Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: A33: Packaging 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: Packing and sorting requirements
30(2) (a) Parsnips are packed and sorted according to diameter.
(b) The minimum diameter for Class 1 parsnips is 15 mm.
(c) The roots of miniature parsnips shall not be wider than 8 mm diameter at the cutting edge.
(d) Miniature parsnips shall have a maximum diameter of 35 mm measure at the crown.
Permissible deviations with regard to packing and sorting requirements
(4) Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 parsnips may deviate from the packing and sorting requirements set out in regulation 2, with 10%, 15% and 25% respectively by number.
Reference of the measure: Regulation 30 (2) and (4)
Measure also domestic: Yes

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
0706.90	- Other	Yes	Parsnip

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