Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B14: Authorization requirements for importing certain products
Date when the measure came into force: 24 November 2003
Publication where the measure is specified: Radiation Protection Act 2003
Regulation where the measure is specified: Radiation Protection Act 2003
Country/Region applying the measure: Mauritius
The rationale of the measure: Protection against the risks associated with exposure to ionizing radiation
Coded list of objectives: A: Protection of human life and health and B: Protection of life and health of animals
Description of the measure: 11. Application for authorisation
(2) No person shall –
(a) import any radioactive material, radioactive substance or source;
(b) administer any radioactive substance to any person for purposes of diagnosis, treatment or research; or
(c) add radioactive substances in the production and manufacture of foodstuffs, medicinal products, cosmetics and products for household use,
unless he holds a permit delivered by the Authority.
Reference of the measure: Sub-article 11(2)
Measure also domestic: Yes

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
PG: 33	Radioactive substances	No

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world

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