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Applied by Malawi on the entire world for 2501.00.10: Iodised salt and 2501.00.90: Iodised salt: Other
The measure came into effect on 22 July 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 July 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice 73
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Iodization of Salt (Specification) Order, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Malawi
- The rationale of the measure
- No specific objective stated
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 6. All iodized salt shall not, during transportation, storage and display, be exposed to any of the (a) direct sunlight or strong light;
(b) heat above 35 degrees C;
(c) humidity above 75%, or water. including rain;
(d) contamination with dust or other particles or substances;
(e) mixture with non-iodized salt;
(f) inadequate ventilation or aeration:
(g) unduly long storage time (more than six months);
(i) storage in uncovered rooms or warehouses; and stacking less than 30 centimeters above the floor level.
7. All iodized salt shall be dispatched, distributed and sold strictly according to the principle of first in, first out. - Reference of the measure
- Paragraph 6 and 7
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2501.00.10 Iodised salt No 2501.00.90 Iodised salt: Other No - Description
- Salt
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- Entire world
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 August 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Decreto n.° 26/2009, de 17 de Agosto
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulation on Animal Health
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Mozambique
- The rationale of the measure
- a) Protect public health
b) Protect the domestic and export animal markets, animal products and others who may be affected directly or indirectly by animal diseases
c) Act as a framework to carry out epidemiological surveillance, eradication and control of major diseases which can impact the economy and public health
d) Form the basis for compensation for losses caused by animal disease
e) Form the basis for compliance with the animal welfare conditions - Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and B: Protection of life and health of animals
- Description of the measure
- The entrance of organic and pathological products considered infectious is only permitted if they are packed in such a manner as to avoid any possibility of outer contamination. These products must be packed in accordance with the procedures established by the World Health Organization for the safe transport of infectious substances and diagnostic specimens, and should comply with the packaging instructions of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
- Reference of the measure
- Article 29(4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
- Notes
- ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organization
IATA: The International Air Transport Association
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Organic products
Pathological products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Rwanda on the entire world for 03: Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates
The measure came into effect on 18 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Official Gazette n° 50 of 13/12/2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Ministerial Order Nº 011/11.30 Of 18/11/2010 On The Importation, Marketing And Distribution Modalities Of Aquaculture And Fisheries Products, Equipment And Materials
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Rwanda
- The rationale of the measure
- This Order regulates the importation, marketing and distribution modalities of aquaculture and fishery products, equipment and materials.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Article 11: Conditions for transport of living fish
Vehicles and containers intended for the transport of living fish shall have a water and oxygen distribution system which meets environment variations during the transport, and the needs of the fish transported, like in the event of closing of valves on the fish tank for biological safety reasons. Access to fish shall be easy so as to check on the way. Fish wellbeing standards shall be respected.
Article 13: Requirements for transport of non living fish for consumption
Vehicles intended for fish transportation shall be fitted with refrigerator containers or cases of which the interior shall be made in resistant, smooth, non corrosive materials, easy to clean and disinfect. The refrigerated containers or cases of such vehicles shall make possible the draining of water from the melting ice used for the
conditioning of the transported fish. The refrigerated containers or cases of such vehicles shall make it possible to keep the inside temperature constant and equivalent to that of melting ice. The ice shall be made in clean water.The loading of fish with ice shall be done in such a way that the fish reaches quickly the temperature of 0-3°C.Loading shall be done quickly to avoid fish contamination and warming. There shall be no direct contact between the personnel and the ice. After unloading, the vehicles shall be washed with clean water and disinfected. The refrigerated containers in which the fish and ice are loaded shall be washed with clean
water. - Reference of the measure
- Art 11 and 13
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 03 Fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates Yes Living and non living fish - Description
- Living and non living fish
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 Rwanda on the entire world for 2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included. and 2936: Provitamins and vitamins, natural or reproduced by synthesis (including natural concentrates), derivatives thereof used primarily as vitamins, and intermixtures of the foregoing, whether or not in any solvent.
The measure came into effect on 20 October 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 October 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Presidential Order N° 67/01 Of 20/10/2009 Establishing Food Supplements Regulation
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Presidential Order N° 67/01 Of 20/10/2009 Establishing Food Supplements Regulation
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Rwanda
- The rationale of the measure
- This order concerns food supplements marketed as dietary foodstuffs and presented as such.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Food supplements should be stored complying with good practices of their storage.
- Reference of the measure
- Art 11
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included. Yes Food supplements 2936 Provitamins and vitamins, natural or reproduced by synthesis (including natural concentrates), derivatives thereof used primarily as vitamins, and intermixtures of the foregoing, whether or not in any solvent. Yes Food supplements - Description
- Food supplements
A food supplement is a product that:
is intended to supplement the diet that bears or contains one or more of the following dietary ingredients: vitamins; minerals; amino acids; a herb or other botanical product, a dietary substance for use by humans to supplement the diet by increasing the total daily intake, or a concentrate, metabolite, constituent, extract, or
combinations of these ingredients;
is intended to be taken orally in the form of tablet, capsule, powder, soft gel, gel cap, granules or liquid;
is not represented for use as a conventional food or as a sole item of a meal or the diet;
is labelled as dietary supplement
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 Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 01 January 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 January 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE ZANZIBAR FOOD, DRUGS AND COSMETIC ACT NO. 2 OF 2006 MILK REGULATIONS (Made Under Section 38(1))
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Milk Regulations 2011
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 21. Milk stored at a milk depot, or offered for use or sold or offered for sale for human consumption, shall be stored at a temperature of 10° Celsius or less and the milk, as well as the container shall be protected from contamination.
- Reference of the measure
- Part III Para 21
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 11 Dairy products No - Description
- Milk and Milk products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 January 2011 - Description
- All countries
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 January 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVII No. 5 of JANUARY 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US 1548:2013, Raw goat milk – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies quality requirements, contaminants, hygiene, packaging,methods of sampling and test, storage and transportation for raw goat milk.
- Reference of the measure
- US 1548:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- raw goat milk.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Uganda on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 10 November 1959
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 10 November 1959
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs Act CAP 278
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Food and Drugs ( FoodFortification) Regulations , 2005
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- b. ensure that fortificants and fortification mixes are stored under the appropriate conditions to prevent loss of their potency;
c. ensure that strict stock rotation procedures are adhered to in order to prevent old stock losing potency and to comply with the shelf life expiry date. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5 (2) b, c
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Fortificants and fortification mixes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Uganda on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 01 January 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 January 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instruments No. 26 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The Dairy (Marketing and Processing of milk and milk products) Regulations , 2003.
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Certificate of registration for*
Processing/Marketing/Storage/Transportation/Import/Export of milk or milk products or dairy equipment or starter cultures - Reference of the measure
- Fifth Schedule
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Milk or milk products or dairy equipment or starter cultures
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Uganda on the entire world for 2917.34.00: -- Other esters of orthophthalic acid
The measure came into effect on 12 March 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 March 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Guidelines for conduct of Ectoparasiticide Trials
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- National Drug Policy and Authority, Act Cap 206
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- The rationale of the measure
- To ensure safety of the product
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- 10. Importation and release of ectoparasiticide trial products
10.1 The shipping of an investigational product shall be conducted according to instructions given by or on behalf of the Sponsor in the shipping order.
10.2 A pre-clearance inspection shall be carried out at the port of entry by the Authority.
10.3 The pre-clearance inspection shall include the shipping documentation and overall physical condition of the consignment as in schedule 5 of this guideline.
10.4 If specific storage conditions are essential to ensure the quality of the product, a device that will confirm that storage temperatures are not exceeded during transport shall be included with the shipment.
10.5 Any person who supplies false or misleading information in connection with his/ her application for a trial product import permit commits an offence under section 60 of the National Drug Policy and Authority Act - Reference of the measure
- Part II section 10.4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2917.34.00 -- Other esters of orthophthalic acid Yes ectoparasiticides - Description
- ectoparasiticide trial products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 12 March 2013 - Description
- All countries
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Applied by Uganda on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 14 March 2008
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 14 March 2008
- Publication where the measure is specified
- STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS SUPPLEMENT No. 8 to The Uganda Gazette No. 15 Volume CI dated 14th March, 2008.
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The Fish (Quality Assurance) Rules, 2008(Under section 35 of the Fish Act, Cap 197).
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 9. Conditions for placing on the market.
(1)Placing on the market of fish caught in its natural environment shall be subject to the following conditions—
(a)the fish must have—
(i)been caught and landed in less than eight hours, or
(ii)kept alive;
(iii)stored in ice or at temperatures of melting ice (0°C) in appropriate containers;
(iv)transferred to another vessel with ice storage capability in less than eight hours, whilst being kept cool and protected from the sun and contamination, and brought to the landing site in accordance, the Uganda Code of Practice for Production and Marketing of Chilled (Fresh) and frozen fish and fish products;
(b)been transported at temperatures of melting ice (0°C) from the landing site to establishments or markets in accordance with the Uganda Code of Practice for Production and Marketing of Chilled (Fresh) and Frozen Fish and Fish Products;
(c)been handled, and where appropriate, packaged, prepared, processed, frozen, defrosted and stored, hygienically in an approved establishment;
(d)undergone health and sanitary checks in accordance with the relevant National Standard; and
(e)been appropriately packaged, stored, and transported under sanitary conditions meeting the requirements of the third and fourth schedules.
(2)Fish to be placed on the market alive shall at all times be kept under conditions that ensure fish welfare and survival satisfactory to a fish inspector - Reference of the measure
- Part II para 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 16 Fish products and fresh or chilled fish No 14 March 2008 - Description
- Fish and Fish products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 14 March 2008 - 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. 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
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- 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
- 9.3 Transport and storage of empty containers
Containers and lids or closures from manufacturers shall be delivered covered by wrapping material or in covers and shall be transported and stored under protection against risk of contamination, damaging and the weather. The storage area shall be kept clean and shall be insect-, bird- and rodent-proof. Containers and lids or closures shall be stored in a dry store, protected against wind, rain or vapour from the sea and away from steam, humidity, condensation or sudden temperature variations. The storage area shall be used solely for the storage of empty containers and lids.
The stacking of pallets with empty cans shall be such that the cans shall be not damaged. Empty cans or pallets with empty cans shall be not stepped on.
9.11 Storage of the end product
9.1 1 .I General
The end product storage areas shall be used solely for the intended purpose. All containers of the same production code or batch code or sub code, where applibles, shall be stored together and not be mixed with containers of other production days' bodes. Each stack or pallet with containers shall be identified with the code appearing on the containers and with their inspection status. Any production lots in which defects or a deviation from process requirements
were detected, shall be identified as such and be stored separately from other production lots. Any non-conforming production lots, shall be identified as such and stored in an area physically separated from the rest of the end product stock.
9.1 1.2 Products not requiring refrigeration
Canned products not requiring refrigeration shall, both before and after labelling and packaging for commercial distribution, be stored orderly in dry conditions, protected against steam, condensate, moisture, dust and the weather. Canned products shall not be stored under conditions that are conducive t'o corrosion of the containers or be exposed to extreme temperatures.
The final product shall be stacked in such a way that container damage shall not occur due to pressure from excessive mass of pallets with containers stacked above. Workers shall not be allowed to step on containers or on pallets with containers. Precautions shall be exercised to avoid container damaging in particular with fork-lift truck handling. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 9.3 and 9.11
- 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 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans - Description
- Canned Fish, Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1602: Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood.
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- 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
- 4.2.7 Storage facilities for packing and packaging materials
Containers, closures, cartons, and labels for the packing and packaging of the product shall be stored in clean, dustproof, vermin-proof, dry storerooms reserved for the purpose. Precautions shall be exercised that containers and closures are not exposed to environmental elements or excessive steam or moisture during storage. Packing and packaging materials shall be stored at a height of at least 250 mm above floor level and away from the walls.
4.2.22 Storage facilities for end products
End products awaiting dispatch shall be stacked in well ventilated, acceptably dust-free, dry and clean rooms. The storage area for end products shall be physically separated from areas where steam is generated. The design and location of the storage area shall be such that the end product shall be protected against elements of the environment or any other condition that could adversely affect the product
8.3 Transportation and storage of empty containers
Containers and lids or closures shall be delivered from the manufacturer wrapped or in covers and shall be transported and stored under protection against risk of contamination, damaging and the weather. The storage area shall be kept clean and shall be insect, bird and rodent proof. Containers and lids or closures shall be stored in a dry store, protected against wind, rain or vapour from the sea and away from steam, humidity, condensation or sudden temperature variations. The storage area shall be used solely for the storage of empty containers and lids.
The stacking of pallets with empty cans shall be such that the cans shall not be damaged. Empty cans or pallets with empty cans shall not be stepped on.
8.5 Distribution and handling of containers
Containers shall not be exposed to contamination or damaging to their bodies, seams or flanges while distributed, on runways or feeding lines. Containers shall be removed from the runways or feeding lines at the end of production unless the containers are adequately covered and protected against risks of contamination and damage.
9.5 Storage of the end product (see 4.2.22)
The end product storage areas shall be used solely for the intended purpose. The end product shall be stacked away from the floors and walls.
All containers of the same production code or batch code shall be stored together and not be mixed with containers of other production.day's codes. Each stack or pallet with containers shall be identified with the code appearing on the containers and with their inspection status. Any production lots in which defects or a deviation were detected, shall be identified as such and shall be stored separately from other production lots. Any non-conforming production lots shall be identified as such and stored in an area physically separated from the rest of the end product stock.
9.5.2 Products not requiring refrigeration
Canned products not requiring refrigeration shall, both before and after labelling and packaging for commercial distribution, be stored in an orderly manner, in dry conditions, protected against steam, condensate, moisture, dust and the weather. Canned products shall not be stored under conditions that are conducive to corrosion of the containers or be exposed to temperature extremes.
The final product shall be stacked in such a way that container damage shall not occur due to pressure from the excessive mass of pallets with containers stacked above. Workers shall not be allowed to step on containers or on pallets with containers. Precautions shall be exercised to avoid container damaging in particular, with fork-lift truck handling.
9.5.3 Products requiring refrigeration
Where products are required to be stored under refrigeration, the storage temperature shall not exceed 4 °C (see 12.2.1(e). Refrigeration rooms shall be clean and shall be hygienically maintained. The product shall be protected against risks of corrosion. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 4.2.7 ; 4.2.22; 8.3; 8.5 and 9.5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1602 Other prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood. Yes Canned meats 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 for 02: Meat and edible meat offal
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 5.2 Condition of ingredients
All ingredients shall be clean and sound and in every way fit for human consumption. The temperature of prepared cold meat and cold product emulsions of mixtures that are awaiting processing shall not be more than 7
°C. The transportation of ingredients shall take place under hygienic conditions. The transportation of meat shall be executed in accordance with the requirements of the Abattoir Hygiene Act, 1992 (Act 121 of 1992) (as amended from time to time). - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5.2
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 02 Meat and edible meat offal No - Description
- Ingredients for canned meat products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
- Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2309.90.92: --- Other
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- 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
- 3.2.12 Storage facilities for edible raw materials
3.2.12.1 Holding tanks for fish, molluscs and crustaceans shall be constructed of material that is
durable, water-impermeable, resistant to flaking or poverising and capable of withstanding repeated
cleaning and disinfection.
Water or ice water used for storage of the raw product shall not be recirculated for the purpose of
repeated use without adequate treatment to maintain its purity. Provision shall be made for drainage
of the tanks without contaminating the product.
3.2.12.2 Edible materials shall be stored in a clean, tidy, dust free, insect, vermin and bird proof
areas, away from the wall and floor surfaces and protected against any source of contamination and
separated from the processing areas. Materials not used in contact with the product shall not be
stored in the same rooms where edible or packing materials are stored.
3.2.12.3 Edible raw materials requiring storage under cool, chilled or frozen conditions shall be
stored under such conditions.
3.2.12.4 Edible material supplied by the manufacturer in containers or in packages shall be stored
in closed containers or packages. Opened containers or packages with partly used ingredients shall
be re-sealed or transferred to closed containers for further storage and shall be properly identified.
3.2.12.5 Edible dry ingredients and other ingredients in containers or packages such as tomato
paste shall be stored under dry conditions. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.12
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2309.90.92 --- Other Yes Edible raw materials for fish, molluscs and crustaceans - Description
- Edible raw materials for fish, molluscs and crustaceans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- 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
- 3.2.14 Storage facilities for packing and packaging materials
Containers, closures, cartons, and labels for the packing and packaging of the product shall be stored in clean, dustproof, vermin-proof, dry store-rooms reserved for the purpose. Precautions shall be exercised that containers and closures are not exposed to dust and other environmental elements or excessive steam or moisture during storage. Packing and packaging materials shall be stored at a height of at least 250 mm above floor level and away from the walls. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3.2.14
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 15 Fishery products No - Description
- Packing and packaging materials fish, molluscs and crustaceans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 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
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- 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
- his 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
- 3.2.17 Storage facilities for finished products
Finished products awaiting dispatch shall be stacked away from the floors and walls in ventilated, dust-free, dry and clean rooms. The storage area for finished products shall be physically separated from areas where steam is generated. The storage area shall be such that the finished products are protected against environmental elements or any other condition that may adversely affect the
product. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3.2.17
- 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 1605 Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved. Yes Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans - Description
- Canned Fish, canned marine molluscs and canned crustaceans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 02: Meat and edible meat offal
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 5.3 Meat and offal
Meat and edible offal shall have been inspected and passed as fit for human consumption in accordance with the statutory provisions governing animal slaughtering, meat hygiene and meat inspection. The use of frozen meat and edible offal is allowed, provided that they have been frozen and stored under acceptable conditions and show no evidence of rancidity or discolouration and have been defrosted in a way that does not adversely affect quality. Only chilled carcasses in which rigor mortis has occurred fully or carcasses that have been frozen and thawed may be deboned for processing, unless hot deboning is used. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5.3 paragraph 1
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 13 Meat products and Fresh or chilled meat Yes Meat and offals used in canned products - Description
- Meat and offals used in canned 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 2308: Vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues and by-products, whether or not in the form of pellets, of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included. and 2309: Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding.
The measure came into effect on 10 September 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 10 September 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33519 of 10 September 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act: Regulations: Farm Feeds: Correction
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- Health of animals
- Coded list of objectives
- B: Protection of life and health of animals
- Description of the measure
- Substitution of Regulation 27
16. The Regulations are hereby amended by the substitution of regulation 27 by the
following regulation;
27. (14) All vehicles or warehouses used for the transportation or storage of raw materials
(including packaging), intermediates/semi-processed products and finished product, shall be
suitable for the intended purpose, and be maintained in good repair and in a Hygienic condition,
such that-
(j) vehicles and reusable containers and all reusable items of equipment or
appliances that come into contact with animal by products or processed
products, shall be: cleaned, washed and disinfected after each use;
maintained in a clean condition; and cleaned and dried before use;
(k) re-usable containers shall be dedicated to the carriage of a particular
product in order to avoid cross contamination;
(I) unprocessed animal by-products that are fit for human consumption
destined for the production of feed material or pet food shall be
transported chilled or frozen, unless processed within 24 hours of the
time at which it was generated; and
(rn) Packaging material shall be incinerated or disposed of in accordance
with relevant legislation (s).
27. (15) Storage segregation procedures shall be in place to prevent the cross contamination
of finished products, packaging and raw materials, such that-
(a) processed feed and packaging material shall be separated from
unprocessed feed materials and additives, in order to avoid any cross contamination
of the processed feed or of the packaging material.
27. (16) Procedures shall be in place to ensure that materials and products are used in
the correct order and within the allocated shelf life, such that -
(a) receipt documents and/or product labeling shall facilitate correct stock rotation
(F.I.F.O. - first in first out). - Reference of the measure
- Article 16
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2308 Vegetable materials and vegetable waste, vegetable residues and by-products, whether or not in the form of pellets, of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included. No 2309 Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding. No - Description
- Animal feeds
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- Entire world
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 09 September 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 September 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Notice R. 790 (Government Gazette 26530) Of 9 July 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing And Treatment Of Canned Fish, Canned Marine Molluscs And Canned Crustaceans
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- This specification covers the manufacture, production, processing, and treatment of canned fish, canned fish products, canned marine molluscs, canned marine mollusc products, canned crustaceans and canned crustacean products.
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 4.2 Condition of ingredients
All fish, marine molluscs, crustaceans and other ingredients for canning, whether fresh, chilled, frozen, canned or otherwise preserved shall be in compliance with 4.1. All fish, marine molluscs and crustaceans shall be alive on harvesting. The raw materials shall only be transported under protection.
An incoming inspection on the quality of the raw materials and ingredients shall be conducted on receipt and records shall be kept of the findings and time of reception.
lngredients are to be inspected on arrival at the factory to ensure that they are correct as ordered, properly packaged and identified through labelling, of the correct quality or grade and uncontaminated. lngredients are to be stored hygienically and in such a manner so as to protect quality and integrity. Where ingredients are made up for use in processing areas, they shall be protected and identified. Only ingredients made up for the daily use shall be stored in processing areas and then in such a manner that they cannot be contaminated. They shall be kept hygienically at a safe distance from the floor. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4.2 Paragraphs 1 and 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 15 Fishery products No - Description
- Ingredients used in the production of fish, marine molluscs or crustaceans or products of these or any combination
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 08 August 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A64: Storage and transport conditions
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 August 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Published under Government Notice No. R.918 of 30 July 1999 As corrected by: Government Notice No. R. 723 of 12 July 2002 As amended by: Government Notice No. R.1125 of 8 August 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- REGULATIONS GOVERNING GENERAL HYGIENE REQUIREMENTS FOR FOOD PREMIS ES AND THE TRANS PORT OF FOOD: The Health Act, 1977 (Act No. 63 of 1977)
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Prohibition on the handling and transportation of food
4.(1) No person shall handle food in a manner contrary to the provisions of these regulations.
(2) If an inspector following an inspection of food premises or a facility is of the opinion –
(a) that such food premises or facility –
(i) are or is in such a condition or used in such a manner; or
(ii) do or does not comply with these regulations to the extent;
(b) that a particular activity with regard to the handling of food takes place in such a manner; or
(c) that such circumstances exist with regard to the food premises or facility or any other activity, that they or it constitute a health hazard and that the continued use of the food premises or facility or the activity should be prohibited, the local authority may summarily prohibit the use of the food premises or facility for the handling of food or any of the activities that relate to the handling of food, by serving a written notice in terms of section 52 of the Act on the person in charge or, if he or she is not available, his or her representative informing such person of the prohibition.
(3) A notice referred to in sub regulation (2) shall contain at least the following particulars:
(a)The reason(s) for the prohibition;
(b) a statement that the prohibition will in writing be removed by a local authority as soon as the reason(s) for the prohibition has (have) been removed and provided the inspector is satisfied that the reason(s) for the prohibition is (are) not likely to recur.
(4)(a)A prohibition shall come into operation from the time at and the date on which a notice is served under sub regulation (2).
(b) No person shall perform any act that is contrary to such prohibition.
(5) An inspector shall, within 72 working days hours of receiving a request for the removal of a prohibition, carry out an investigation of the food premises, facility, activity or circumstance which gave rise to the prohibition and the local authority
shall upon completion of such investigation in writing inform the person on whom the prohibition notice was served or, if he or she is not available, any other person representing such person that the prohibition has been removed or remains, as the case may be.
(6)A local authority may levy an inspection fee equivalent to the expenses incurred by the local authority for carry ingot the inspection on the person in charge for each investigation carried out by an inspector in terms of sub regulation (5).
standards and requirements for the transport of food
13. (1)No person shall transport food including the products referred to in regulation 14 on or in any part of a vehicle -
(a) unless that part is clean and has been cleaned to such an extent that chemical, physical or microbiological contamination of the food is prevented;
(b) together with -
(i) contaminated food or waste food;
(ii) poison or any harmful substance;
(iii) a live animal; or
(iv) any object that may contaminate or spoil the food.
(2) Subject to sub regulations (1) and (4), the freight compartment of a vehicle that is used for the transportation of food that is not packed or wrapped in liquid proof and dustproof sealed containers -
(a) shall have an interior surface made of an easy -to-clean and smooth,
rust-free, non-toxic and non-absorbent material without open joints or seams and, before food is loaded into such freight compartment, no square centimeter of the said surface shall upon analysis as referred to in
regulation 6(4) contain more than 100 viable micro-organisms;
(b) shall be dustproof;
(c) shall not be used simultaneously for the transport of any person or any other item that may contaminate the food.
(3) Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary contained in this regulation, no non-p repacked food shall be -
(a) transported in such a manner that it comes into contact with the floor of a vehicle or the floor covering thereof or a surface thereof that can be walked on or with anything else that could pollute the food; or
(b) transported or carried in such a manner that the food could be spoiled or contaminated in any way.
(4) Sub regulations (2) and (3) (a) shall not apply to the transport of venison, fish, molluscs or crustaceans between the food premises and the place where the animals are hunted or the place where the fish, molluscs or crustaceans are caught or harvested: Provided that such transport shall be by the best available method and within a suitable time limit for transport as required by circumstances.
(5) No person shall transport food in bulk and semi-packed food in contravention of the provisions of the Codex Code of Hygienic Practice for the Transport of Food in Bulk and Semi-Packed Food (CAC.RCP 47-2001).
Provisions concerning unprocessed products
14. Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary contained in these regulations, an
inspector shall, if he or she is of the opinion that conditions prevail that constitute a health hazard with regard to the packing, storage, display, sale or transport of fresh, raw and unprocessed fruit and vegetables and unprocessed maize, wheat, rye, unshelled peanuts, sugar cane, sunflower seed or other unprocessed agricultural crops, or with regard to the handling of food referred to in regulation 15(5)(a) -
(a) subject to regulations made in terms of section 35 of the Act relating to inspections and investigations in respect of the handling of food, order that any condition that led to or could lead to such or any other health hazard be corrected or that any provision of these regulations be complied with; or
(b) prohibit the continued use of the facility or food premises for the packing, storage, display, sale or transport of any of the said products, and the provisions of regulation 4(2) to (5) shall mutatis mutandis apply to such
prohibition.
14A. No person shall handle bottled/packaged drinking water (other than natural mineral water) in contravention of the provisions of the Codex Code of Hygienic Practice for Bottled/Packaged Drinking Waters (Other than Natural Mineral Waters) (CAC/RCP 48-
2001) - Reference of the measure
- Section 4 (1&2)& Section 13-14A
- 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
- Food
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 08 August 2003 - Description
- All countries
A64: Storage and transport conditions
