Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B32: Marking 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 60335-2-21: 2009, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-21: Particular requirements for storage water heaters (2nd Edition)
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard deals with the safety of storage water heaters for household and similar purposes and intended for heating water below boiling temperature, their rated voltage being not being more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home.It also highlights marking requirements.
Reference of the measure: US IEC 60335-2-21: 2009
Measure also domestic: Yes

Description: storage water heaters for household and similar purposes and intended for heating water below boiling temperature, their rated voltage being not being more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances.

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