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 60335-2-28:2008 Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular requirements for sewing machines 
Country/Region applying the measure
Botswana 
The rationale of the measure
This standard recognizes the internationally accepted level of protection against hazards such
as electrical, mechanical, thermal, fire and radiation of appliances when operated as in
normal use taking into account the manufacturer's instructions. It also covers abnormal
situations that can be expected in practice and takes into account the way in which
electromagnetic phenomena can affect the safe operation of appliances. 
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s. 
Description of the measure
Deals with the safety of electric sewing machines for household and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase and 480 V for other appliances. Sewing machines intended for use by laymen in shops and light industry, are within the scope of this standard. This standard does not apply to appliances intended exclusively for industrial purposes, or appliances intended to be used in locations where special conditions prevail, such as the presence of a corrosive or explosive atmosphere (dust, vapor or gas).

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
Sewing machines 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world