchovies
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- 7.1.9 Canned salted or salt cured/dried anchovies or sardines
7.1.9.1 Preparation, preservation and presentation
The fish shall be salted or salt cured before canning. The product may be preserved by salt and chilled storage (below 5 "C) or by pasteurization or heat processing to render it shelf stable. When presented as fillets, the backbones shall be removed. The product may be presented as whole fish, headed and gutted fish, flat or rolled fillets or any presentation fitting the description on the label.
Garnish may be used and the product may be packed dry with salt, salted in own juices, in a salt pickle or in oil. Units in flat shallow containers shall be packed to avoid void spaces between units and units and the container.
7.1.9.2 Drained mass
When the drained mass is determined in accordance with 11.5, the fish and garnish content shall be at least 70 % of the d.n.m.
7.1.9.3 Absence of particular defects
Fillets shall not have dangerous protruding bones that can hurt the palate or throat. Fish units shall be firm and not mushy, slimy, mealy or disintegrating. There shall be no indication of mould or halophilic discolouration of units. Units shall be reasonably uniform in size unless described otherwise. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.1.9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.13 -- Sardines, sardinella and brisling or sprats Yes Canned salted 1604.16 -- Anchovies Yes salt curedldried anchovies - Description
- Canned salted or salt curedldried anchovies or sardines
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
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
- A33: Packaging 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 --
(b) the containers in which fat spreads are packed comply with the requirements for containers referred to in regulation 6.
Requirements for containers
6. (1) The container of a fat spread shall
(a) be made from a material that
(i) is suitable for this purpose;
(ii) will protect the contents thereof from contamination; and
(iii) will not impart any undesirable flavour to the contents thereof;
(b) be so strong that it will not tear or break during normal storage, handling and transport practices;
(c) be unbroken;
(d) in the case of a container that is re-used, be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized before the fat spread is packed therein; and
(e) be closed properly in a manner permitted by the nature thereof.
(2) No container shall contain more than one class of fat spread: Provided that outer containers (multi packs) with more than one class of fat spread packed therein, in separate containers or in small serving containers, are allowed - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3(1)(b) and 6
- 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
-
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
- A33: Packaging 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
- Packing and sorting requirements
(3) (a) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 ginger shall be sorted and packed according to mass in the following groups:
(i) Hands (rhizomes) - at least 150 g each; and
(ii) fingers (segments) - at least 75 g but not more than 150 g each.
(b) The mass of the heaviest hand or finger may not be more than twice the mass of the lightest hand or finger in the same packaging.
(c) The minimum diameter of a finger (segment) shall be 32 mm in the case of:
(i) Hands - measured at the thickest part of the largest finger (segment) in the hand; or
(ii) fingers - measured at the thickest part of the finger.
(d) In the case of Lowest Class ginger - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(5) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 ginger may deviate ;
(a) by 10%, 15% and 25% (m/m) from the prescribed minimum size for the hand (rhizome) respectively;
(b) by 10%, 15% and 25% (m/m) from the minimum diameter for the finger (segment) respectively; and
(c) In the case of Lowest Class ginger -unspecified. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20(3) and (5)
- 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 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
- A33: Packaging 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 .1 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.
7.1.10.2 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 7.1.10.1
- 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.
- Description
- All countries
A33: Packaging requirements
