Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

A31: Labelling requirements 

Date when the measure came into force

24 May 2013 

Publication where the measure is specified

Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013 

Regulation where the measure is specified

Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa 

Country/Region applying the measure

South Africa 

Coded list of objectives

X: For purposes n.e.s. 

Description of the measure

Marking requirements
3 (13) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 Lowest Class aubergines are packed, shall be marked with ;
(a) the size, where applicable, expressed as either minimum and maximum diameter, or minimum and maximum mass; and
(b) the expression "mini aubergines" or "baby aubergines" or other appropriate term for miniature produce, where applicable: Provided that where several types of miniature produce are mixed in the same package, all products shall be mentioned. 

Reference of the measure

Regulation 3(13) of Part II 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

Aubergines (eggplant) 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Description

All countries