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 60335-2-7: 2012, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-7: Particular requirements for washing machines (2nd Edition)
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard deals with the safety of electric washing machines for household and similar use, that are intended for washing clothes and textiles, their rated voltage being not being more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. This standard also deals with the safety of electric washing machines for household and similar use employing an electrolyte instead of a detergent. It also highlights marking requirements.
Reference of the measure: US IEC 60335-2-7: 2012
Measure also domestic: Yes

Description: electric washing machines for household and similar use, that are intended for washing clothes and textiles, their rated voltage being not being more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances.

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