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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1605.54: -- Cuttle fish and squid and 1605.55: -- Octopus
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
- 7.2.3 Canned cephalopods (octopus, squids and cuttlefish)
7.2.3.1 Preparation and presentation
Cephalopods may be presented as whole, legs only, or cut pieces of the legs, heads or pieces of heads or a mixture of cut pieces from the cephalopods. Cephalopods may be packed with vegetables, fruit or cereals.
Cephalopods may be packed in an oil packing medium, brine or in water or in its own juice such as the ink.
7.2.3.2 Drained mass
The drained mass, when determined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 60 % of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.2.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.54 -- Cuttle fish and squid Yes canned 1605.55 -- Octopus Yes Canned - Description
- Canned cephalopods (octopus, squids and cuttlefish)
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 1605.5: - Molluscs :
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
- 7.2.4 Canned molluscs and vegetables and/or fruit and/or cereals andlor edible garnish
7.2.4.1 Preparation and presentation
The product may consist of molluscs with vegetables andlor fruits andlor cereals andlor with edible garnish together with seasoning materials, spices or other appropriate ingredients.
7.2.4.2 Drained mass
The total drained mass, when determined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 55 % of the d.n.m. When molluscs appear first in the name of the product, the drained mass of the molluscs shall be not less than 25 % of the d.n.m., unless the fact that the drained mass of the molluscs is less than 25 % appears on the label. When molluscs do not appear first in the name of the product, the mass content of the molluscs shall constitute not less than 10 % of the d.n.m, unless the fact that it constitutes less than 10 % is declared on the main panel of the label. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.2.4
- 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 molluscs and vegetables and/or fruit and/or cereals andlor edible garnish - Description
- Canned molluscs and vegetables and/or fruit and/or cereals andlor edible garnish
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.99.99: ---- Other and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Types of Pack
20 (2) Canned beetroot shall be presented in one of the following packs:
(a) "Liquid pack" when a liquid medium is used; or
(b) "Vacuum pack" or "Vacuum packed" if liquid packing medium does not exceed 20 percent of the total net mass of the product and the container is closed under conditions creating a high vacuum in the container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20 (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 beetroot 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned beetroot 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Canned beetroot 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned beetroot - Description
- Canned beetroot
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
The measure came into effect on 11 November 2005
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 11 November 2005
- Publication where the measure is specified
- 6 No. 28196 GOVERNMENT GAZETTE. 11 NOVEMBER 2005
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FOODSTUFFS, COSMETICS AND DISINFECTANTS ACT, 1972 (ACT NO. 54 OF 1972) REGULATIONS RELATING TO OBJECTS PACKED IN FOODSTUFFS INTENDED FOR CHILDREN
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) Toys that are wrapped before packaging in a foodstuff shall be properly wrapped, and the wrapping material shall not affect the chemical composition of the foodstuff.
(2) A toy shall be regarded as safe for the purposes of these regulations if, when used in a foreseeable way and having regard to the normal behaviour of children under the age of three years, it does not jeopardize the safety or health of the user or any third party.
(3) Foodstuffs that have toys packaged inside them shall be clearly labelled to indicate the presence of toys. - Reference of the measure
- Section 2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- foodstuff
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 11 November 2005 - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1605.30: - Lobster
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
- 7.3.1 Lobster and rock lobster
7.3.1 .1 Preparation and presentation
7.3.1.1.1 Lobster and rock lobster tails
In the packing of lobster and rock lobster tails, a small additional portion of tail flesh may be introduced to adjust the fill of the container. Whole or half tails shall be neatly folded or arranged with as much as possible of the red pigment of the epidermis of the flesh visible on the outside.
7.3.1.1.2 Lobster and rock lobster tails with other meat
The contents of the container shall be neatly and uniformly arranged. The tails shall be folded and packed around the other meat, the latter being centred in the container as far as possible. As much as possible of the pigment of the tails and other meat shall be visible.
7.3.1.1.3 Lobster and rock lobster limb and body meat
Where packed in pieces retaining to a large extent their original shape and size, the meat shall be neatly arranged in the container with as much as possible of the pigmented surfaces uppermost. Where the product is described only as "meat", this requirement shall not apply.
7.3.1.2 Drained mass requirements
7.3.1 -2.1 Plain packs
The drained mass, when determined in accordance with 11.5, of the product shall be not less than 75 % of the d.n.m.
7.3.1.2.2 Packs in sauce medium
The drained mass, when examined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 70 % of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.3.1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.30 - Lobster Yes Canned Lobster tomalley - Description
- Lobster and rock lobster
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 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.99.99: ---- Other and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Types of Pack
21(2) Canned carrots shall be presented in one of the following packs:
(a) "Liquid pack" when a liquid medium is used; or
(b) "Vacuum pack" or "Vacuum packed" if liquid packing medium does not exceed 20 percent of the total net mass of the product and the container is closed under conditions creating a high vacuum in the container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 21 (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 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned carrots 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Canned carrots 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned carrots - Description
- Canned carrots
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 1605.30: - Lobster
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
- 7.3.2 Lobster tomalley
The hepatopancreas, roe, meat from the limbs and body, and other edible parts of the lobster may be used. The gills, guts, stomach, shell particles, cartilage, and other unsuitable parts and any unsound parts shall be not used. Filler or other extraneous ingredients shall be not used. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.3.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.30 - Lobster Yes Canned Lobster tomalley - Description
- Lobster tomalley
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 1605.2: - Shrimps and prawns : and 1605.40: - Other crustaceans
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
- 7.3.3 Shrimps, prawns and langoustines
7.3.3.1 General preparation and presentation
Canned shrimps, prawns and langoustines shall be prepared from edible species of the families designated in 10.3.5(g)(h)(j) from which heads, shell and antennae have been removed. The name of the product shall optionally be "shrimp", "shrimps" or "prawns" or where applicable "langoustines". (Both "shrimps" and "prawns" shall hereafter be denoted in the term "shrimp").
Canned shrimp may be presented as follows:
a) Peeled: Shrimp that have been headed and the shell and tail fin removed but without removal of the dorsal tracts;
b) Peeled and de-veined or cleaned: Peeled shrimp that the back have been cut open and the dorsal tract removed at least to the last segment of the tail.
c) Cocktail (picnic): Mixture of peeled shrimp sizes that when determined in accordance with 11.8(ii) does not contain more than a mass fraction of 15 % broken shrimp in a container.
d) Salad: Mixture of peeled shrimp sizes that when determined in accordance with 11.8(ii) does not contain more than a mass fraction of 50 % broken shrimp in a container.
e) Broken: Pieces of peeled shrimp consisting of less than four segments. This may also denote product containing more than the percentage of broken shrimp permitted in the above categories.
7.3.3.2 Size designation of shrimp
Canned shrimp may be designated by size in accordance with (a) the actual count range adherent on the label, or (b) as per provisions stated below.
The terms "extra large", ''jumbo", "large", "medium", "small", "tiny" may be used provided that the range is in accordance with table 1. The number of whole shrimp (including pieces greater than 4 segments) per 100 g of drained product are indicated in table 1.
7.3.3.4 Absence of particular defects
a) Criteria for broken shrimp:
When examined in accordance with 11.8, the presence of broken shrimp shall not exceed the criteria in tables 2 and 3.
b) Criteria for broken langoustines:
When examined in accordance with 11.8, langoustines shall contain...not more than a mass fraction of 5 % of broken units.
c) Cleaned or deveined:
When examined in accordance with 11.8, not more than a mass fraction of 5 % improperly deveined or cleaned units shall be present in a product labelled as "deveined or "cleaned.
d) Discolouration:
Except for sulphide staining (blackening) and when determined in accordance with 11.8, not more than a mass fraction of 15 % of the units shall be affected by distinct discolouration of more than 10 % of the surface area of the individual shrimp or with faded pigment or liver stain.
Black stained units due to sulphide staining developed on the inside surfaces of containers shall not be present. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.3.3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605.2 - Shrimps and prawns : No Canned 1605.40 - Other crustaceans Yes Canned langoustines - Description
- Shrimps, prawns and langoustines
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 1605.10: - Crab
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
- 7.3.4 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
- 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.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
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
- 7.3.5 Canned crustaceans and vegetables and/or fruits and/or cereals and/or edible garnish
7.3.5.1 Preparation and presentation
The product may be prepared from crustaceans with vegetables and/or fruits and/or cereals with or without edible garnish, seasoning materials, spices or other appropriate ingredients.
7.3.5.2 Drained mass
The drained mass when determined in accordance with 11.5, shall be not less than 55 % of the d.n.m. When crustaceans appear first in the name of the product, the mass of crustaceans shall be not less than 25 % of the d.n.m., unless the fact that the mass is less than 25 % of the d.n.m. appears on the label. When crustaceans do not appear first in the name of the product, the crustacean content shall constitute not less than 10 % of the d.n.m, unless fhe fact that it constitutes less than 10 % of the d.n.m. is declared on the main panel of the label. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.3.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Canned crustaceans and vegetables and/or fruits and/or cereals and/or edible garnish - Description
- Canned crustaceans and vegetables and/or fruits and/or cereals and/or edible garnish
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 0401: Milk and cream, not concentrated nor containing added sugar or other sweetening matter., 0402: Milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. and 0403: Buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, yogurt, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa
The measure came into effect on 28 November 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 28 November 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- GOVERNMENTNOTICES GOEWERMENTSKENNISGEWINGS 23 November 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FOODSTUFFS, COSMETICS AND DISINFECTANTS ACT, 1972 (ACT NO 54 OF 1972) REGULATIONS RELATING TO HYGIENE REQUIREMENTS FOR MILKING SHEDS, THE TRANSPORT OF MILK AND RELATED MATTERS
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Milk containers and milking machine
7. (1) A milk container shall –
(a) be designed and constructed in such a way that it has smooth finish, free from open seams, cracks and rust stains to ensure that, where necessary, they can be adequately cleaned, disinfected and maintained to avoid the contamination of milk;
(b) not be made wholly or partly of copper, or any copper alloy or any toxic material
(c) be constructed in such a way that any surface that comes into contact with milk is accessible for the purpose of washing and disinfection; and
(d) not be used for any other purpose except the handling of milk.
(2) A milking machine shall-
(a) be designed, constructed or manufactured in such a way that –
(i) the vacuum pipe of the machine can be drained to remove all the moisture;
(ii) be adequately cleaned, disinfected and maintained to avoid the contamination of milk;
(iii) is equipped with a device rendering visible the milk flow from each milk animal and;
(iv) comply with sub-regulation (1)(a), (b), (c) and (d);
(b) be durable and movable or capable of being disassembled to allow for maintenance, cleaning, disinfection, monitoring and, to facilitate inspection - Reference of the measure
- Section 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0401 Milk and cream, not concentrated nor containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. Yes milk 0402 Milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. Yes milk 0403 Buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, yogurt, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa Yes milk - Description
- Milk
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 23 November 2012 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. and 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- 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
- 7.4 Canned seafood mixtures
7.4.1 General
The raw material for canned seafood of any mixture of fish, molluscs and crustaceans with or
without vegetables andlor fruits andlor cereals falling within the scope of this specification, shall
comply with the requirements in section 5 as applicable.
7.4.2 Drained mass
The drained mass of any mixture of fish, molluscs and crustaceans when determined in accordance
with 11.5, shall be not less than 60 % of the d.n.m.
When any mixture of fish, molluscs and crustaceans are presented with vegetables and/or fruits andlor cereals the drained mass of the total solids shall be not less than 55 % of the d.n.m. When reference is made in the product name or indicating any mixture ingredient of fish, molluscs or crustaceans, the drained mass of that mixture ingredient shall be not less than 25 % of the d.n.m., unless the fact that it is less than 25 % of the d.n.m. appears on the label.
When the meat ingredient of the mixture does not appear first in the name of the product, the meat content shall constitute not less than 10 % of the d.n.m, unless the fact that it constitutes less than 10 % of the d.n.m. is declared on the main panel of the label. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.4
- 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 seafood mixtures 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Canned seafood mixtures - Description
- Canned seafood mixtures
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 1604.20: - Other prepared or preserved fish and 1902.20.20: -- Stuffed with fish, crustaceans or molluscs
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
- 7.5 Canned fish pies or puddings
When determined in accordance with 11.5, the drained mass shall be as follows:
a) in pies or puddings containing only fish or marine molluscs or crustaceans or any mixture of these, the mass of fish or marine molluscs or crustaceans within the pie crust or pudding shall be not less than 35 % of the d.n.m.;
b) in pies or puddings containing fish, or marine molluscs or crustaceans or any mixture of these with vegetables and/or mushrooms and/or fruit, and/or cereal, the mass of fish or marine molluscs or crustaceans shall be not less than 25 % of the d.n.m. The mass of vegetable and/or mushroom and/or fruit and/or cereal as relevant as the part of the product in the pie crust or pudding shall constitute not less than 15 % of the d.n.m.
Where the name of a minor ingredient also appears in the name of the product, the mass of that minor ingredient shall constitute not less than 5 % of the d.n.m. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1604.20 - Other prepared or preserved fish Yes Canned fish pies 1902.20.20 -- Stuffed with fish, crustaceans or molluscs Yes canned fish puddings - Description
- Canned fish pies or puddings
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
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
(3) If Class 1 parsley is packed in bunches, each bunch shall weigh at least 50 g. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 29 (3)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.99 -- Other Yes Parsley - Description
- Parsley
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs. and 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- 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
- 7.6 Unspecified canned seafood
7.6.1 General
Any product falling within the scope of this specification shall be prepared from material complying with the requirements in section 5. The product shall be appropriately described on the label.
7.6.2 Drained mass
Subject to the container being filled to practical capacity (see 5.1.4) the drained mass when determined in accordance with 11.5 shall be as follows:
a) Fish:
1) Canned fish not less than 70 % of the d.n.m.
2) Canned fish products not less than 60 % of the d.n.m.
b) Molluscs:
1) Canned molluscs not less than 60 % of the d.n.m.
2) Canned molluscs products not less than 55 % of the d.n.m.
c) Crustaceans:
I ) Canned crustaceans not less than 60 % of the d.n.m.
2) Canned crustaceans products not less than 55 % of the d.n.m.
Where the drained mass of any unspecified fishery product is less than 50 % of the d.n.m., the product description shall clearly indicate that it is a special type of product of which fish, crustaceans or molluscs are an ingredient and the fish, crustaceans or molluscs content shall be declared on the label. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.6
- 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 Unspecified canned seafood 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Unspecified canned seafood - Description
- Unspecified canned seafood
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 2001.90.30: -- Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA), 2004.90.40: -- Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA), 2005.80: - Sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) and 2006.00.40: - Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA)
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Types of pack
31 (2) (a) Whole kernel or cut kernel and corn on the cob style may be packed as follows:
(i) "Liquid Pack" when liquid medium is used; or
(ii) "Vacuum pack" or "Vacuum packed" if the liquid packing medium does not exceed 20 percent of the total net mass of product and the container is closed under conditions creating a high vacuum in the container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 31 (2)(a)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.30 -- Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA) Yes Canned sweet corn 2004.90.40 -- Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA) Yes Canned sweet corn 2005.80 - Sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) Yes Canned sweet corn 2006.00.40 - Sweet corn (ZEA MAYS VAR. SACCHARATA) Yes Canned sweet corn - Description
- Canned sweet corn
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. and 1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- 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
- 7.7 Semi-preserved or pasteurized canned products
7.7.1 Product definition and methods of preservation
Canned fish, molluscs and crustaceans or their products covered by this standard, may be packed as semi-preserved. The product is preserved by any combination of salting, brining, pickling, smoking, low acid or preservatives allowed in terms of regulations under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act and chilled in storage below 5 "C. Products may also be rendered shelf stable by incorporating heat processing and at least a pasteurization treatment process.
7.7.2 Product requirements
Particular product descriptions shall comply with the requirements for the particular products as relevant on condition that where product is preserved by the packing medium and is labelled semipreserved, the drained mass may be a minimum of 50 % of the d.n.m. (This requirement is not applicable to products in 7.1.9). - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7.7.1
- 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 Semi-preserved or pasteurized canned products 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Semi-preserved or pasteurized canned products - Description
- Semi-preserved or pasteurized canned products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid.
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging 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
- Types of Pack
32 (3) Canned tomatoes shall be presented in one of the following packs:
(a) Regular pack when a liquid medium is used.
(b) Solid pack without any added liquid.
Packing Media
(4) (a) Canned tomatoes may be packed in the following packing media:
(i) Juice shall consist of the unconcentrated, undiluted liquid from ripened tomatoes.
(ii) Residual material shall consist of the liquid strained from the residue from preparing tomatoes for canning.
(iii) Puree of pulp shall consist of tomato puree or pulp (concentrated tomato juice).
(iv) Paste shall consist of tomato paste (highly concentrated tomato liquid). - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 32 (3) and (4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned tomatoes - Description
- Canned tomatoes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa for 0706.90: - 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
30(2) (a) Parsnips are packed and sorted according to diameter.
(b) The minimum diameter for Class 1 parsnips is 15 mm.
(c) The roots of miniature parsnips shall not be wider than 8 mm diameter at the cutting edge.
(d) Miniature parsnips shall have a maximum diameter of 35 mm measure at the crown.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(4) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 parsnips may deviate from the packing and sorting requirements set out in regulation 2, with 10%, 15% and 25% respectively by number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 30 (2) and (4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Parsnip - Description
- Parsnip
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A33: Packaging requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 August 2019
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Food Safety Act No. 7 of 2019
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act No. 7 of 2019
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 10. A person shall not label, package, sell or advertise any food in a manner that is false, misleading or deceptive as regards its character, nature, value, substance, quality, composition, merit or safety or in contravention of this Act.
- Reference of the measure
- PART III: Section 10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Food
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
A33: Packaging requirements
