Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements 
Date when the measure came into force
18 May 2010 
Publication where the measure is specified
Standards (Import Inspection) Regulations, 2008 (SIIR) 
Regulation where the measure is specified
BOS IEC 60335-2-55:2008 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-55: Particular requirements for electrical appliances for use with aquariums and garden ponds 
Country/Region applying the measure
Botswana 
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s. 
Description of the measure
Deals with the safety of electric appliances for use with aquariums and garden ponds for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Examples of appliances within the scope of this standard are aerators; aquarium heaters; automatic food dispensers; sludge-suction appliances. This consolidated version consists of the third edition (2002) and its amendment 1 (2008). Therefore, no need to order amendment in addition to this publication.

Marking and instructions are provided 
Reference of the measure
Clause 4 - 32 of the regulation 
Measure also domestic
Yes 

Products affected by the measure.

Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
4301 Raw furskins (including heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use), other than raw hides and skins of heading 41.01, 41.02 or 41.03. No    
Description
Surface cleaning appliances for electrical appliances for use with aquariums and garden ponds 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world