Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements 
Date when the measure came into force
04 March 2014 
Publication where the measure is specified
TZS 895: 2014 
Regulation where the measure is specified
TZS 895: 2014 Textiles — Specification for nylon stretch socks 
Country/Region applying the measure
Tanzania 
The rationale of the measure
This Tanzania Standard is issued so as to help manufacturers of knitted nylon socks to come up with products of defined quality. Nylon socks are generally made on power driven machines, and this Tanzania Standard covers the requirements of these types of socks only. 
Description of the measure
This measure prescribes the requirements for seamless socks, knitted in plain, rib or fancy stitches from multifilament stretched nylon yarns. 
Reference of the measure
Clause 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 
Measure also domestic
Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
6115.96 Full-length or knee-length stockings, socks and other hosiery, incl. footwear without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excl. graduated compression hosiery, pantyhose and tights, women's full-length or knee-length stockings, measur Yes Nylon stretch socks    
Description
Nylon stretch socks 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world