Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B2: Tolerance limits for residues and restricted use of substances
Date when the measure came into force: 05 February 2016
Publication where the measure is specified: Management and Control of Bags Referenced in the decree 16/2015
Regulation where the measure is specified: Regulation on the management and contro the plastic bag
Country/Region applying the measure: Mozambique
Description of the measure: Production and import of plastic bag must comply with Mozambican Standard, NM 596
Reference of the measure: NM 596
4. Requirements (all) example: 4.1 Material; 4.2 Visual appearance; Table 1 - Maximum tolerance for visual defects; Table 2 - Dimensions and tolerances; 4.9 thickness.

Decree 16/2015
Article 4 (prohibitions); Article 5 (Production, use and trade) and Article 7 (penalties).
Measure also domestic: Yes

Reporting, Monitoring and Eliminating Mechanism