Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
Date when the measure came into force: 25 October 2013
Publication where the measure is specified: Uganda Gazette Vol. CV No. 54 of 25th October 2013
Regulation where the measure is specified: US IEC 60335-2-3: 2012, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-3: Particular requirements for electric irons (2nd Edition)
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard deals with the safety of electric dry irons and steam irons, including those with a separate water reservoir or boiler having a capacity not exceeding 5 L, for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Appliances not intended for normal household use, but which nevertheless may be a source of danger to the public, such as appliances intended to be used by laymen in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard. it also highlights marking requirements.
Reference of the measure: US IEC 60335-2-3: 2012
Measure also domestic: Yes

Description: electric dry irons and steam irons, including those with a separate water reservoir or boiler having a capacity not exceeding 5 L, for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V.

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