Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

B42: TBT regulations on transport and storage 

Date when the measure came into force

14 July 1999 

Publication where the measure is specified

Government Notice R529 (Government Gazette 19999) Of 14 May 1999 

Regulation where the measure is specified

Compulsory Specification For Disinfectants And Detergent-Disinfectants 

Country/Region applying the measure

South Africa 

The rationale of the measure

This specification covers requirements for disinfectants and detergent-disinfectants intended for use on inanimate surfaces. 

Coded list of objectives

X: For purposes n.e.s. 

Description of the measure

3.2.6 Storage facilities for packaging materials
Containers, closures, cartons and labels for the packing and packaging of the disinfectant of detergent- disinfectant shall be stored in clean, reasonably dustproof, dry storage facilities.
3.2.7 Storage facilities for finished disinfectants or detergent-disinfectants
Finished disinfectants or detergent-disinfectants awaiting dispatch shall be stacked, but not direct upon the floor, in well-ventilated storage facilities. A separate quarantine area shall be provided for the storage of rejected materials. 

Reference of the measure

Regulation 3.2.6 and 3.2.7 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

disinfectants and detergent-disinfectants intended for use on inanimate surfaces. 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Description

All countries