Non-tariff Measures
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 31 July 1979
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 31 July 1979
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 16:1979
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 16:1979 Steel- Clout or slate nails-specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Specifies dimensions, quality requirements and sampling of clout or slate nails made from mild steel round wire
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4, 6 and 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Nails made from steel
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 31 July 1979
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 31 July 1979
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 8:1979
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 8:1979 Reels and drums for bare wires-specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- Specifies the requirements for reels and wooden drums for bare and covered solid and stranded conductors
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Drums (materials handling equipment), Wood, Electric wires, Wires, Non-insulated wires, Dimensions, Design, Packaging
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 17 November 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 November 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 17: 2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 17: 2009 Steel – Spring head twisted shank nails – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- E: Protection of the environment and G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard specifies dimensions, quality requirements and sampling of spring head twisted shank nails made from mild steel twisted wire
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 5, 6 and 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Nails, Threadless fasteners, Steels, Annular nails, Clout nails, Cut nails, Wire nails, Panel pins, Pins (nails), Plasterboard, Hardboards
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 07 November 2015
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 November 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 88: 2015- EAS 8: 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 88: 2015- EAS 8: 2010 Raw sugar — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- specifies requirements, methods of test and sampling for raw sugar produced from
sugarcane and intended for further processing to make it fit for human consumption. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 2 Agricultural products No - Description
- raw sugar,sugarcane,requirements,sampling
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 07 November 2015
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 November 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 100: 2015- EAS 16: 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 100: 2015- EAS 16: 2010 Plantation (mill) white sugar — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- This standard specifies the requirements, methods of sampling and testing for plantation or mill white
sugar intended for human consumption. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 4,7,8, 9 and 10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 2 Agricultural products No - Description
- mill white sugar
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 17 November 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 November 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 143(Part 1): 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 143(Part 1): 2010 Primary batteries – Part 1: General
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- The objective of this part of TZS 143 is to benefit primary battery users, device designers and battery manufacturers by ensuring that batteries from different manufacturers are interchangeable according to standard form, fit and function. Furthermore, to ensure compliance with the above, this part specifies standard test methods for testing primary cells and batteries.
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Electric cells, Primary batteries, Storage batteries, Lithium, Freight transport, Safety measures, Transportation safety, Electrical safety, Electrical testing, Packages, Type testing, Test specimens, Sampling methods, Reproducibility, Testing methods, Marking
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 17 November 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 November 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 143(Part 2):2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 143(Part 2):2009 Primary batteries – Part 2: Physical and electrical specifications
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- This part of standard is applicable to primary batteries based on standardized electro- chemical systems.
It specifies
– the physical dimensions,
– the discharge test conditions and discharge performance requirements. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Electric cells, Primary batteries, Storage batteries, Lithium, Freight transport, Safety measures, Transportation safety, Electrical safety, Electrical testing, Packages, Type testing, Test specimens, Sampling methods, Reproducibility, Testing methods, Marking
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 17 November 2009
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 17 November 2009
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 1): 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 1): 2011Lead acid starter batteries – Part 1: General requirements and methods of test
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard is applicable to lead-acid batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V, used primarily as a power source for the starting of internal combustion engines, lighting and also for auxiliary equipment of internal combustion engine vehicles. These batteries are commonly called "starter batteries". Batteries with a nominal voltage of 6 V are also included within the scope of this Tanzania Standard. All referenced voltages have to be divided by two for 6 V batteries.
This Tanzania Standard is applicable to batteries for the following purposes:
−batteries for passenger cars,
−batteries for commercial and industrial vehicles for normal use,
−batteries for commercial and industrial vehicles for severe use.
This Tanzania Standard is not applicable to batteries for other purposes, for example the starting of railcar internal combustion engines. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 2 and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Lead-acid batteries, Storage batteries, Electric cells, Electrical testing, Performance testing, Voltage, Vehicle components, Internal combustion engines, Road vehicles, Marking, Labels
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 28 July 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 28 July 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 2): 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 2): 2011 Lead – acid starter batteries – Part 2: Dimension of batteries and marking of terminals
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzanian Standard is applicable to lead-acid batteries used for starting, lighting and ignition of passenger automobiles and light commercial vehicles with a nominal voltage of 12 V and 6 V.
All batteries in accordance with this Tanzanian Standard can be fastened to the vehicle either by means of the ledges around the case or by means of a hold-down device engaging with the lid. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 4,5 and 6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Lead-acid batteries, Storage batteries, Electric cells, Electrical testing, Performance testing, Voltage, Vehicle components, Internal combustion engines, Road vehicles, Marking, Labels
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 28 July 2011
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 28 July 2011
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 3): 2011
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 144 (Part 3): 2011 Lead – acid starter batteries – Part 3: Dimensions of batteries for heavy vehicles
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- G: Protection of national security
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard is applicable to lead-acid batteries used for heavy vehicles. This Tanzania Standard specifies the requirements of the main dimensions of starter batteries. For new and future developments of the above applications it is strongly recommended that only batteries from the “Preferred Types” series be used. The preferred types A, B and C are newly introduced and correspond closely to the types D4, D5 and D6 with some differences in tolerances and dimensions
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4 and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Lead-acid batteries, Storage batteries, Electric cells, Electrical testing, Performance testing, Voltage, Vehicle components, Internal combustion engines, Road vehicles, Marking, Labels
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 20 December 1999
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 December 1999
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 115:1999
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 115:1999 Permissible food additives and levels of use- schedules
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard provide a schedule of permissible food additives and their maximum levels of use in specified foods. This schedule does not cover irradiated food additives
- Reference of the measure
- Schedule
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 18 Food additives No - Description
- Food additives, flavor, preservatives
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 10 September 2015
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 10 September 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 152: 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 152: 2015 Steel tubes — Mild steel tubes and sockets screwed — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard covers the requirements for butt welded and seamless, screwed and socketed and plain end mild steel tubes.
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products Yes - Description
- screw threads,steel pipes ,butt welded ,seamless, socketed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 06 December 1982
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 06 December 1982
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 153:1982
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 153:1982 Pipe threads- where presure-tight joints are made on the threads-specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Specifies the designation, dimensions and tolerances of pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 28 Iron and steel products No - Description
- Screwing, corks, valves, design, dimensions, tight joints
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 08 March 1983
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 March 1983
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 157:1983
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 157:1983 Triple superphosphate-specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes the requirements for triple super phosphate used as a fertilizer
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4 and 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 4 Plants and plant products No - Description
- Superphosphate, fertilizer-mix marking, labelling
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 03 August 2006
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 August 2006
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 159:2006
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 159:2006 Fertilizer-Methods of sampling
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- C: Protection of life and health of plants
- Description of the measure
- Prescribe the method of drawing test samples from bags as well as drawing samples of bulk material from wagon, truck loads or from flowing streams and from transfer belts
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 2, 3
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 2 Agricultural products No - Description
- Fertilizer
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 03 October 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 October 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 160: 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 160: 2013 Tomato sauce and ketchup — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes requirements and methods of tests and sampling of tomato sauce and ketchup
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4,6 and 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- tomato sauce, tomato ketchup
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 07 November 2015
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 November 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 161: 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 161: 2015 Chilli sauce — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes specification and methods of test and sampling for chili sauce intended for human consumption.
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4,5,6 and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Chili sauce
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 03 October 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 03 October 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 162:2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 162:2013 Jams, jellies and marmalades — Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes requirements and methods of tests and sampling of jams, jellies and marmalades
- Reference of the measure
- Clause 4, 5 and 6
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- jams, jellies and marmalades
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 27 July 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 July 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 164:2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 164:2009 Textiles – Cotton – Kitenge – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- H: Protection of public morals
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard prescribes the constructional details and other particulars of varieties of cotton vitenge.
The standard does not specify the type of finish, general appearance, luster and neither feels of cloth nor does it specify the colour combinations in printed cloth. - Reference of the measure
- Clause 5, 6, 7 and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Textiles – Cotton – Kitenge
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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Applied by Tanzania on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 27 July 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 July 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- TZS 165:2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- TZS 165:2009 Textiles – Cotton – Khanga – Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Tanzania
- Coded list of objectives
- H: Protection of public morals
- Description of the measure
- This Tanzania Standard prescribes the constructional details and other particulars of varieties of cotton khanga.
The standard does not specify the type of finish, general appearance, luster and feel of cloth nor does it specify colour combinations in printed cloth - Reference of the measure
- Clause 5, 6, 7 and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Textiles – Cotton – Khanga
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world
B8: Conformity assessment related to TBT



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