Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: A31: Labelling requirements
Date when the measure came into force: 27 January 2014
Publication where the measure is specified: THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVII No. 5 of JANUARY 2014
Regulation where the measure is specified: US EAS 301:2013, Edible palm oil – Specification
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard specifies quality requirements, food additives, contaminants, hygiene, packaging, labelling,methods of sampling and test for virgin and refined edible palm oil derived from fruit (mesocarp) of the palm (Elaeis guineensis). This standard does not cover crude palm oil subject to further processing in order to render it suitable for human consumption.
Reference of the measure: US EAS 301:2013
Measure also domestic: Yes

Description: virgin and refined edible palm oil derived from fruit (mesocarp) of the palm (Elaeis guineensis).

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