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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0706.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
4(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class beetroot in subregulation 2 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 4, beetroot shall ;
(a) be intact:
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) be free from cracks;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) not be running to seed;
(m) be free from cold damage;
(n) be free from sun-scorch;
(o) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the beetroot detrimentally;
(p) be fresh and firm;
(q) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar; and
(r) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) In case of Class 1 beetroot ;
(i) the colour shall be uniformly red without white rings; and
(ii) the foliage shall have a maximum length of 55 mm.
(b) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 beetroot ;
(i) the colour shall be uniformly red: Provided that light coloured rings may appear; and
(ii) the foliage shall have a maximum length of 55 mm.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class beetroot - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(4) (a) Class 1 beetroot may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by mass or number: Provided that the deviating beetroot -
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 beetroot may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3, with 15% and 25% respectively by mass or number: Provided that the deviating beetroot do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 4(1), (2) and (4) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Beetroot - Description
- Beetroot
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0704.10: - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class broccoli in subregulation (4) and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6, broccoli shall ;
(a) be intact: Provided that for presentation purposes some sprouts may be removed;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) be free from bruises;
(i) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) be free from cold damage;
(I) be free from sun-scorch;
(m) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the broccoli detrimentally;
(n) be fresh;
(o) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar; and
(p) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
(2) The floral stem shall be cut off clean and square.
(3) Hollow stems are permitted: Provided the hollow part is sound, fresh and not discoloured.
Classification
(4) (a) In case of Class 1 broccoli ;
(i) no loose buds shall be present and the buds must be fully closed;
(ii) the floral stem shall be tender and not show any woodiness;
(iii) small, tender, fresh and sound green leaves may be present if it does not exceed the inflorescence by 30 mm; and
(iv) the head shall be firm, compact and tightly-grained.
(b) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 broccoli ;
(i) loose buds may be present;
(ii) buds must be closed;
(iii) the floral stem may show woodiness;
(iv) small tender, fresh and sound green leaves may be present if it does not exceed the inflorescence by 40 mm; and
(v) the head may be slightly loose.
(b) In the case of Lowest Class broccoli - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(6) (a) Class 1 broccoli may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by diameter: Provided that the deviating broccoli ;
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 broccoli may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3, with 15% and 25% respectively by diameter: Provided that the deviating broccoli do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 5(1)-(4) and (6) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.10 - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli Yes Broccoli - Description
- Broccoli
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 0704.20: - Brussels sprouts
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class brussels sprouts in subregulation 4 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6 brussels sprouts shall ;
(a) be intact;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage, or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from bruises;
(h) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) be free from cold damage;
(I) be free from sun-scorch;
(m) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the brussels sprouts detrimentally;
(n) be fresh and firm;
(o) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar;
(p) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling; and
(q) be free from frost damage.
(2) Brussels sprouts are divided according to the manner of presentation as:
(a) trimmed brussels sprouts if the outer leaves and stalk is removed; or
(b) untrimmed brussels sprouts.
(3) The stem shall ;
(a) in the case of trimmed brussels sprouts be cut off just beneath the outer leaves; and
(b) in the case of untrimmed brussels sprouts show a clean fracture at the base without other parts of the plant adhering.
Classification
(4) (a) Class 1 brussels sprouts ;
(i) shall be closed;
(ii) shall have a medium to dark green colour: Provided that no browning is allowed in the case of trimmed brussels sprouts; and;
(iii) may have small discoloured basal leaves, in the case of untrimmed brussels sprouts.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 brussels sprouts may be slightly open.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class brussels sprouts - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(6) (a) Class 1 brussels sprouts may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by diameter: Provided that the deviating brussels sprouts ;
(i) at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay 2%
injuries 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 brussels sprouts may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3 with 15% and 25% respectively by diameters: Provided that the deviating brussels sprouts do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay 4% and 6% respectively
injuries 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class- decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 6(1)-(4) and (6) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.20 - Brussels sprouts No - Description
- Brussels sprouts
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 0709.93: -- Pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 butternuts in subregulation 2 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 4, butternuts shall ;
(a) be intact:
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from cracks;
(h) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) be free from frost damage;
(m) be free from sun scorch;
(n) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the butternut detrimentally;
(o) be fresh and firm;
(p) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of cultivar; and
(q) be developed and of such conditions as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classification
(2) (a) Class 1 butternuts shall be free from defects.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 butternuts may show the following slight defects: Provided that the fruit is not affected:
(i) colouring;
(ii) skin;
(iii) shape and development.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class butternuts - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(4) (a) Class 1 butternuts may deviate from quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by number: Provided that the deviating butternuts:
at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2;
(ii) do not have any defects rendering them unfit for human consumption; and
(iii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Degree as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1
(b) Butternuts classified as Class 2 and Class 3 may deviate from the minimum standards with 15% and 25% respectively by number: Provided that the deviating butternuts do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;and
Arthropoda infestation: Degree as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - decay shall not exceed 20% by mass or number. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 7(1)-(2) and (4) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.93 -- Pumpkins, squash and gourds (Cucurbita spp.) No - Description
- Butternuts
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 0704.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class cabbage in subregulation 3 and 4 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 6, cabbage shall ;
(a) be intact;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) not be split;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) be free from foreign odours;
(I) be free from cold damage;
(m) be free from sun-scorch;
(n) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the cabbage detrimentally;
(o) be fresh and firm;
(p) show no sign of flower development;
(q) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(r) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling;
(2) The stem of the cabbage shall be cut off below the lowest point of leaf growth, the leaves should remain firmly attached, and the cut should be clean.
Classification
(3) (a) Class 1 cabbage ;
(i) shall have a compact head;
(ii) shall have firmly attached leaves: Provided that some outer leaves may be removed; and
(iii) shall in the case of green savoy cabbage and early cabbage, be properly trimmed: Provided that a number of outer leaves may be left for protection.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 cabbage may ;
(i) be less compact; and
(ii) some outer leaves may be removed.
(c) In the case of lowest class cabbage - unspecified
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(5) (a) Class 1 cabbage may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by number: Provided that the deviating cabbage ;
(i) at least comply with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 cabbage may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3, with 15% and 25% respectively by number: Provided that the deviating cabbage do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 8(1)-(3) and (5)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.90 - Other Yes Cabbages - Description
- Cabbages
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 0904.2: - Fruits of the genus Capsicum or of the genus Pimenta :
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- CAPSICUMS (PEPPERS)
9. The regulations for capsicums (peppers) of varieties (cultivars) Capsicum annuum L., are as follows:
Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class capsicums and the permissible deviations in subregulation 5 capsicums shall ;
(a) be free from decay;
(b) be free from foreign matter;
(c) be free from insect damage;
(d) be free from blemishes;
(e) be free from cracks: Provided that a collective length of up to 30 mm is permissible in the case of Class 2;
(f) be free from injuries;
(g) be free from bruises;
(h) be free from frost damage;
(i) be free from sun-scorch: Provided that an area of 10 mm2 is permissible in the case of Class 2;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) be free from soil;
(I) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the capsicums detrimentally;
(m) be fresh and firm;
(n) be of a colour typical of cultivar concerned; and
(o) be uniform in size and colour.
(2) Capsicums are divided into four types according to shape:
(a) elongated (pointed) capsicums;
(b) square blunt capsicums;
(c) square pointed capsicums; or
(d) flat capsicums.
Classification
(3) (a) In the case of Class 1 capsicums the stalk may be slightly damaged but the calyx shall be intact.
(b) In the case of Class 2 and Class 3 capsicums the calyx may be damaged or cut off.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class capsicums - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(5) (a) Class 1 capsicums may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 with 10% by mass: Provided that the capsicums-
(i) at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) does not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 capsicums may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 and Class 3 with 15% and 25% respectively by diameter: Provided that the capsicums does not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 4% and 8% respectively;
injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;and
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1 - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 9(1) -(3) and (5)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0904.2 - Fruits of the genus Capsicum or of the genus Pimenta : Yes Capsicums (peppers) - Description
- Capsicums (peppers)
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 0706.10: - Carrots and turnips
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class carrots in subregulation 2 and the permissible deviations in subregulation 8, carrots shall -
(a) be intact;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from cracks;
(h) be free from injuries;
(i) be free from bruises;
(j) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(k) not be running to seed;
(I) be free from foreign odours;
(m) be free from cold damage;
(n) be free from sun-scorch;
(o) be fresh and firm and show no sign of withering
(p) not be malformed or forked or have secondary roots;
(q) not be woody;
(r) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the carrots detrimentally;
(s) have fresh, green and sound foliage not longer than 50 mm: Provided that if topped, it must be evened off or cut off at the top of the root, without damaging it;
(t) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(u) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) Carrots classified as Class 1 -
(i) shall be of a colour typical of the cultivar: Provided that the tops of the carrots may ;
(aa) have a purple or green discolouration of 10 mm in the case of carrots 80 mm and shorter; or
(bb) have a purple or green discolouration of 20 mm in the case of carrots longer than 80 mm;
(ii) may have one or more cracks which separately or collectively do not exceed -
(aa) 10 mm in length and 2 mm in depth in the case of carrots 80 mm or shorter; and
(bb) 20 mm in length and 2 mm in depth in the case of carrots longer than 80 mm.
(iii) may have slight defects in shape; and
(iv) the roots must be of fresh appearance.
(b) Carrots classified as Class 2 and Class 3 ;
(i) shall be of a colour typical of the cultivar: Provided that the tops of the carrots may ;
(aa) have a purple or green discolouration of 20 mm in the case of carrots 100 mm or shorter; or
(bb) have a purple or green discolouration of 30 mm in the case of carrots longer than 100 mm; and
(ii) may have one or more cracks which separately or collectively do not exceed 30 mm in length and 3 mm in depth;
(iii) defects in shape.
(c) In the case of Lowest Class - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(8) (a) Class 1 carrots may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 by a maximum of 10% by mass or number in case of bunched carrots and an additional 10% by mass or number in case of bunched carrots may show a discolouration green or violet purple on the top: Provided that the carrots ;
(I) at least comply with the quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Degree as set out in regulation 4(4)(c);Part 1.
(b) Class 2 carrots may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 by a maximum of 15% by mass and an additional 25% by mass broken carrots and carrots with broken tips are permissible: Provided that the carrots ;
( ) do not exceed the following individual limits, excluding carrots that are broken or have tips that are broken off:
decay: 4%
injuries: 8%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulatin 4(4)(c): Part1.
(c) Class 3 carrots may deviate from the quality standards for Class 3 by 25% by mass and an additional 25% by mass of broken carrots are permissible: Provided that the carrots ;
(i) are not affected by decay; and
(ii) do not exceed the following individual limits, excluding carrots that are
broken or have tips that are broken off:
decay: 6%
injuries:10%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c):Part 1.
(d) In the case of Lowest Class- decay shall not not exceed 20% by mass or number.
Permissible deviations with regard to colour variations
(10) Class 1 and Class 2 carrots may deviate from the colour variations requirements, set out in subregulations 1 and 2, with 20% and 25% respectively by mass or number. Class 3 and Lowest Class are unspecified. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 10 (1) , (2) (8) and (10)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.10 - Carrots and turnips Yes Carrots - Description
- Carrots
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 0704.10: - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class cauliflower as set out in subregulation 2, and the permissible deviations in subregulation 10, each cauliflower shall ;
(a) be intact;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) be free from bruises and show no brown discolouration due to bruising;
(i) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(j) be free from foreign odours;
(k) not be running to seed;
(I) be free from cold damage;
(m) be free from sun-scorch;
(n) be free from any other factors that affect or may affect the quality of the cauliflower detrimentally;
(o) be fresh: Provided that the leaves shall also be fresh if marketed with leaves;
(p) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristic of the cultivar; and
(q) be of such development and condition as to enable them to withstand transport and handling.
Classifications
(2) (a) The head of cauliflower classified as Class 1 shall ;
(i) be compact and firm;
(ii) not have a woolly appearance; and
(iii) be uniformly white or slightly creamy or ivory in colour.
(b) The head of cauliflower classified as Class 2 and Class 3 ;
(i) shall be compact;
(ii) may have a slight woolly appearance;
(iii) may have a light yellow colour;
(c) All miniature cauliflower shall ;
(i) have a stem of at last 5 mm; and
(ii) be enclasped by at least two clasp leaves.
(d) The flower clusters are unspecified.
(e) In the case of Lowest Class cauliflower - unspecified.
Permissible deviations with regard to colour variations
(12) Class 1 and Class 2 cauliflower may deviate from the colour variations requirements, set out in subregulations 1, 2 and 7 with 20% and 25% respectively by mass: Class 3 and Lowest Class are unspecified. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 11(1) , (2) and (12)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0704.10 - Cauliflowers and headed broccoli Yes Cauliflower - Description
- Cauliflower
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 0910.99: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables 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
- Quality standards
(1) Subject to the regulations for Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class celery and the permissible deviations in subregulation 5, each celery shall ;
(a) be intact: Provided that the upper leaf part may be removed;
(b) be free from decay;
(c) be clean and free from foreign matter, including soil;
(d) be free from Arthropoda infestation;
(e) be free from insect damage or damage caused by other organisms;
(f) be free from blemishes;
(g) be free from injuries;
(h) be free from abnormal external moisture;
(i) be free from foreign odours;
(j) be free from cold damage;
(k) be free from sun-scorch;
(I) be free from cavities, suckers and flower stems;
(m) be free from any other factors that detrimentally affect or may affect the quality of the celery;
(n) be fresh and show no sign of withering;
(o) be sound and attractive in appearance and have normal characteristics of the cultivar; and
(p) be of such development and condition as to enable it to withstand transport and handling.
(2) Blanched celery shall be white to yellowish-white or greenish-white in colour for at least half of its length.
(3) The main root shall be well cleaned and not exceed 50 mm in length.
Permissible deviations with regard to quality standards
(5) (a) Class 1 celery may deviate from the quality standards for Class 1 by not more than 5% by mass: Provided that the deviating celery -
(i) at least complies with quality standards for Class 2; and
(ii) does not exceed the following individual limits:
decay: 2%
injuries: 6%
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulatin 4(4)(c): Part 1.
(b) Class 2 and Class 3 celery may deviate from the quality standards for Class 2 by not more than 15% and 25% respectively by mass: Provided that the deviating celery ;
(i) does not have any defect rendering it unfit for human consumption; and
(ii) does not exceed the following individual limits:
Decay: 4% and 6% respectively;
Injuries: 8% and 10% respectively;
Arthropoda infestation: Limit as set out in regulation 4(4)(c): Part 1. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 12(1)-(3) and (5) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0910.99 -- Other Yes Celery - Description
- Celery
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 0808.30: - Pears
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 May 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 40014, 27 May 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Pears Destined 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 pears in the Republic of South Africa, other than imported pears referred to in subregulation (3) --
(a) unless the pears are unclassified or sold according to the classes referred to in regulation 3;
(b) unless the pears comply with the Standards for classified pears regarding quality referred to in regulation 4.
Classes for pears
3. There are three classes of pears, namely Class 1, Class 2 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
4. (1) Pears shall comply with the specifications set out in Table 1, 2, 3 and 4.
(2) No consignment of pears “Class 1” or “Class 2” or Lowest Class shall contain –
(a) any organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being; and
(b) Arthropoda infestation including the organisms which according to paragraph (a) do not form part of plant injurious organisms, excluding organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being, on more than 3% of the pears or three free live Arthropoda per pallet load or part thereof in the consignment: Provided that it does not exceed a maximum of one Arthropoda per container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b) and 3-4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0808.30 - Pears No - Description
- Pears
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
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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--
(a) unless such plums and prunes are sold according to the classes set out in regulation3;
(b) unless such plums and prunes comply with the standards for the class concerned as set out in regulation 4;
Classes of plums and prunes
3. There are three classes of plums and prunes, namely Class 1, Class 2 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
4. (1) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Class 1 if it--
(a) is of good quality;
(b) is characteristic of the cultivar and/or commercial type;
(c) complies with the quality standards for Class 1 set out in Table 1;
(d) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 1 as set out in Table 2;
(e) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3; and
(f) complies with the ripeness standards for plums and prunes as set out in Table 3.
(2) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Class 2 if it --
(a) complies with the quality standards for Class 2 set out in Table 1;
(b) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 2 as set out in Table 2;
(c) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3; and
(d) complies with the ripeness standards for plums and prunes as set out in Table 3.
(3) A consignment of plums and prunes shall be classified as Lowest Class if it -
(a) complies with the quality standards for Lowest Class as set out in Table 1;
(b) does not exceed the maximum permissible deviations by number for Class 2 as set out in Table 2; and
(c) is of a cultivar specified in Table 3.
Physical hazards
(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; and
(b) any organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being in excess of the
tolerance as set out in Table 2. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b), 3, and 4(1)-(4)(b)
- 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 and the entire world for 0701: Potatoes, fresh or chilled.
The measure came into effect on 12 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33735, 12 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Potatoes 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
- 3. (1 ) No person shall sell potatoes in the Republic of South Africa -
(a) unless the potatoes are sold according to the classes referred to in regulation 4;
(b) unless the potatoes comply with the standards regarding quality referred to in regulation 5 as set out in Table 1 of Annexure A;
Classes for potatoes
4. There are four classes of potatoes, namely Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
5. (1) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (2) potatoes which are classified as Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class shall comply with the specifications set out in Table 1 of Annexure A and depicted in the colour plates.
(2) The maximum extent to which Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 potatoes may deviate from the specifications prescribed in subregulation (1) are determined in accordance to subregulation (3) and are set out in Table 3 of Annexure A.
(3) The extent to which Class 1, Class 2 and Class 3 potatoes deviates from the prescribed specifications shall be determined as follows:
(a) Examine the tubers in the sample of the consignment sensorially and on the basis of the colour plates in order to determine whether such deficiencies occur thereon or therein: Provided that any tuber from the sample referred to in regulation 9(2) with suspected internal deficiencies may be dissected for the purpose of a confirmation or
otherwise of the observation concerned.
(b) Determine with regard to each of the separate quality factors mentioned in subregulation (2) the mass of the potatoes that deviate from the prescribed specifications.
(c) Express the mass determined in paragraph (b) as a percentage of the net mass of the container of potatoes, such percentage represents the extent to which potatoes with the deviation concerned are present in such container: Provided that in the case of internal quality defects the degree of deviation shall be determined as a percentage of 3 kg. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3(1)(a)-(b) , 4 and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0701 Potatoes, fresh or chilled. No - Description
- Potatoes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1006: Rice.
The measure came into effect on 12 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 November 2010
- 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 --
(a) unless the sorghum is sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the sorghum complies with the standards for the class concerned as set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the sorghum complies with the grades of sorghum and the standards for grades set out in regulations 5 and 6 respectively;
Classes of sorghum
3. Sorghum shall be classified as --
(a) Class GM;
(b) Class GH; and
(c) Class Other.
Standards for classes
4. ( 1) A consignment of sorghum shall be classified as Class GM Sorghum if it--
(a) consists of malt sorghum that does not have a dark testa; and
(b) complies with the standards for the grade of Class GM sorghum as set out in
regulation 6.
(2) A consignment of sorghum shall be classified as Class GH sorghum if it--
(a) consists of malt sorghum that has a dark testa; and
(b) complies with the standards for grades for Class GH Sorghum as set out in
regulation 6.
(3) A consignment of sorghum shall be classified as Class Other if it does not comply with
the standards for Class GM, and GH Sorghum
Grades of sorghum
5. Sorghum shall be graded as --
(a) Class GM
(i) Grade GM1
(ii) Grade GM2
(iii) Grade GM3
(b) Class GH
(i) Grade GH1
(ii) Grade GH 2
(c) No grades are determined for Class Other.
Standards for grades
6. (1) All grades of sorghum shall --
(a) be free from black smearing as a result of smut;
(b) not contain 10 or more smut balls or portions of smut balls which are collectively equivalent to 10 or more smut balls, per 100 g of sorghum;
(c) be free from a musty, sour or other undesirable smell;
(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;
(e) be free from stones, glass, metal, coal or dung;
(f) not contain more poisonous seeds than permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972);
(g) with the exception of Class Other, be free from grain insects;
(h) with the exception of Class Other, have a moisture content of not more than 14 percent; and
(i) be free from animal filth.
(2) Grades GM1, GM2, GM3, GH1 and GH2 shall not exceed the permissible deviations
specified in columns 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the Table in the Annexure, respectively, with regard to the nature of deviation specified in column 1 of the said table.
(3) The presence of purple anthocyanic blotches in or on the pericarp shall not be taken into consideration when determining the grade of a consignment of sorghum. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(c) and 3-6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1006 Rice. 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 1006: Rice.
The measure came into effect on 07 November 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 November 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 38159, 7 November 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Rice 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
- Restriction on the sale of rice
2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of rice in the Republic of South Africa --
(a) unless the rice concerned is sold according to the classes set out in regulations 4;
(b) unless the rice concerned complies with the standards for the classes set out in regulations 5;
3. Notwithstanding the provisions of regulations 4 and 5, all consignments of rice shall-
(a) be free from abnormal flavours and odours;
(b) be free from heavy metals limits set out in the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972);
(c) be safe and suitable for human consumption;
(d) be free from poisonous seeds: Provided that a consignment of rice in bulk quantities may contain poisonous seeds to the extent permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs,
Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972);
(e) comply with the maximum residue levels prescribed for agricultural remedies in terms of Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972);
(f) have moisture content not exceeding 14 percent;
(g) be free from insects and mites;
(h) be free from organisms of phytosanitary importance as determined by Agricultural Pest Act, 1983 (Act No. 36 of 1983); and
(i) not have a deviation specified in column 1 of Table 2 to a larger extent than the applicable maximum specified in column 2, 3, 4 or 5 of Table 2 opposite thereof for the class concerned.
Classes of rice
4. All rice shall be classified according to the length of grain as defined by regulation 5 -
(a) Long grain;
(b) Medium grain; or
(c) Short grain.
Standards for classes
5. (1) The standards for grain length shall be as follows:
(a) Long grain rice - rice with 70 % or more of whole milled rice grains having a kernel length of 6.6 mm or more.
(b) Medium grain rice - rice with 70% or more of whole milled rice having a kernel length of 5.5 mm but less than 6.6 mm;and
(c) Short grain rice - rice with 70% or more of whole milled rice having a kernel length of less than 5.5 mm.
(2) Milled rice may be further classified into the following degree of milling:
(a) Under milled rice;
(b) Well-milled rice; or
(c) Extra-well-milled rice. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b), and 3-5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1006 Rice. No - Description
- Rice
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
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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 --
(a) unless the wheat is sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the wheat complies with the standards for the classes set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the wheat, where applicable, complies with the grades of wheat and the standards for grades set out in regulations 5 and 6 respectively;
Classes of wheat
3. The classes of wheat are --
(a) Soft Wheat; and
(b) Other Wheat.
Standards for classes
4. (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub regulations (2) and (3), a consignment of wheat shall --
(a) be free from any toxin, chemical or any other substance that renders it unsuitable for human consumption or for processing into or utilisation thereof as food or feed and may not exceed the permissible deviations regarding aflatoxin in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972;
(b) not contain more poisonous seeds or ergot sclerotia than permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972;
(c) be free from organisms of phytosanitary importance as determined in terms of the Agricultural Pest Act 36 of 1983;
(d) be free from mould infected, sour and rancid other grain, foreign matter;
(e) be free from any undesired odour, taste or colour not typical of undamaged and sound wheat;
(f) be free from animal filth;
(g) be free from stones, glass, metal, coal or dung;
(h) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, be free from insects;
(i) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, be free from stinking smut infection; and
(j) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, have a moisture content not exceeding 13 percent.
(2) A consignment shall be classified as Soft Wheat if --
(a) the wheat in the consignment consists of at least 95 percent (m/m) of one or more of the soft wheat seeds; and
(b) it complies with the standards for Grade 1 and Grade 2 set out in regulation 6.
(3) A consignment of wheat shall be classified as Class Other Wheat if it does not comply with the standards for Soft Wheat.
Grades of wheat
5. (1) The grades for Soft Wheat shall be as follows:
(a) Grade 1; and
(b) Grade 2.
(2) No grades are determined for Class Other Wheat.
Standards for grades of wheat
6. (1) Subject to the provisions of sub regulation (2), a consignment of wheat shall be graded as --
(a) Grade 1 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(b) Grade 2 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 3 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned.
(2) The minimum hectolitre masses for the different grades are as follows:
(a) Grade 1 - 76 kg; and
(b) Grade 2 - 74 kg; - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(c) and 3-6
- 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
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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 --
(a) unless the soya beans are sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the soya beans comply with the standards for the class concerned set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the soya beans, where applicable, comply with the grades of soya beans and the standards for grades set out in regulation 5 and 6 respectively.
Classes of soya beans
3. There are two classes of soya beans, namely Class SB and Class Other soya beans.
Standards for classes of soya beans
4. (1) A consignment of soya beans shall --
(a) be free from a musty, sour, khaki bush or other undesired odour;
(b) be free from any substance that renders it unsuitable for human or animal consumption or for processing into or utilisation as food or feed;
(c) contain not more poisonous seeds than permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972);
(d) shall be free from stones, glass, metal, coal or dung;
(e) with the exception of Class Other soya beans, be free from insects;
(f) with the exception of Class Other soya beans, have a moisture content of not more than 13 percent; and
(g) shall not exceed the maximum percentage of permissible deviation as determined in the Table in the Annexure for the grade.
(2) A consignment of soya beans is classified as Class SB if it --
(a) consists of any cultivar of soya beans; and
(b) complies with the standards for the grade of Class SB soya beans as set out in regulation 5.
(3) A consignment of soya beans is classified as Class Other soya beans if it does not comply with the standards for Class SB.
Grades for soya beans
5. (1) Soya beans of Class SB shall be graded as Grade SB1; and
(2) No grades are determined for Class Other soya beans.
Standards for grades of soya beans
6. A consignment of soya beans shall be graded as--
Grade SB1 soya beans if the nature of the deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(a)-(c) and 3-6
- 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
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- 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--
(a) unless the sunflower seed are sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
(b) unless the sunflower seed comply with the standards for the classes concerned set out in regulation 4;
(c) unless the sunflower seed, where applicable, comply with the grades of sunflower seed and the standards for grades set out in regulation 5 and 6 respectively;
Classes of sunflower seed
3. Sunflower seed shall be classified as--
(a) Class FH;
(b) Class FS; and
(c) Class Other Sunflower Seed.
Standards for classes of sunflower seed
4. (1) A consignment of sunflower seed shall --
(a) be free from a musty, sour, khaki bush or other undesired odour;
(b) be free from any substance that renders it unsuitable for human or animal consumption or for processing into or utilisation as food or feed;
(c) not contain more poisonous seeds than permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs,
Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act 54 of 1972;
(d) shall be free from stones, glass, metal, coal or dung;
(e) with the exception of Class Other Sunflower seed, be free from insects;
(f) with the exception of Class Other Sunflower seed, have a moisture content of not more than 10 percent; and
(g) be free from animal filth.
(2) A consignment of sunflower seed shall be classified as --
(a) Class FH if it--
(i) consist of at least 80 percent (m/m) sunflower seed of a cultivar with a high oil content; and
(ii) complies with the standard for Grade 1 set out in regulation 6.
(b) Class FS if it--
(i) consist of at least 80 percent (m/m) sunflower seed of a cultivar with a low oil content; and
(ii) complies with the standards for Grade 1 set out in regulation 6.
(c) Class Other Sunflower Seed if it does not comply with the requirements for Class FH or Class FS.
Grades for sunflower seed
5. (1) There is only one grade for the Classes FH and FS Sunflower Seed, namely Grade 1.
(2) No grades are determined for Class Other Sunflower seed.
Standards for grades of sunflower seed
6. A consignment of Grade 1 sunflower seed shall be graded as Grade 1 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2 (1)(a)-(c), 3-6
- 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
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 25 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 25 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Serial No. 791 Of 25 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Consolidation Of The Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of 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 --
(a) unless the wheat is sold according to the classes set out in regulation 3;
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(b) unless the wheat complies with the standards for the classes set out in regulation 4;
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(c) unless the wheat, where applicable, complies with the grades of wheat and the standards for grades set out in regulations 5 and 6 respectively.
Classes of wheat
3. The classes of wheat are --
(a) Class Bread Wheat;
(b) Class Biscuit Wheat;
(c) Class Durum Wheat; and
(d) Class Other Wheat.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
Standards for classes
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
4. (1) Notwithstanding the provisions of subregulations (2), (3), (4) and (5), all consignments of wheat must --
(a) be free from any toxin, chemical or other substances that renders it unsuitable for commercial purposes: Provided that not more than 10 microgram per kilogram aflatoxin, of which not more than 5 microgram per kilogram will be aflatoxin B1, is permissible;
(b) contain not more noxious seeds or ergot sclerotia than permitted in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972);
(c) be free from organisms of phytosanitary importance as determined in terms of the Agricultural Pest Act, 1983 (Act No. 36 of 1983);
(d) be free from mould infected, sour and rancid other grain, foreign matter and any other matter;
(e) be free from any odour, taste or colour not typical of undamaged and sound wheat;
(f) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, be free from insects;
(g) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, be free from stinking smut infection; and
(h) with the exception of Class Other Wheat, have a moisture content not exceeding 13 per cent.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 876 of 14 September 2001]
(2) A consignment of wheat shall be classified as Class Bread Wheat if --
(a) it consists of at least 95 per cent (m/m) of one or more of the bread wheat cultivars specified in the cultivar list; and
(b) it complies with the standards for Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4 or Utility Grade set out in regulation 6.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(3) A consignment of wheat shall be classified as Class Biscuit Wheat if --
(a) it consists of at least 95 per cent (m/m) of one or more of the biscuit wheat cultivars specified in the cultivar list; and
(b) it complies with the standards for Grade 1 or Grade 2 set out in regulation 6.
(4) A consignment of wheat shall be classified as Class Durum Wheat if --
(a) it consists of at least 95 per cent (m/m) of one or more of the durum wheat cultivars specified in the cultivar list; and
(b) it complies with the standards for Super Grade, Grade 1 or Grade 2 set out in regulation 6.
(5) A consignment of wheat shall be classified as Class Other Wheat if it does not comply with the standards for Class Bread Wheat, Class Biscuit Wheat or Class Durum Wheat.
Grades of wheat
5. (1) The grades for the different classes of wheat shall be as follows:
(a) Class Bread Wheat --
(i) Grade 1;
(ii) Grade 2;
(iii) Grade 3;
(iv) Grade 4; and
(v) Utility Grade.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(b) Class Biscuit Wheat --
(i) Grade 1; and
(ii) Grade 2.
(c) Class Durum Wheat --
(i) Super Grade;
(ii) Grade 1; and
(iii) Grade 2.
(2) No grades are determined for Class Other Wheat.
Standards for grades of wheat
6. (1) Subject to the provisions of subregulations (2), (3) and (4), a consignment of wheat shall be graded as --
(a) Super Grade, in the case of durum wheat, if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 2 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(b) Grade 1 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the An-nexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 3 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(c) Grade 2 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the An-nexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 4 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(d) Grade 3 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 5 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned;
(e) Grade 4 if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 6 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned; and
(f) Utility Grade if the nature of deviation, specified in column 1 of Table 1 of the Annexure, in that consignment does not exceed the percentage specified in column 7 of the said table opposite the deviation concerned.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(2) (a) The minimum hectoliter masses for the different grades, in the case of Class Bread Wheat, are as follows:
(i) Grade 1 - 77 kg;
(ii) Grade 2 - 76 kg;
(iii) Grade 3 - 74 kg;
(iv) Grade 4 - 72 kg; and
(v) Utility Grade - 70 kg.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(b) The minimum hectolitre masses for different grades in the case of Class Durum Wheat and Class Biscuit Wheat are as follows:
(i) Super Grade - 79 kg;
(ii) Grade 1 - 76 kg; and
(iii) Grade 2 - 74 kg.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(3) (a) Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 3 shall, in the case of Class Bread Wheat and Super Grade, Grade 1 and Grade 2, in the case of Class Durum Wheat, have a minimum falling number value of not less than 250 seconds;
(b) Grade 4 shall, in the case of Class Bread Wheat, have a minimum falling number value of not less than 200 seconds.
(c) Utility Grade shall, in the case of Class Bread Wheat, have a minimum falling number value of not less than 150 seconds.
(d) Notwithstanding the provision of paragraph (a), wheat shall be deemed to comply with the requirements of the paragraph concerned if it deviates with not more than 30 seconds lower than the minimum prescribed for Super Grade, in the case of durum wheat, Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 3, as the case may be.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003]
(4) Class Durum Wheat shall --
(a) in the case of Super Grade, contain --
(i) a minimum of 14 per cent (on a 12 per cent moisture basis) protein; and
(ii) a minimum of 90 per cent amber glossy and flinty kernels;
(b) in the case of Grade 1, contain --
(i) a minimum of 13 per cent (on a 12 per cent moisture basis) protein; and
(ii) a minimum of 80 per cent amber glossy and flinty kernels; and
(c) in the case of Grade 2, contain --
(i) a minimum of 12 per cent (on a 12 per cent moisture basis) protein; and
(ii) a minimum of 70 per cent amber glossy and flinty kernels.
(5) The minimum protein content (on a 12 per cent moisture basis) for the different grades, in the case of Class Bread Wheat, shall be as follows:
(a) Grade 1 - 12 per cent;
(b) Grade 2 - 11 per cent;
(c) Grade 3 - 10 per cent;
(d) Grade 4 - 9 per cent; and
(e) Utility Grade - 8 per cent.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003] - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(c) and 3-6
- 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 wheat - Description
- 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 0806: Grapes, fresh or dried.
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 May 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 40014, 27 May 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Table Grapes 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 table grapes in the Republic of South Africa other than imported table grapes referred to in subregulation (3) –
(a) unless such table grapes are sold according to the classes referred to in regulation 3;
(b) unless such table grapes comply with the standards for the class concerned as set out
in regulation 4;
Classes of table grapes
3. There are three classes of table grapes, namely Class 1, Class 2 and Lowest Class.
Standards for classes
4. (1) Table grapes shall comply with the specifications set out in Table 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
(2) No consignment of table grapes “Class 1”, “Class 2” and “Lowest Class” shall contain:
(a) Arthropoda infestation including the organisms which according to paragraph (a) do not form part of plant injurious organisms, excluding organisms which may be a source of danger to the human being, on more than 3% of the table grapes or three free live Arthropoda per pallet load or part thereof in the consignment: Provided that it does not exceed a maximum of one Arthropoda per container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(a)-(b), 3 and 4(1)-(2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0806 Grapes, fresh or dried. Yes Table grapes - Description
- Table grapes
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 0405: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads., 1516: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. and 1517: Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16.
The measure came into effect on 09 March 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 March 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 35109, 9 March 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Classification, Packing And Marking Of Fat Spreads Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 2. (1) These regulations shall apply to the classification, packing and marking of fat spreads intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa to which and under circumstances in which a prohibition in terms of section 3 of the Act regarding the sale of fat spreads apply.
(2) These regulations shall not apply to a fat spread in a package of more than 2 kg if that fat spread is intended for processing or for use in the manufacture of another product. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1) No person shall, subject to the provisions of subregulation (2), sell fat spreads in the Republic
of South Africa unless --
(a) the fat spreads comply with the standards referred to in regulation 5;
Standards for fat spreads
5. (1) A fat spread must com ply with the following standards:
(a) It shall have a clean and pleasant flavour.
(b) It shall be reasonable soft on the palate.
(c) It shall be easily spreadable at 20°C.
(d) It shall comply with the applicable standards specified in columns 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 1 0 of Table 1 opposite the class concerned.
(e) The slip point of the separated fat phase thereof shall be below 38°C.
(f) It shall be fluid emulsions, principally of water and edible fats and oils, with the exception of vanaspati.
(2) The classes of fat spreads known as vanaspati and mixed vanaspati shall have the flavour that is characteristic of vanaspati.
(3) The classes of fat spreads known as yellow margarine, yellow X% fat spread, yellow margarine blend and yellow X% blended fat spread may only contain marine fat in the case where a nutritional claim is to be made in respect of Omega-3 fatty acids in terms of the requirements of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
(4) The classes of fat spreads known as yellow margarine blend and yellow X% blended fat spread must contain milk fat but only to the extent that it comprises at least 10% of the total fat content but less than half of the total fat content of the fat spread concerned.
(5) A fat spread may contain other foodstuffs and food additives to the extent permissible under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3(1)(a) and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0405 Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads. Yes Fat spreads 1516 Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. Yes Fat spreads 1517 Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16. Yes Fat spreads - Description
- Fat spreads
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
B7: Product quality, safety or performance requirements
