Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification
B89: Conformity assessment related to TBT n.e.s. 
Date when the measure came into force
03 August 2012 
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Gazette No.34983, 3 February 2012 
Regulation where the measure is specified
Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Cord Sets, Interconnection Cord Sets And Cord Extension Sets (VC 8029) 
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa 
The rationale of the measure
1.1 This compulsory specification covers the requirements for cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets with a rated current not exceeding 16 A and a rated single-phase voltage not exceeding
250 V a.c., intended for household and similar general purpose equipment.
1.2 This compulsory specification does not apply to cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets for industrial purposes (incorporating plugs, connectors and socket-outlets in accordance with SANS 60309). 
Description of the measure
3.5 The applicant shall inform the NRCS of any change in design or materials affecting any mandatory requirement in terms of this compulsory specification. In the event of such change/s the NRCS may, at its discretion, demand that the applicant submit a new application for approval.
3.6 The applicant shall, on request, provide the NRCS, within five working days, with satisfactory proof of approval in respect of any cord set, interconnection cord set, and/or cord extension set included in the scope of this compulsory specification. 
Reference of the measure
Regulations 3.5 and 3.6 
Measure also domestic
Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
8544 Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable (including coaxial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fibre cables, made up of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with Yes Cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets with a rated current not exceeding 16 A and a rated single-phase voltage not exceeding 250 V a.c    
Description
Cord sets, interconnection cord sets and cord extension sets with a rated current not exceeding 16 A and a rated single-phase voltage not exceeding 250 V a.c., intended for household and similar general purpose equipment. 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world    
Description
All countries