Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B4: Production or Post-Production requirements
Date when the measure came into force: 15 December 2015
Publication where the measure is specified: The Uganda Gazette 22 January 2016: General Notice No. 45 of 2016
Regulation where the measure is specified: US ISO 14313:2007, Petroleum and natural gas industries — Pipeline transportation systems — Pipeline valves
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard specifies requirements and provides recommendations for the design, manufacturing, testing and documentation of ball, check, gate and plug valves for application in pipeline systems meeting the requirements of US ISO 13623 for the petroleum and natural gas industries. This standard is not applicable to subsea pipeline valves, as they are covered by a separate International Standard (ISO 14723). This standard is not applicable to valves for pressure ratings exceeding PN 420.
Reference of the measure: US ISO 14313:2007
Measure also domestic: Yes

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