Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: A22: Restricted use of certain substances in foods and feeds and their contact materials
Date when the measure came into force: 09 September 2004
Publication where the measure is specified: Government Notice R. 791 (Government Gazette 26531) of 9 July 2004
Regulation where the measure is specified: Compulsory Specification For The Manufacture, Production, Processing and Treatment of Canned Meat Products
Country/Region applying the measure: South Africa
The rationale of the measure: This specification specifies requirements for the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned meat products intended for human consumption
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: 5.15 Phosphates
Phosphates shall be suitable for use in meat products.
Reference of the measure: Regulation 5.15
Measure also domestic: Yes

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
2835.2	- Phosphates :	Yes	used in canned meat products

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world

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