Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

A22: Restricted use of certain substances in foods and feeds and their contact materials 

Date when the measure came into force

13 March 1975 

Publication where the measure is specified

Rhodesia Government Notice No. 838 of 1974 

Country/Region applying the measure

Zimbabwe 

The rationale of the measure

These regulations shall apply to sugar and allied products which are sold or manufactured for sale in Zimbabwe. 

Coded list of objectives

X: For purposes n.e.s. 

Description of the measure

(3) Confectionery shall be the product made from made from sugar and, additionally or alternatively, dextrose or other sweetening substances used for food, with or without permitted colouring ingredients, harmless flavouring substances, emulsifiers, thickening substances and other harmless food substances such as butter, wholesome edible fats, egg solids, milk solids, chocolate, nuts and fruits, but shall not contain any harmful ingredients. 

Reference of the measure

Art5(7)(3) 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

Confectionery ie product made from made from sugar and, additionally or alternatively, dextrose or other sweetening substances used for food

But exclude cakes, biscuits or any other product the principal ingredient of which is wheat or maize flour; 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Description

All countries