Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B33: Packaging requirements
Date when the measure came into force: 12 April 2013
Publication where the measure is specified: Uganda Gazette Vol. CV No. 17 of 12th April 2013
Regulation where the measure is specified: US EAS 771:2012, Fresh sweet potato — Specification
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard specifies quality requirements, contaminants, hygiene, packaging, labelling, methods of sampling and test for fresh sweetpotatoes [Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.] to be supplied fresh and either packaged or sold loose for human consumption.
Reference of the measure: US EAS 771:2012,
Measure also domestic: Yes

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