Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
Date when the measure came into force: 21 April 2015
Publication where the measure is specified: UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
Regulation where the measure is specified: US CODEX STAN 131:1981, Standard for unshelled pistachio nuts
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard applies to unshelled pistachios from varieties of Pistacia vera L. either in natural or in processed condition and which are offered for direct consumption. It also covers unshelled pistachios which are packed in bulk containers and which are intended for repacking in consumer size containers.
Reference of the measure: US CODEX STAN 131:1981
Measure also domestic: Yes

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