Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

A33: Packaging requirements 

Date when the measure came into force

22 March 1974 

Publication where the measure is specified

Government Notice No. 474 of 22 March 1974 

Regulation where the measure is specified

Compulsory Specification for Smoked snoek 

Country/Region applying the measure

South Africa 

The rationale of the measure

This specification covers the manufacture, production, processing. or treatment of the cooked product,
smoked snoek (Thyrsites atun). 

Description of the measure

6.1 Packing under hygienic conditions.
The product shall be prepared and packed into containers under conditions which ensure freedom from contamination. No material that imparts a flavour or an odour to the product or in any way causes discoloration, deterioration or contamination of the product shall be used as the immediate container for smoked snoek.
6.2 Packaging
The product shall be packed in effective outer containers made of wood fibreboard, or similar acceptable material. Wooden containers shall be made of clean, dry wood showing no evidence of mould. The containers shall be clean, neat and unbroken and free from odour. Containers shall be lined with grease-proof paper, cellulose film, or non-toxic, inert plastic film. 

Reference of the measure

Regulation 6 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

Snoek intended for smoking or in the course of preparation for smoking or in the course of being smoked or after having been smoked, as indicated by the context. 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Description

All countries