Non-Tariff Barriers

Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification

B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements 

Date when the measure came into force

07 May 2013 

Publication where the measure is specified

TZS 1597: 2013 

Regulation where the measure is specified

TZS 1597: 2013 Caciotta cheese — Specification 

Country/Region applying the measure

Tanzania 

The rationale of the measure

Caciotta cheese is a type of cheese made from sheep’s, goat’s or cow's milk. It has a semi-soft texture with a creamy firm consistency, providing a flavor that ranges from mild to tangy as it ages. It can be consumed fresh or after a period of maturation (about 1 month).
The objective of this measure was to ensure the safety and quality of Caciotta cheese being produced and or marketed in Tanzania. 

Coded list of objectives

A: Protection of human life and health 

Description of the measure

This measure specifies requirements, methods of testing, hygiene, packaging, labelling, marking and sampling for Caciotta cheese intended for direct consumption or for further processing. 

Reference of the measure

Clause 3,and 4 

Measure also domestic

Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Description

Caciotta cheese 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.