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 ISO 4642-2:2009, Rubber and plastics hoses, non-collapsible, for fire-fighting service — Part 2: Semi-rigid hoses (and hose assemblies) for pumps and vehicles
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements for semi-rigid reel hoses for use on fire-fighting vehicles and trailer pumps. The hoses are intended for use at a maximum working pressure of 1,5 MPa for normal pressure hoses (category I) and 4,0 MPa for high pressure hoses (category II). The hoses are further subdivided into types and classes (see Clause 4). This part of US ISO 4642 applies to delivery hoses for fire-fighting purposes intended for use at a minimum ambient temperature of −20 °C.
Reference of the measure: US ISO 4642-2:2009
Measure also domestic: Yes

Description: Rubber and plastics hoses, non-collapsible, for fire-fighting service

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