Non-tariff Measures
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 908:2013, Nutrient-concentrated foods for therapeutic uses – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies quality requirements, contaminants, hygiene, packaging, labelling, Management systems , methods of sampling and test for nutrient-concentrated foods for therapeutic uses.
- Reference of the measure
- US 908:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- nutrient-concentrated foods for therapeutic uses.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 999:2013, Fresh chilli pepper— Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies quality requirements, contaminants, hygiene, packaging, labelling,, methods of sampling
for fresh chili peppers of varieties grown from Capsicum species to be supplied fresh to the consumer. This standard does not cover requirements for chili pepper for industrial processing. - Reference of the measure
- US 999:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- fresh chili peppers of varieties grown from Capsicum species
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 1541:2013, Chocolate and chocolate products – 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 chocolate and chocolate products intended for human consumption. This standard does not apply to products in which chocolate is used as an enhancer.
- Reference of the measure
- US 1541:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- chocolate and chocolate products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 980:2013, Herbal tea – 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 of herbal tea.
- Reference of the measure
- US 980:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- herbal tea.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- virgin and refined edible palm oil derived from fruit (mesocarp) of the palm (Elaeis guineensis).
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 300:2013, Edible groundnut 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 edible groundnut oil derived from seeds of Arachis hypogaea L. (groundnuts, peanuts). The standard does not apply to groundnut oil intended for further processing in order to render it suitable for human consumption.
- Reference of the measure
- US EAS 300:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- edible groundnut oil derived from seeds of Arachis hypogaea L. (groundnuts, peanuts).
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 299:2013, Edible sunflower 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 edible sunflower oil derived from the seeds of Hellanthus annuus L intended for human consumption. The standard does not apply to sunflower oil, intended for further processing in order to render it suitable for human consumption. (This Uganda Standard cancels and replaces US 171:2000, Standard specifications for edible sunflower oil, which has been technically revised).
- Reference of the measure
- US EAS 299:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- edible sunflower oil derived from the seeds of Hellanthus annuus L
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 297:2013, Edible soya bean 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 testfor edible soya bean (soybean) oil derived from soya beans (seeds of Glycine max (L) Merr). This standard does not apply to soya bean oil intended for further processing in order to render it suitable for human consumption.
- Reference of the measure
- US EAS 297:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Edible soya bean (soybean) oil derived from soya beans (seeds of Glycine max (L) Merr)
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 60:2013, Peanut butter – Specification (2nd Edition)
- 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 testfor peanut butter derived from seeds of peanuts (groundnuts) of the species Arachis hypogaea L. (This Uganda Standard cancels and replaces US EAS 60:2000, Peanut butter – Specification, which has been technically revised)
- Reference of the measure
- US EAS 60
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- peanut butter derived from seeds of peanuts (groundnuts) of the species Arachis hypogaea L.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- 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 4:2013, Infant formula – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements, Additives, contaminants,packaging, labelling and methods of sampling and test for infant formula in liquid or powdered form intended for use, where necessary, as a substitute for human milk in meeting the normal nutritional requirements of infants. (This Uganda Standard cancels and replaces US CODEX STAN 72:1981, Standards for infant formula).
- Reference of the measure
- US EAS 4:2013
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- infant formula in liquid or powdered form
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 February 2017
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Uganda Gazette, Vol. CX No. 7
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US CODEX STAN 275-1973 (Revision in 2010), Standard for Cream Cheese
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the quality, additives, contaminants, and labelling of cream cheese intended for direct consumption or for further processing. In some countries, the term “cream cheese” is used to designate cheeses, such as high fat ripened hard cheese. This standard does not apply to such cheeses.
- Reference of the measure
- US CODEX STAN 275
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- cream cheese
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 February 2017
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Uganda Gazette, Vol. CX No. 7
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US CODEX STAN 273-1968 (Revision in 2010), Standard for Cottage Cheese
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the quality, additives, contaminants, and labelling of cottage cheese intended for direct consumption or for further processing.
- Reference of the measure
- US CODEX STAN 273
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- cottage cheese
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 February 2017
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Uganda Gazette, Vol. CX No. 7
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US CODEX STAN 273-1968 (Revision in 2010), Standard for Cottage Cheese
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the quality, additives, contaminants, and labelling of cottage cheese intended for direct consumption or for further processing.
- Reference of the measure
- US CODEX STAN 273
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- cottage cheese
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 February 2017
- Publication where the measure is specified
- The Uganda Gazette, Vol. CX No. 7
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- US CODEX STAN 251-2006, Blend of skimmed milk and vegetable fat in powdered form
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Uganda
- Description of the measure
- This Uganda Standard specifies the quality, additives, contaminants, and labelling of a blend of skimmed milk and vegetable fat in powder form
- Reference of the measure
- US CODEX STAN 251
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- blend of skimmed milk and vegetable fat in powder form
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0809.30: - Peaches, including nectarines
The measure came into effect on 04 November 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 04 November 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 34720, 4 November 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Peaches And Nectarines Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- (2) Imported peaches and nectarines shall be exempted from the provisions of subregulation (1 ),
provided that the peaches and nectarines --
(c) do not contain a substance prescribed as a substance which it may not contain according to Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1941 (Act No. 36 of 1947); and
(d) do nof contain biological or chemical contaminants in quantities or at levels that exceed the maximum limits prescribed in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1912 (Act No. 54 of 1972}. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(2)(c) and (d)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0809.30 - Peaches, including nectarines No - Description
- Peaches and nectarines
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0809.40: - Plums and sloes and 0813.20: - Prunes
The measure came into effect on 04 November 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 04 November 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 34720, 4 November 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Plums And Prunes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No persons shall sell plums and prunes in the Republic of South Africa--
(e) if such plums and prunes contain a substance/substances that render them unfit for human or animal consumption or for processing into or utilization thereof as food or feed; and
(f) if the plums and prunes contains a substance prescribed as a substance which it may not contain according to Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act No. 36 of 1947).
(2) Imported plums and prunes shall be exempted from the provisions of subregulation (1 ),
provided that the plums and prunes --
(c) do not contain a substance prescribed as a substance which it may not contain according to Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act No. 36 of 1947);
4(4) No consignment of plums and prunes classified as "Class 1", "Class 2" or "Lowest Class" shall contain:
(a) any foreign matter in excess of the tolerance as set out in Table 1 - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(e)-(f) , 2(2)(c) and 4(4)(a)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0809.40 - Plums and sloes Yes Plums 0813.20 - Prunes No - Description
- Plums and prunes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1007: Grain sorghum.
The measure came into effect on 08 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39580, 8 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sorghum Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of sorghum in the Republic of South Africa --
(f) if such sorghum contains a substance that renders it unfit for human consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed.
6. (1) All grades of sorghum shall --
(d) be free from any substance that renders it unsuitable for human consumption or animal consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed; - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(f) and 6(1)(d)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1007 Grain sorghum. No - Description
- Sorghum
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soft Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of wheat in the Republic of South Africa --
(f) if such wheat contains a substance that renders it unfit for human consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(f)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes Soft wheat - Description
- Soft wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1201: Soya beans, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 20 June 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 June 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37741, 20 June 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soya Beans Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell soya beans in the Republic of South Africa --
(f) if such soya beans contain a substance that renders it unfit for human or animal consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(f)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1201 Soya beans, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Soya beans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1206.00: Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sunflower Seed Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell sunflower seed in the Republic of South Africa--
(f) if such sunflower seed contains a substance that renders it unfit for human or animal consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(f)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1206.00 Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Sunflower seed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
A21: Tolerance limits for residues of or contamination by certain (non-microbiological) substances



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