Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

B89: Conformity assessment related to TBT n.e.s. 

Date when the measure came into force

08 October 2013 

Publication where the measure is specified

Government Notice No. R. 552 (Government Gazette No. 36725) Of 8 August 2013 

Regulation where the measure is specified

Amendment of the Compulsory Specification For Non-Pressure Paraffin Stoves And Heaters -VC 9089 

Country/Region applying the measure

South Africa 

The rationale of the measure

This compulsory specification covers the requirements for the construction, operation and safe use of non-pressure paraffin stoves and heaters primarily intended for domestic use with a gauge pressure close to the burner < 2 kPa. gauge and with a maximum heat rating of 4,5 kW for a single burner. 

Description of the measure

3.4 The applicant shall inform the NRCS of any change(s) in the design, appliance type, and controls of conformity of production, packaging or construction materials, instruction or markings of an approved appliance type affecting any mandatory requirements of this compulsory specification. In the event of such change(s) the NRCS may, at its
discretion, demand the submission of new evidence of conformity or a new application for approval. 

Reference of the measure

Regulation 3.4 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

A category of a non-pressure paraffin stove or heater that is similar in essential characteristics such as design,
materials, manufacturing processes or methods of assembly. 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Description

All countries