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B82: Testing requirement

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The measure came into effect on 03 February 2017
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
03 February 2017
Publication where the measure is specified
The Uganda Gazette, Vol. CX No. 7
Regulation where the measure is specified
US 1603: 2016, Chia seed — Specification
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Description of the measure
This Uganda Standard specifies the requirements, sampling and test methods for chia seed (Salvia hispanica L.) for human consumption. This standard does not apply to chia seed as a planting material.
Reference of the measure
US 1603:2016
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
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chia seed (Salvia hispanica L.)
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Applied by Uganda on the entire world for 8517: Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a lo

The measure came into effect on 01 January 2005

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 01 January 2005
Publication where the measure is specified: STATUTORY INSTRUMENTSSTATUTORY INSTRUMENTS SUPPLEMENT No. 10 11th March, 2005 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS SUPPLEMENT to The Uganda Gazette No. 14 Volume XCVIII dated 11th March, 2005 Printed by UPPC, Entebbe, by Order of the Government
Regulation where the measure is specified: The Communications (Telecommunications and radio communicatons equipmnt type approval)Regulations 2005 ( Under section 94 of the Uganda communications Act,cap 106
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
The rationale of the measure: to protect the safety of end-users of telecommunications and radio communications equipment
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: (10) The Commission may, at any time, carry out random testing of a product’s conformity to type.
(11) The Commission shall issue, from time to time, a list of approved telecommunications and radio communications equipment, their technical specifications and applicable type approval fees.
(12) An importer or distributor shall, before selling any equipment, ensure that the equipment meets thestandards and specifications set by the Commission and works compatibly with other equipment within the telecommunications and radio communications networks
11.Verification of equipment
(1) The verification of equipment shall signify that a manufacturer or importer of equipment determined that the equipment was proved to be capable of compliance with the prescribed technical standards, if no unauthorised change is made in the equipment and where the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
(2) Verification of a telecommunications or radio communications equipment shall be by a declaration of conformity where a manufacturer or responsible party makes measurements or takes the necessary steps to ensure that the equipment complies with the appropriate technical standards.
(3) The verification of equipment attaches to all items subsequently marketed by a manufacturer or importer, which are identical to a tested sample and found acceptable by the manufacturer
(4) A declaration of conformity attaches to all items, subsequently marketed by a party responsible for marketing of the items, which are identical to the sample tested and found acceptable by that party.
(5) In verifying compliance, the party responsible shall warrant that each unit of equipment marketed under the verification procedure is identical to the unit tested and found acceptable with the standards and that the records maintained by that party continue to reflect the equipment produced under that verification within variation that can be expected due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis.
(6) An importer of equipment subject to verification may upon receiving a written statement from a manufacturer that the equipment complies with the appropriate technical standards, rely on the manufacturer or an independent testing agency to verify compliance and the test records for compliance may be made available to the Commission upon request.
12.Certification of equipment
(1) A telecommunications or radio communications equipment may receive a certification or equipment authorisation issued by the Commission, based on representations and test data submitted by an applicant.
(2) A grantee of an equipment authorisation shall guarantee and give a warrant that each unit of equipment marketed under the grant and bearing the identification specified in the grant shall, conform to the unit that was measured and that the data, including the design and rated operational characteristics, filed with the application for certification, continues to be representative of the equipment produced under the grant within a variation that can be expected due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis.
(3) The Commission may require an applicant to submit a sample unit for measurement at the Commission’s laboratory or at any other place as the Commission may specify.
(4) Where the applicant believes that shipment of a sample to the Commission’s laboratory is impractical because of the size or weight of the equipment, the power requirement or for any other reason, the applicant may submit a written statement explaining why the shipment is impractical and should not be required.
(5) The Commission may from time to time request a party responsible for any equipment, to submit the equipment to determine the extent to which subsequent production of the equipment continues to comply with the data filed by an applicant or data kept on file with that party, subject to a declaration of conformity.
(6) Any measurement procedure acceptable to the Commission may be used to prepare data demonstrating compliance.
(7) Information on measurement submitted to the Commission shall identify the specific standard or measurement procedure used.
(8) A party making measurements of equipment that is subject to equipment authorization, whether the measurements are filed with the Commission or kept on file by the party responsible for the compliance of the equipment, shall compile a description of the measurement facilities employed.
(9) A description of measurement facilities shall contain—
(a)the location of a test site;
(b)physical description of a test site, accompanied by photographs;
(c)a drawing showing the dimensions of a test site, the physical layout of all supporting structures and all structures within five times the distance between a measuring antenna and a device which is measured;
(d) a description of structures used to support a device which is measured and the test instrumentation;
(e) a list of measuring equipment used;
(f) information concerning the calibration of the measuring equipment, including the date the equipment was last calibrated and how often the equipment is calibrated;
(g)where desired, a statement on whether a test site is available to do measurement services for the public at a fee.
(10) Each equipment covered in an application for equipment authorisation shall bear a name plate or label with a Commission identifier.
(11) A name-plate or label shall be permanently affixed to an equipment and shall be readily visible to a purchaser at the time of purchase.
(12) A grant of equipment authorisation is valid only where the Commission identifier is permanently affixed to the device and remains effective until it is revoked, withdrawn, rescinded, surrendered, or where a termination date is specified by the Commission.
(13) A grantee of equipment authorisation shall be responsible to the Commission, for any equipment produced using the authorisation.
(14) Certification attaches to any equipment subsequently marketed by an authorised person, which is identical to the tested sample.
(15) Any sample of equipment submitted shall be—
(a)in a good working condition;
(b) properly configured for testing and complete with the necessary test adapters; and
(c) clearly marked with a trade name, model and serial number.
14.Application for equipment approval
(1) All applications for equipment approval shall indicate—
(a)the identification, technical description and purpose of the equipment for which approval is sought;
(b)a description of all circuitry employed in assuring compliance with—
(i) specifications, including voltage or current ratings, of all circuit elements in that part of the equipment or circuitry;
(ii) a circuit diagram containing the complete circuit of that part of the equipment or circuitry;
(iii) a statement that the terminal equipment or protective circuitry complies with these Regulations accompanied by test results, description of test procedures, analyses, evaluations, quality control standards and quality assurance standards that are necessary to demonstrate that the terminal equipment or protective circuitry complies with all the applicable rules and regulations;
(iv) a photograph, sample or drawing of the equipment label showing the information to be placed on it;
(v) a photograph ofthe equipment of sufficient clarity to reveal equipment construction and layout and labels for controls, with sufficient views of the internal construction to define component placement and chassis assembly;
(vi) descriptive installation procedures for cross-connect panels where applicable; and
(vii) additional requirements including—
(A) an extension cord consisting of a male connector and a female connector and wiring between them; and
(B) a transfer switch manually operated and wired in a balanced tip and ring configuration.
(2) An application for certification shall be accompanied by a technical report containing—
(a)the full name and mailing address of the manufacturer of a device and the applicant for certification;
(b)the Commission identifier;
(c)a copy of the installation and operating instructions to be furnished to a user;
(d)a brief description of the circuit functions of the device and a statement describing how the device operates, including a description of the ground system and antenna, if any, used with the device;
(e)a block diagram showing the frequency of all oscillators in the device, including the signal path, frequency for tuning range and intermediate frequency for each block and a schematic diagram for intentional radiators;
(f)a report of measurements showing compliance with the Commission technical requirements, including an identification of the test procedure used, the date and location of the measurements, the device that was tested and its model and serial number, if available and sample calculations showing how the measurement results are converted for comparison with the technical requirements;
(g)a sufficient number of photographs to clearly show the construction, the component placement on the chassis, the chassis assembly and the exterior appearance showing the overall appearance, the antenna used with the device, if any, the controls available to a user, and the required identification label in sufficient detail so that the name and Commission identifier can be read;
(h) instead of a photograph of a label in paragragh
(g), a sample label or a facsimile, may be submitted together with a sketch showing where the label is to be placed on the equipment;
(i)where the equipment for which certification is sought must be tested with peripheral or accessory devices connected or installed, a brief description of the peripherals or accessories which shall be unmodified and commercially available equipment.
(3)Where a device covered by an application is designed to operate in conjunction with equipment whose characteristics affect the compliance of the application
(c)descriptions and explanations, necessary for the understanding of the drawings and schemes and the operation of the product;
(d)a list of the standards, applied in full or in part, and descriptions and
explanations of the solutions adopted to meet the essential requirements of the directive, where the standards have not been applied or do not exist;
(e)results of design calculations made and examinations carried out; and
(f) test reports.
(5) A manufacturer or an authorised representative of a manufacturer shall keep a copy of the declaration of conformity with the technical documentation.
(6) A manufacturer shall take all necessary measures during a manufacturing process to ensure compliance of a manufactured product with the technical documentation and these Regulations
16.Quality assurance
(1) In this regulation, “quality assurance” means a system where a manufacturer ensures and declares that a product satisfies the requirements that apply to it and affixes a mark to the product and draws up a written declaration of conformity.
(2) A manufacturer shall operate an approved quality assuarance system for the design, manufacture, inspection of a final product and testing as prescribed by this regulation.
(3) A manufacturer shall lodge an application for assessment of its quality assuarance system with the Commission which shall include—
(a)all relevant information on an envisaged product; and
(b)the quality assuarance system’s documentation.
(4) The quality assuarance system shall ensure the compliance of a product with the requirements that apply to it.
(5) A manufacturer shall document in a systematic and orderly manner and in the form of written policies, procedures and instructions, all the elements, requirements and provisions adopted by the manufacturer, which shall ensure a common understanding of the quality, policies and procedures such as quality programmes, plans, manuals and records.
(6) The Commission shall assess the quality assuarance system to determine whether it satisfies the requirements prescribed in this regulation, and in particular, whether the quality control system ensures conformity of a product with this regulation, using the relevant documentation and test results supplied by a manufacturer.
(7) A manufacturer shall undertake to fulfil the obligations arising out of the quality assuarance system as approved and to uphold it so that it remains adequate and efficient.
(8) A manufacturer or an authorised representative of a manufacturer shall keep the Commission informed of any intended update of the quality assuarance system.
(9) Where a manufacturer proposes to modify the quality assuarance
system, the Commission shall evaluate the modifications and determine whether the proposals satisfy the requirements under this regulation or whether a reassessment of the system is required.
(10) A manufacturer shall allow the Commission access, for inspection purposes, to the location of design, manufacture, inspection, testing, and storage and shall provide it with all necessary information and in particular—
(a) the quality assuarance system documentation;
(b) the quality assuarance records of the design stage of the quality assuarance system, including results of analyses, calculations and tests; and
(c)the quality assuarance records of the manufacturing stage of the quality assuarance system, including inspection reports, test data, calibration data and qualification reports of the concerned personnel.
(11) The Commission may at any time make a visit to a manufacturer and carry out tests or have tests carried out to check the functioning of the quality assuarance system.
(12) A manufacturer shall be provided with a visit report and where a test has been carried out, the manufacturer shall be provided with the test report of the Commission.
18.Labelling requirements
(1) A manufacturer or importer of specified customer equipment or specified customer cabling shall apply on the equipment or cabling, a label that indicates that the equipment or cabling meets the prescribed standards.
(2) Before a label is applied on any equipment or cabling, the following requirements shall be complied with—
(a)the manufacturer or importer shall obtain certification from the Commission, that the equipment or cabling complies with the prescribed standard;
(b)the equipment or cabling shall be tested by a recognised testing authority, for compliance with the prescribed standards;
(c)a manufacturer or importer shall—
(i) conduct quality assurance programs;
(ii) be satisfied that quality assurance programs are conducted; and
(iii) have regard to the results of quality assurance programs;
(d) a manufacturer or importer shall obtain certification from the Commission that reasonable efforts have been made to comply with the specified standards; and
(e)a manufacturer or importer shall make a written declaration in relation to the equipment or cabling
Reference of the measure: Section 6(10-12), section 11(1-9), Section 12 (3),(4),(9),(15), 14(1),16(2) (11-12),18(2)
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8517	Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a lo	No

Description: telecommunications and radio communications equipment

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	01 January 2005

Description: All countries

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Applied by Uganda on the entire world for 9503.00.00: Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages; dolls; other toys; reduced-size ("scale") models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds., 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles, 39: Plastics and articles thereof, 40: Rubber and articles thereof, 42: Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk- worm gut), 48: Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard, 49: Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans, 87: Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling- stock,and parts and accessories thereof and 64: Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles

The measure came into effect on 17 April 2015

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 17 April 2015
Publication where the measure is specified: Statutory Instrument 2015 N0 11,To the Uganda Gazette No 19 Volume CVIII dated 17th /04/2015,(Import inspection and clearance) regulations, 2015
Regulation where the measure is specified: The Uganda National Bureau of standards (Import inspection and clearance) regulations 2015
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: Section 3: Goods to be accompanied by a certificate of conformity or a certificate of road worthness
(1) The bureau shall carry out conformity assessment of all goods covered by compulsory standards destined for Uganda.
(2) The Bureau may appoint an inspection agency or agencies to acrry out conformity assessment of goods covered by compulsory stnadards destined for Uganda.
(3) An importer of a product covered by a compulsory standard specified in schedule 2 shall ensure that the supplier of the imported goods subjects them to inspection for conformity to standards in the country of origin and a certificate of conformity is issued before the goods are shipped to Uganda.
Schedule 2- Regulations 3(3),3(8) and 4(1)
1. Group I- Toys
2. Group II-Electrical Electronics
3. Group III- Automatic products and inputs
4. Group IV-Chemical products
5. Group V- Mechanical Materials and gas appliances
6. Group VI –Textile leather, plastic and rubber
7. Group VII--Furniture ( wood and Metal articles
8. Group VIII- Paper and stationary
9. Group IX protrctive safety equipments
10. Group X- food and food products
11. Group XI- Used products including motor vehicles
(4) An importer of a used motor vehicle into Uganda shall ensure that the motor vehicle is subjected to PVOC to ensure conformity to the prescribed Uganda standards and that a certificate of road worthness is used in respect of the motor vehicle
(5) The authorized officer of the inspection agency shall carry out conformity of the goods or motor vehicle to assess its compliance to the relevant standards upon receipt of an application from the exporter or importer.
(6) The application for acertificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness shall be made in the prescribed form and shall be accompanied by the relevant documents.
(7) The application for a certificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness shall pay the inspection fees and charges prescribed in schedule 1.
Schedule 1: regulation 3(7)
1 Where a sample is subjected to laboratory tests analysis, the importer shall be required to pay for the fee test charges as billed by the relevant laboratory
2 The fees and charges referred to in regulation (7) shall be as follows and shall be based on the value of import shipment.
(a) The applicable verification fees depend on the route, subject to the minimum and maximum detailed below;
the fees are payable by the exporter or manufacturer and payable in advance.
Route A (unregistered Products)
0.500% of FOB value subject to aminimum of US $ 220 and maximum US $ 2.375
Route B: (registered products)
0.45% of FOB value subject to aminimum of US $ 220 and Maximum of US $ 2,375
Rote C (Licensed products)
Licensed products (0.25% of FOB value subject toi a minimum of US $ 220 and maximum of US $ 2375.
(b) Used cars
Inspection fees
Fees payable upon inspection will vary depending on acountry of origin as specified below;
Japan (US $ 140)
Singapore ( US $ 180)
United Kingdom (BCP 125)
South Africa ( R 1685) and
United Arab Emirates (Dubai) (US $ 125)
Testing Fees: determined as a case by case basis
(8) A person who imports goods specified in schedule 2 withiout a certificated of conformity or certificate of roadworthness shall pay a surcharge of 15% of CIF value of goods and the goods shall be subjected to a destination inspection.
(9) The inspection agency shall issue the applicant with a certificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness where the product complies with the requirements of the relevant standards
(10) The destination inspection agency shall issue non-conformity report for the goods or motor vehicles where the product does not conform to the requirements of the relevant standards and shall notify the Bureau.
Section 4 Application for import Clearance certificate
(1) The Importer of goods or motor vehicle covered by acompulsory standard specified in schedule 2 shall apply to the bureau for an import clearance certificate upon arrival of the goods at the port of entry.
(2) The application shall be made prior to or upon arrival of the goods or motor vehicle at the point of entry but prior to the release of the goods or motor vehicle to the importer by the Uganda revenue authority
(3) the application for an import clearance certificate shall be made in the prescribed form and shall be accompanied by acertificate of conformity or clearance of roadworthness together with the relevant customs documents.
Section 5. Handling of an application
(1) The authorized officer shall, upon receipt of an application verify the documents to ensure that the application is duly filled and accompanied by all necessary certificated of roadworthness.
(2) The authority officer shall verify the goods or motor vehicle to ensure that they match with the declaration in the application in the certificate of conformity or certificate of road worthness
(3) The authorized officer shall subject goods that are not accompanied by acertificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness to destination inspection after payment of relevant surcharge fees.
(4) The authorized officer shall subject goods or motor vehicles that do not match with the certificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness to destination inspection.
(5) The authorized officer shall issue an import clearance certificate in respect of goods or motor vehicles which have been verified and found to have been duly inspected from the country of origin and issued with certificate of conformity or a certificate of roadworthness and where the authorized officer finds finds no reason to doubt compliance with the relevant standards in Uganda.
(6) The authorized officer may subject the goods to destination inspection where he or she finds reason to doubt compliance with the relevant standards in Uganda.
(7) The authorized officer shall issue an import clearance certificate in respect of the goods where the goods have been subjected to destination inspection and have been determined to confirm to the relevant Uganda standards.
(8) In the case of goods, the inspector shall before issuing an import clearance certificate ensure that the products have adefined and marked shelf life of atleast-
(a) 75% of food stauff; and
(b) 50% of all non-food staffs
6. Release of goods withiout issue of certificate.
An authorized officer shall not release goods or motor vehicles from appoint of entry, other than to abonded warehouse, unless the importer of the goods or motor vehicle has been issued with an importer clearance certificate
7. Products with Uganda certification mark
An importer of a product manufactured outside East African Community (EAC) region in respect of which has has been issued a permit to use the Uganda certificate mark, shall not be subjected to PVOC.
8. Producs manufactured within the EAC partner states
An importer of a produc manufactured within EAC common market and which bear the certification marks of the respective EAC partner states shall be subjected to import clearance but shall be exempted from PVOC.
10. Absence of service providers
A person who imports goods or motor vehicles from a country that is not covered by a service provider shall have goods subjected to destination inspection fee but shall be exempted from 15% of CIF surcharge.
11. Handling of non-conforming goods or motor vehicles.
(1) Goods or motor vehicles which have been issued a seizure with a seizure notice shall be handled in accordance with the best practices and as recommended by the authorized officer at the expense of the importer.
(2) Goods or motor vehicles which have been issued with a seizure with a seizure , notice and have been deemed not to confirm to the applicable compulsory standard (s) shall either be destroyed or re-exported.
(3) Goods or motor vehicles which have been issued aseizure notice and determined by an authorized officer not to pose asignificant risk to the environment may be destroyed withiout re-exportation.
(4) Goods or motor vehicles which have been issued aseizure notice and determined by an authorized officer to pose asignificant risk to the environment shall be re-exported to the country of origin.
(5) Goods or motor vehicles which have been issued aseizure notice shall not be re-exported to another country other than the country of origin.
(6) The destruction of the goods or motor vehicles which have been issued aseizure notice shall be done in accordance with the relevant national regulations and guidelines
!2. Destination Inspection
(1) Goods or motor vehicles specified in schedule 2 which arrive at a point of entry withiout a certificate of conformity or certificate of roadworthness shall be subjected to asurcah of 15% of CIF in addition to the payment of the prescribed inspection fees before destination inspection is undertaken.
(2) All goods or motor vehicles subjected to destination inspection shall be subjected to payment of the prescribed inspection fees.
(3) The importer of goods or motor vehicles shall be responsible for the costs of storage, analysis and any other incidental charges incurred during destination inspection.
(4) The goods or motor vehicles subject to destination inspection shall be inspected and evaluated by the authorized officer or designated agency to determine conformity with relevant Uganda standards.
(5) The authorized officer or designated inspection agency may take a sample for laboratory analysis during the destination inspection to determine conformity with relevant Uganda standards.
(6) The authorized officer shall issue an import clearance certificate in respect of goods or motor vehicles where goods or motor vehicles have been determined to conform to relevant Uganda standards during destination inspection.
(7) The authorized officer shall issue aseizure notice and notify the relevant authorities including the designated inspection agency and where applicable the Uganda revenue authority and the goods or motor vehicles shall not be permitted entry into domestic market where goods or motor vehicles have been subjected to destination inspection and have been determined not to confirm to the relevant Uganda standards.
13.Release Under Seal
(1) An inspector may release goods under seal where the importer has cleared with the requirements of Uganda revenue authority but the bureau has subjected the goods to inspection, sampling, testing and evaluation.
(2) The release under seal is subject to payment of an administration fee prescribed in schedule 1 in addition to inspection fee.
Schedule 1 Release Under Seal fees regulation 12(2)
(3) A cash bond worth 15% of the CIF vakue of the goods shall be presented before the release under seal.
(4) The cahs bond shall be excuted when the goods do not meet the requirements of the standard so as to cate for the costs of destruction or re-exportation.
(5) The cahs bond shall be returned to the exporter once the importer is issued with an import clearance certificate.
14. Exemption
All goods specified in schedule 3 shall be exempted from PVOC programme.
Schedule 3. Exemptions regulation 13.
-General goods whose FOB does not exceed US 2000
-Prohobited goods according to the EAC customs management Act 2006 and the East Africa stanadards catalogue and quality assurance and testing Act (SQMT) 2006 and any other laws of the community
-Government project specific goods
-Raw materials which were brought in for manufacturing process and not for sale.
-Diplomatic cargo.
-Personal effects
-Goods that are not covered by compulsory standards
-Certified goods including those from the EAC partner states
-Industrial machinery and spare parts not for re-sale
-Re-exports from within the EAC that have undergone PVOC with relevant valid traceable certificates of conformity for the EAC partner states for re-export
-Classified military, police and prisons hardware and equipment
Reference of the measure: Section 3 7(1-2)
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication
9503.00.00	Tricycles, scooters, pedal cars and similar wheeled toys; dolls' carriages; dolls; other toys; reduced-size ("scale") models and similar recreational models, working or not; puzzles of all kinds.	No
85	Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles	Yes	electrical electronics
PG: 32	Textile products	No
39	Plastics and articles thereof	No
40	Rubber and articles thereof	No
42	Articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk- worm gut)	Yes	leather
48	Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or of paperboard	No
49	Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans	No
87	Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling- stock,and parts and accessories thereof	Yes	used
64	Footwear, gaiters and the like; parts of such articles	Yes	leather

Description: Group I- Toys
2. Group II-Electrical Electronics
3. Group III- Automatic products and inputs
4. Group IV-Chemical products
5. Group V- Mechanical Materials and gas appliances
6. Group VI –Textile leather, plastic and rubber
7. Group VII--Furniture ( wood and Metal articles
8. Group VIII- Paper and stationary
9. Group IX protrctive safety equipments
11. Group XI- Used products including motor vehicles

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	17 April 2015

Description: All countries

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The measure came into effect on 01 January 2005

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 01 January 2005
Publication where the measure is specified: STATUTORY INSTRUMENTSSTATUTORY INSTRUMENTS SUPPLEMENT No. 10 11th March, 2005 STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS SUPPLEMENT to The Uganda Gazette No. 14 Volume XCVIII dated 11th March, 2005 Printed by UPPC, Entebbe, by Order of the Government
Regulation where the measure is specified: The Communications (Telecommunications and radio communicatons equipmnt type approval)Regulations 2005 ( Under section 94 of the Uganda communications Act,cap 106
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: (10) The Commission may, at any time, carry out random testing of a product’s conformity to type.
(11) The Commission shall issue, from time to time, a list of approved telecommunications and radio communications equipment, their technical specifications and applicable type approval fees.
(12) An importer or distributor shall, before selling any equipment, ensure that the equipment meets thestandards and specifications set by the Commission and works compatibly with other equipment within the telecommunications and radio communications networks
11.Verification of equipment
(1) The verification of equipment shall signify that a manufacturer or importer of equipment determined that the equipment was proved to be capable of compliance with the prescribed technical standards, if no unauthorised change is made in the equipment and where the equipment is properly maintained and operated.
(2) Verification of a telecommunications or radio communications equipment shall be by a declaration of conformity where a manufacturer or responsible party makes measurements or takes the necessary steps to ensure that the equipment complies with the appropriate technical standards.
(3) The verification of equipment attaches to all items subsequently marketed by a manufacturer or importer, which are identical to a tested sample and found acceptable by the manufacturer
(4) A declaration of conformity attaches to all items, subsequently marketed by a party responsible for marketing of the items, which are identical to the sample tested and found acceptable by that party.
(5) In verifying compliance, the party responsible shall warrant that each unit of equipment marketed under the verification procedure is identical to the unit tested and found acceptable with the standards and that the records maintained by that party continue to reflect the equipment produced under that verification within variation that can be expected due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis.
(6) An importer of equipment subject to verification may upon receiving a written statement from a manufacturer that the equipment complies with the appropriate technical standards, rely on the manufacturer or an independent testing agency to verify compliance and the test records for compliance may be made available to the Commission upon request.
12.Certification of equipment
(1) A telecommunications or radio communications equipment may receive a certification or equipment authorisation issued by the Commission, based on representations and test data submitted by an applicant.
(2) A grantee of an equipment authorisation shall guarantee and give a warrant that each unit of equipment marketed under the grant and bearing the identification specified in the grant shall, conform to the unit that was measured and that the data, including the design and rated operational characteristics, filed with the application for certification, continues to be representative of the equipment produced under the grant within a variation that can be expected due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis.
(3) The Commission may require an applicant to submit a sample unit for measurement at the Commission’s laboratory or at any other place as the Commission may specify.
(4) Where the applicant believes that shipment of a sample to the Commission’s laboratory is impractical because of the size or weight of the equipment, the power requirement or for any other reason, the applicant may submit a written statement explaining why the shipment is impractical and should not be required.
(5) The Commission may from time to time request a party responsible for any equipment, to submit the equipment to determine the extent to which subsequent production of the equipment continues to comply with the data filed by an applicant or data kept on file with that party, subject to a declaration of conformity.
(6) Any measurement procedure acceptable to the Commission may be used to prepare data demonstrating compliance.
(7) Information on measurement submitted to the Commission shall identify the specific standard or measurement procedure used.
(8) A party making measurements of equipment that is subject to equipment authorization, whether the measurements are filed with the Commission or kept on file by the party responsible for the compliance of the equipment, shall compile a description of the measurement facilities employed.
(9) A description of measurement facilities shall contain—
(a)the location of a test site;
(b)physical description of a test site, accompanied by photographs;
(c)a drawing showing the dimensions of a test site, the physical layout of all supporting structures and all structures within five times the distance between a measuring antenna and a device which is measured;
(d) a description of structures used to support a device which is measured and the test instrumentation;
(e) a list of measuring equipment used;
(f) information concerning the calibration of the measuring equipment, including the date the equipment was last calibrated and how often the equipment is calibrated;
(g)where desired, a statement on whether a test site is available to do measurement services for the public at a fee.
(10) Each equipment covered in an application for equipment authorisation shall bear a name plate or label with a Commission identifier.
(11) A name-plate or label shall be permanently affixed to an equipment and shall be readily visible to a purchaser at the time of purchase.
(12) A grant of equipment authorisation is valid only where the Commission identifier is permanently affixed to the device and remains effective until it is revoked, withdrawn, rescinded, surrendered, or where a termination date is specified by the Commission.
(13) A grantee of equipment authorisation shall be responsible to the Commission, for any equipment produced using the authorisation.
(14) Certification attaches to any equipment subsequently marketed by an authorised person, which is identical to the tested sample.
(15) Any sample of equipment submitted shall be—
(a)in a good working condition;
(b) properly configured for testing and complete with the necessary test adapters; and
(c) clearly marked with a trade name, model and serial number.
14.Application for equipment approval
(1) All applications for equipment approval shall indicate—
(a)the identification, technical description and purpose of the equipment for which approval is sought;
(b)a description of all circuitry employed in assuring compliance with—
(i) specifications, including voltage or current ratings, of all circuit elements in that part of the equipment or circuitry;
(ii) a circuit diagram containing the complete circuit of that part of the equipment or circuitry;
(iii) a statement that the terminal equipment or protective circuitry complies with these Regulations accompanied by test results, description of test procedures, analyses, evaluations, quality control standards and quality assurance standards that are necessary to demonstrate that the terminal equipment or protective circuitry complies with all the applicable rules and regulations;
(iv) a photograph, sample or drawing of the equipment label showing the information to be placed on it;
(v) a photograph ofthe equipment of sufficient clarity to reveal equipment construction and layout and labels for controls, with sufficient views of the internal construction to define component placement and chassis assembly;
(vi) descriptive installation procedures for cross-connect panels where applicable; and
(vii) additional requirements including—
(A) an extension cord consisting of a male connector and a female connector and wiring between them; and
(B) a transfer switch manually operated and wired in a balanced tip and ring configuration.
(2) An application for certification shall be accompanied by a technical report containing—
(a)the full name and mailing address of the manufacturer of a device and the applicant for certification;
(b)the Commission identifier;
(c)a copy of the installation and operating instructions to be furnished to a user;
(d)a brief description of the circuit functions of the device and a statement describing how the device operates, including a description of the ground system and antenna, if any, used with the device;
(e)a block diagram showing the frequency of all oscillators in the device, including the signal path, frequency for tuning range and intermediate frequency for each block and a schematic diagram for intentional radiators;
(f)a report of measurements showing compliance with the Commission technical requirements, including an identification of the test procedure used, the date and location of the measurements, the device that was tested and its model and serial number, if available and sample calculations showing how the measurement results are converted for comparison with the technical requirements;
(g)a sufficient number of photographs to clearly show the construction, the component placement on the chassis, the chassis assembly and the exterior appearance showing the overall appearance, the antenna used with the device, if any, the controls available to a user, and the required identification label in sufficient detail so that the name and Commission identifier can be read;
(h) instead of a photograph of a label in paragragh
(g), a sample label or a facsimile, may be submitted together with a sketch showing where the label is to be placed on the equipment;
(i)where the equipment for which certification is sought must be tested with peripheral or accessory devices connected or installed, a brief description of the peripherals or accessories which shall be unmodified and commercially available equipment.
(3)Where a device covered by an application is designed to operate in conjunction with equipment whose characteristics affect the compliance of the application
(c)descriptions and explanations, necessary for the understanding of the drawings and schemes and the operation of the product;
(d)a list of the standards, applied in full or in part, and descriptions and
explanations of the solutions adopted to meet the essential requirements of the directive, where the standards have not been applied or do not exist;
(e)results of design calculations made and examinations carried out; and
(f) test reports.
(5) A manufacturer or an authorised representative of a manufacturer shall keep a copy of the declaration of conformity with the technical documentation.
(6) A manufacturer shall take all necessary measures during a manufacturing process to ensure compliance of a manufactured product with the technical documentation and these Regulations
16.Quality assurance
(1) In this regulation, “quality assurance” means a system where a manufacturer ensures and declares that a product satisfies the requirements that apply to it and affixes a mark to the product and draws up a written declaration of conformity.
(2) A manufacturer shall operate an approved quality assuarance system for the design, manufacture, inspection of a final product and testing as prescribed by this regulation.
(3) A manufacturer shall lodge an application for assessment of its quality assuarance system with the Commission which shall include—
(a)all relevant information on an envisaged product; and
(b)the quality assuarance system’s documentation.
(4) The quality assuarance system shall ensure the compliance of a product with the requirements that apply to it.
(5) A manufacturer shall document in a systematic and orderly manner and in the form of written policies, procedures and instructions, all the elements, requirements and provisions adopted by the manufacturer, which shall ensure a common understanding of the quality, policies and procedures such as quality programmes, plans, manuals and records.
(6) The Commission shall assess the quality assuarance system to determine whether it satisfies the requirements prescribed in this regulation, and in particular, whether the quality control system ensures conformity of a product with this regulation, using the relevant documentation and test results supplied by a manufacturer.
(7) A manufacturer shall undertake to fulfil the obligations arising out of the quality assuarance system as approved and to uphold it so that it remains adequate and efficient.
(8) A manufacturer or an authorised representative of a manufacturer shall keep the Commission informed of any intended update of the quality assuarance system.
(9) Where a manufacturer proposes to modify the quality assuarance
system, the Commission shall evaluate the modifications and determine whether the proposals satisfy the requirements under this regulation or whether a reassessment of the system is required.
(10) A manufacturer shall allow the Commission access, for inspection purposes, to the location of design, manufacture, inspection, testing, and storage and shall provide it with all necessary information and in particular—
(a) the quality assuarance system documentation;
(b) the quality assuarance records of the design stage of the quality assuarance system, including results of analyses, calculations and tests; and
(c)the quality assuarance records of the manufacturing stage of the quality assuarance system, including inspection reports, test data, calibration data and qualification reports of the concerned personnel.
(11) The Commission may at any time make a visit to a manufacturer and carry out tests or have tests carried out to check the functioning of the quality assuarance system.
(12) A manufacturer shall be provided with a visit report and where a test has been carried out, the manufacturer shall be provided with the test report of the Commission.
18.Labelling requirements
(1) A manufacturer or importer of specified customer equipment or specified customer cabling shall apply on the equipment or cabling, a label that indicates that the equipment or cabling meets the prescribed standards.
(2) Before a label is applied on any equipment or cabling, the following requirements shall be complied with—
(a)the manufacturer or importer shall obtain certification from the Commission, that the equipment or cabling complies with the prescribed standard;
(b)the equipment or cabling shall be tested by a recognised testing authority, for compliance with the prescribed standards;
(c)a manufacturer or importer shall—
(i) conduct quality assurance programs;
(ii) be satisfied that quality assurance programs are conducted; and
(iii) have regard to the results of quality assurance programs;
(d) a manufacturer or importer shall obtain certification from the Commission that reasonable efforts have been made to comply with the specified standards; and
(e)a manufacturer or importer shall make a written declaration in relation to the equipment or cabling
Reference of the measure: Section 6(10-12), section 11(1-9), Section 12 (3),(4),(9),(15), 14(1),16(2) (11-12),18(2)
Measure also domestic: No

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8517	Telephone sets, including telephones for cellular networks or for other wireless networks; other apparatus for the transmission or reception of voice, images or other data, including apparatus for communication in a wired or wireless network (such as a lo	No

Description: telecommunications and radio communications equipment

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	01 January 2005

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The measure came into effect on 01 January 2015

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 01 January 2015
Publication where the measure is specified: The control of agricultural chemicals Act, statutory Instrument 29-1
Regulation where the measure is specified: The control of Agricultural Chemicals (regulations control) regulations
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
The rationale of the measure: for efficacy, suitability and safety
Coded list of objectives: A: Protection of human life and health, C: Protection of life and health of plants and E: Protection of the environment
Description of the measure: 8. Application for registration of agricultural chemical.
(1) An application for registration of an agricultural chemical shall be made to the board in Form A in the First Schedule.
(2) The application shall be accompanied by—
(a) five copies of the label for the agricultural chemical or duly certified copies of it;
(b) samples of—
(i) the agricultural chemical for official testing, evaluation and screening;
(ii) the technical grade of the agricultural chemical’s active ingredients;
(iii) the laboratory standard of the agricultural chemical’s active ingredients;
(c) information regarding—
(i) the technical knowledge of the applicant;
(ii) a certified application dosage and prescribed usage of the agricultural chemical;
(iii) the expiry date or the shelf life and date of manufacture of the agricultural chemical;
(iv) Re entry and pre harvest intervals;
(v) the corrosive effects of the agricultural chemical;
(vi) antidotes and first-aid treatment recommended in case of accidental poisoning;
(vii) special protective clothing required in respect of the use of the agricultural chemical; and
(d) such other information or matter as the board may require.
(3) An applicant not resident in Uganda shall apply through an agent who is a permanent (or who is ordinarily) resident in Uganda
14. Testing of agricultural chemicals.
(1) Candidate agricultural chemicals shall be tested by competent scientists in institutions such as universities, research institutes and companies authorised by the board, for efficacy, suitability and safety.
(2) Applications for testing candidate agricultural chemicals shall be made to the board.
(3) A fee shall be charged for covering the costs of testing and for partial registration as determined, from time to time, by the board but not less than two million shillings. A temporary certificate for registration shall be issued to the applicant in Form C of the First Schedule to these Regulations.
(4) The company applying for the tests shall submit samples to the board in quantities enough to complete the tests.
(5) The samples shall be submitted by the company in code numbers, and trade names and generic (common) names for the formulation, accompanied by a sample of 100 percent technical material.
(6) The company responsible for the agricultural chemical shall not canvass, influence or seek to know or deal directly with the research staff team or personnel testing the candidate agricultural chemical.
(7) The board shall appoint a researcher or researchers to test the candidate agricultural chemical following specified guidelines.
(8) The agricultural chemical shall be tested for a minimum of three crop growing seasons or six months for animals, both in the laboratory and different field locations in Uganda to cover all the appropriate ecological zones.
(9) The company submitting the candidate agricultural chemical shall provide all technical information necessary to guide the testing process, that is, toxicity, environment, LD, MRLs and tolerance levels and any other relevant information.
(10) The researcher shall gather, analyse and compile test data into a
technical report.
(11) The technical report shall be submitted to the board through the agricultural chemicals control technical committee.
(12) The decision of the board on the report shall be communicated to the company responsible for the candidate agricultural chemical and to the office of the registrar for necessary action.
(13) The researcher shall prepare technical communications and recommendations in respect of the approved chemicals.
(14) Agricultural chemicals, such as pesticides, shall be recommended for the control of specific pests on all host crops rather than being recommended for use on specific crops except for phytotoxity and residue considerations.
15. Reporting.
(1) All test result reports shall be confidential and available to the Government and the requisitioning company only.
(2) No publication of the results in the report shall be made without permission of the board.
(3) The technical communication and recommendation is the only information to be made public.
16. Approval.
(1) All test result reports shall be submitted to the Board.
(2) The agricultural chemical control technical committee shall receive and study the report and advise the board as the committee considers fit.
(3) Approval shall be granted or denied to an agricultural chemical within six months from the end of the period required for testing.
(4) The board shall be the sole authority to release the results.
(5) The company responsible for the candidate chemical shall be informed of the board’s decision within six months after the expiry of the test period.
Reference of the measure: Part II section 8(2), part III Sections 14-16
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
31	Fertilisers	No
3808	Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar products, put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles (for example, sulphur-treated bands, wi	Yes	Agricultural Chemicals

Description: Agricultural Chemicals

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	01 January 2015

Description: All countries

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Applied by Uganda on the entire world for

The measure came into effect on 10 October 1983
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
10 October 1983
Publication where the measure is specified
-Uganda National Bureau of Standards [Cap. 327. CHAPTER327 THEU GANDA NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS ACT. Arrangement of
Regulation where the measure is specified
THE UGANDA NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS ACT
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure
22 (l)Every person to whom a permit has been granted under this Act shall,if and whenever' required by the council so to do submit for examination or testing a sample of the commodity in respect ofwhich the permit has been granted,or submit any information relating to the manufacture of, and testing done by him or her on,that commodity.
(2)All samples required to be submitted under this section may be seleceted at randam by any person acting under the authority of the'council
Reference of the measure
Section 22
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
PG: 1 All products No
Description
All products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world 10 October 1983
Description
All countries
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The measure came into effect on 07 August 2015
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
07 August 2015
Publication where the measure is specified
THE UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 43 of 7 August 2015
Regulation where the measure is specified
US IEC 60502-4:2010, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from 1 kV (Um = 1,2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) - Part 4: Test requirements on accessories for cables with rated voltages from 6 kV (Um = 7,2 kV) up
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Description of the measure
This Uganda Standard specifies the test requirements for type testing of accessories for power cables with rated voltages from 3,6/6 (7,2) kV up to 18/30 (36) kV, complying with IEC 60502-2. (This Uganda Standard cancels and replaces, US EAS 506-4:2008, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from 1 kV (Um = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) — Part 4: Test requirements on accessories for cables with rated voltages from 6 kV (Um = 7.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV), which has been republished)
Reference of the measure
US IEC 60502-4:2010
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Description
Power cables
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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The measure came into effect on 12 August 2016
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
12 August 2016
Publication where the measure is specified
The Uganda Gazette Vol. CVIII No. 57
Regulation where the measure is specified
US ISO 4869- 2:1994, Acoustics — Hearing protectors — Part 2: Estimation of effective A-weighted sound pressure levels when hearing protectors are worn
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Description of the measure
This Uganda Standard describes three methods (the octave-band, HML and SNR methods) of estimating the A-weighted sound pressure levels effective when hearing protectors are worn. The methods are applicable to either the sound pressure level or the equivalent continuous sound pressure level of the noise. Although primarily intended for steady noise exposures, the methods are also applicable to noises containing impulsive components.
Reference of the measure
US ISO 4869- 2:1994
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Description
Hearing protectors
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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The measure came into effect on 21 April 2015
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
21 April 2015
Publication where the measure is specified
UGANDA GAZETTE Vol. CVIII No. 20 of 21 April 2015
Regulation where the measure is specified
US ISO 10461:2005, Gas cylinders — Seamless aluminium-alloy gas cylinders — Periodic inspection and testing
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Description of the measure
This Uganda Standard deals with seamless aluminium-alloy transportable gas cylinders intended for compressed and liquefied gases under pressure, of water capacity from 0.5 l to 150 l; it also applies, as far as practical, to cylinders of less than 0.5 l water capacity. This standard specifies the requirements for periodic inspection and testing to verify the integrity of such gas cylinders for further service. This standard does not apply to periodic inspection and testing of acetylene cylinders or composite cylinders with aluminium-alloy liners.
Reference of the measure
US ISO 10461:2005
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Description
gas cylinders
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
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The measure came into effect on 29 June 2007
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
29 June 2007
Publication where the measure is specified
ACTS SUPPLEMENT No. 3 29th June, 2007. ACTS SUPPLEMENT to The Uganda Gazette No. 32 Volume C dated 29th June, 2007
Regulation where the measure is specified
THE SEEDS AND PLANT ACT, 2006
Country/Region applying the measure
Uganda
Coded list of objectives
C: Protection of life and health of plants
Description of the measure
9.Variety testing, release and registration.
(1)All imported and domestic varieties shall undergo testing in variety performance trials for at least two main growing seasons before their release.
(2)For imported varieties, data from advanced yield trials shall serve as supportive evidence regarding the performance of a variety.
(3)The certification service shall advise the breeder on the appropriate method and period of test for—
(a)agricultural value in an approved number of sites in their appropriate ecological zones;
(b)agricultural value for ratoons, forest and fruit trees, fibres, ornamentals, beverage crops and other plants and zones for which a system of evaluation is not practicable.
(4)The naming of new varieties shall be the responsibility of the relevant plant breeders and shall be subject to approval by the Variety Release Committee.
(5)The Board may grant breeders rights for a variety of seeds on the recommendation of the National Variety Release Committee.
(6)The certification service shall be responsible for undertaking variety testing as required for the granting of plant breeders rights in accordance with relevant law.
(7)All plant breeders, both local and foreign shall apply to the certification service for the release of their varieties.
(8)A variety released under subsection (7) shall be eligible for certification and shall be entered on the National Variety List and East African Common Catalogue.
(9)The maintenance and supply of breeders seed shall be the responsibility of the breeders concerned and a reference sample shall be deposited with the certification service on initial release.
(10)All plant breeders of public or private institutions and importers of varieties for seed production in Uganda shall be registered with the certification service on payment of the prescribed fee.
(11)The breeder or applicant shall provide data for advanced yield, multi-locational trials for at least one main growing season from relevant agro-ecological zones.
(12)The breeder or applicant shall conduct on farm trials for one main growing season concurrently with variety performance trials.
(13)The certification service shall be responsible for conducting variety performance trials in a number of representative locations, but may delegate suitable organisations to carry out this function.
(14)Vegetatively propagated materials shall be evaluated for their genetic and agricultural values.
10. Multiplication and licensing.
(1)Subject to the provisions of this Act, there shall be recognised classes of seeds as may be set out in regulations made under this Act.
(2)All seed merchants and dealers shall be licensed on application to the certification service and shall pay a prescribed annual fee.
(3)The Minister may, by statutory instrument, declare any area as a segregated area and may, by that instrument, prohibit the planting and movement of any type of seed or plant within that area either for a specific period or until the revocation of the instrument.
12.Seed marketing.
(1)All seed offered for sale shall be properly labelled and sealed in accordance with the specifications set out in regulations made under this Act.
(2)A person who intends to import or export seed shall apply to the certification service for a licence in the manner prescribed by regulations made under this Act.
(3) Only seed of approved varieties and which—
(a) meets the standards established by the National Seed Certification Services for domestic seed trade; and
(b) are accompanied by a declaration of minimum certification standards on an ISTA certificate or domestic certificates and a phytosanitary certificate as provided in the Plant Protection and Plant Health Act, shall be imported into Uganda.
(4)All seed intended for export shall comply with the requirements of the importing country.
(5)Genetically modified seeds will be regulated in accordance with the Uganda National Council of Science and Technology Act or any relevant law
Reference of the measure
Part II para 9(1,2,12)
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
PG: 3 Seeds for sowing No 29 June 2007
Description
Seeds
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world 29 June 2007
Description
All countries

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
PG: 1	All products	No

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	10 October 1983

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
PG: 3	Seeds for sowing	No		29 June 2007

Inclusion/Exclusion	Country	Date in	Date out
Inclusion	Entire world	29 June 2007

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2710.91: -- Containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychlorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)

The measure came into effect on 10 July 2014

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
2710.91	-- Containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polychlorinated terphenyls (PCTs) or polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs)	Yes	Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) materials and Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCBs) contaminated materials

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0102.90: - Other, 0106.19: -- Other, 0106.20: - Reptiles (including snakes and turtles), 0106.49: -- Other, 0106.31: -- Birds of prey, 0106.32: -- Psittaciformes (including parrots, parakeets, macaws and cockatoos), 0106.11: -- Primates and 0301.19: -- Other

The measure came into effect on 31 March 2015

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 31 March 2015
Publication where the measure is specified: Government Gazette No. 38600 of March 31, 2015
Regulation where the measure is specified: National Environmental Management Threatened Or Protected Species Regulations
Country/Region applying the measure: South Africa
The rationale of the measure: None specified
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: 73(5) Notwithstanding the provision of subregulations (1) and (3), a live specimen of a listed threatened or
protected species may not be imported unless a blood sample of such specimen has been collected for
genotyping and the results of such genotyping are made available to the relevant issuing authority.
Reference of the measure: Sub-article 73(5)
Measure also domestic: No

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication
0102.90	- Other	Yes	Suni, Wildebeest, duiker, antelope, hartebeest,Tsessebe, Bontebok, Grysbok
0106.19	-- Other	Yes	Aardvark, Pangolin, Serval, Fox, zebra, lion, rhinocerous, cheetah, hyena, elephant, leopard, blackfooted cat
0106.20	- Reptiles (including snakes and turtles)	Yes	Gabon adder, tortoise, gecko, chamelion, crocodile, lizard, python, green mamba
0106.49	-- Other	Yes	Beetles, spiders, burrowing scorpion
0106.31	-- Birds of prey	Yes	Eagle, vulture
0106.32	-- Psittaciformes (including parrots, parakeets, macaws and cockatoos)	Yes	Parrots
0106.11	-- Primates	Yes	Samango monkey
0301.19	-- Other	Yes	Barbus andrewi, Barbus serra, Labeo seeberi

Description: Live specimen of the following species:

Ceratogyrus paulseni
Colophon bamardi
Colophon berrisfordi
Colophon endroedyi
Colophon kawaii
Colophon montisatris
Colophon oweni
Colophon thunbergi (Thunberg's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon westwoodi (Westwood's Cape Stag Beetle)
Opistophthalmus ater (Steinkopf Burrowing Scorpion)
Opistophthalmus fuscipes
Colophon cameroni (Cameron's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon eastmani (Eastman's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon haughtoni (Haughton's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon izardi (Izard's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon neli (Nel's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon primosi (Primos's Cape Stag Beetle)
Colophon whitei (Whites Cape Stag Beetle)
Idiothele mira (Blue-footed Baboon Spider)
Oonotus rex (Regal Small Stag Beetle)
Opistophthalmus chaperi (Chaper's Burrowing Scorpion)
Opistophthalmus intermedius (Cape Mountain Burrowing Scorpion)
Opistophthalmus latro (Strandveld Burrowing Scorpion)
Oonotus interioris
Barbus andrewi
Barbus serra
Labeo seeberi
Sandelia bainsii
Serranochromis meridianus
Labeobarbus capensis
sisueifepaqwpi sncpeqoaciel
Bitis albanica Albany Adder
Pachydactylus rangei Namib Web-footed Gecko
Psammobates geometricus Geometric Tortoise
Bitis inomata Plain Mountain Adder
Bitis atmata Southern Adder
Bradypodion melanocephalum Black-headed Dwarf Chameleon
Bradypodion thamnobates Natal Midlands Dwarf Chameleon
Crocodylus niloticus Nile Crocodile
Dendroaspis angusticeps Eastern Green Mamba
Homopus signatus Speckled tortoise
Pachydactylus goodi
Smaug giganteus Sungazer
Bills gabonica Gaboon Adder
Cordylus imkeae Rooiberg Girdled Lizard
Cordylus macropholis Large-scaled Lizard
Python natalensis Southern African Python
Bugeranus carunculatus
Falco faschiinucha
Gypaetus barbatus
Neophron percnopterus
Aegypius occipitalis
Aquila rapax
Aegypius tracheliotos
Balearica regulorum
Bucorvus leadbeateri
Gyps africanus
Gyps coprotheres Cape Vulture
Necrosyrtes monachus Hooded Vulture
Neotis ludwigii Ludwig's Bustard
Poicephalus robustus Cape Parrot
Polemaetus bellicosus Martial Eagle
Terathopius ecaudatus Bateleur
Geronticus calvus
Neotis denhami
Anthropoides paradiseus
Gray-headed parrot
Diceros bicomis bicomis South Western Black Rhinoceros
Hippotragus equinus Southern Roan Antelope
African wild dog
Oribi
Cheetah
Samango monkey
Diceros bicomis minor
Equus zebra hartmannae
Hippotragus niger niger
Manis temminckii Pangolin
Panthera leo Lion
Blue Duiker
Southern White Rhinoceros
Crocuta crocuta Spotted Hyaena
Felts nigripes Black-footed Cat
Hyaena brunnea Brown Hyaena
Leptailurus serval Serval
Loxodonta africana African Elephant
Neotragus moschatus Suni
Otycteropus afer Aardvark
Otocyon megalotis Bat-eared Fox
Panthera pardus Leopard
Vulpes chama Cape Fox
Connochaetes gnou Black Wildebeest
Damaliscus lunatus Tsessebe
Damaliscus pygargus pygargus Bontebok
Equus zebra zebra Cape Mountain Zebra
Alcelaphus buselaphus Red hartebeest
Connochaetes taurinus Blue Wildebeest
Damaliscus pygargus phillipsi Blesbok
Equus quagga burchelli Burchell zebra
Raphicerus melonotis Cape Grysbok
Raphicerus sharpei Sharpe's Grysbok

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The measure came into effect on 15 October 2003
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
15 October 2003
Publication where the measure is specified
Govement Gazzette No.25306, Notice No. R. 1167, 15 August 2003
Regulation where the measure is specified
Replacement Secondary Lights for Motor Vehicles
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa
Coded list of objectives
A: Protection of human life and health
Description of the measure
The test is for the general costruction requiremsnts, lampsm colour, chromoticity coordinates, initial power, photomatric properties.
Reference of the measure
SANS 1376-3 paragraph 5

The standard is for sale at the South African Bureau of Standards https://store@sabs.co.za
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Description
Replacement of Secondary lights for motor vehicles
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30: - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof

The measure came into effect on 01 June 2010
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
01 June 2010
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Gazette No. 33059, 1 April 2010
Regulation where the measure is specified
Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category M2/3
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa
The rationale of the measure
1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M2 and M3, and minibuses, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, designed or adapted for operation on a public road. NOTE Except where stated otherwise, a semi-trailer bus should comply with a/l the requirements of this specification, and. in addition, with any compulsory requirements for the category 0 or N portions of the combination
not covered by this specification.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire speCification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer.
1.3 This specification does not apply to experimental or to prototype vehicles constructed or imported by the original manufacturers or importers for the purpose of testing, assessment or development.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in schedule 1
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance, apply
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure
3.3.1 Braking equipment shall be fitted to a vehicle and shall comply with the relevant requirements given in SABS ECE R13, Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles of categories M, N and 0 with regard to braking, to the level of ECE R13.08:
Provided that the specific requirements for the type IIA testing of braking devices shall be applicable to all M3 vehicles of gross vehicle mass exceeding 10 t, other than any vehicle designed and equipped as a class I urban bus.
3.3.3 For vehicles fitted with anti-lock braking systems, the braking equipment shall, in terms of
braking performance, at least comply with the requirements for the vehicles with non anti-lock
braking systems fitted.
3.3.4 For the purposes of this specification, the following requirements of SABS ECE R13 are
excluded:
a) the fitment of automatic brake adjustment devices,
b) the compulsory fitment of anti-lock braking systems; and
c) anti-lock specific brake test procedure and its requirements (paragraph 5 of annex 13 of
SABS ECE R13).
Reference of the measure
Regulation 3.3.1, 3.3.3 and 3.3.4
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
8708.30 - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof Yes Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in catergory M2/3
Description
Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in catergory M2/3
Category M2 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and Reproduced by Sabinet Online in terms of Government Printer’s Copyright Authority No. 10505 dated 02 February 1998 that has a maximum mass not exceeding 5 t
Category M3 motor vehicle, hereinafter referred to as a vehicle motor vehicle that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, that has seating accommodation for more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle, and that has a maximum mass exceeding 5 t
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Description
All countries

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8708.30	- Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof	Yes	Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in catergory M2/3

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8704.21: -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes and 8704.31: -- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes

The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 19 January 2011
Publication where the measure is specified: Government Gazette No.33763, 19 November 2010
Regulation where the measure is specified: Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For Motor Vehicles Of Category N1
Country/Region applying the measure: South Africa
The rationale of the measure: 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category N1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or
d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates specified in schedule 1
1.5 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance, apply.
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: 4.2.4 Ongoing Conformity of Production
Each model of motor vehicle shall be tested in accordance with a Type 1 test as defined in clause 5.3.1 of SABS ECE R83 every 12 months. One sample of each engine generation type shall be taken, representing the worst case scenario of that particular model. Each model shall meet with the compliance limits given in 8.2.1.1.1.1 and 8.2.1.1.1.2.
If the sample taken does not meet with the compliance limits given in 8.2.1.1.1.1 and 8.2.1.1.1.2, then two further samples of the same model shall be subjected to the same test. The arithmetical mean of the results of the three samples taken shall determine compliance.
Reference of the measure: Regulation 4.2.4
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8704.21	-- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes	Yes	motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t
8704.31	-- g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes	Yes	motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t

Description: Motor vehicles of category N1.
Category N1 motor vehicle, is a vehicle motor vehicle that has a maximum mass not exceeding 3,5 t, that has at least four wheels (or, provided that the maximum mass exceeds 1 t, at least three wheels), and that is used for the
carriage of goods.

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 6506.10.90: -- Other

The measure came into effect on 08 September 1984
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
08 September 1984
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Notice 1135 (Government Gazette No. 9247) Of 8 June 1984
Regulation where the measure is specified
Compulsory Specification For Safety Helmets For Motor Cyclists
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa
The rationale of the measure
This specification covers requirements for the general design, construction, performance, marking, and labelling,
and testing of safety helmets for use by motor cyclists on the roads
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure
7.2 Conditioning
7.2.1 Pre-conditioning: Expose the helmet to a temperature of 24 +/- 2 °C and a relative humidity of 45+/-5 % for at least six hours.
7.2.2 High temperature
(a) Apparatus: An oven having fan- operated air circulation, an internal volume of at least 0,15m3 and not less than 0,06 m3 per helmet, and thermostatically controlled to maintain a temperature of 50+/- 2°
C .
(b) Procedure: Place the helmet in the oven ensuring hat it does not touch the side , top, or bottom of the oven. Expose the helmet to the temperature of 50+/- 2°C for not less than four hours and not more than five hours.

7.2.3 Low temperature:
(a) Apparatus: A reasonable airtight refrigerator having an internal volume of at least 0,15m3 and not less than 0,06m3 per helmet , and that is thermostatically controlled to maintain a temperature of 0+/- 3°C.
(b) Procedure : Place the helmet in the refrigerator , and expose the helmet to the temperature of 0+/- 3°C for not less than four hours and not more than five hours.
7.2.4 Ultraviolet radiation and water immersion:
(a) Apparatus:
(1) A U.V. quarts lamp of power 125W.
(2) A vessel of adequate size containing water at a temperature of 24 +/- 2°C.
(b) Procedure:
(1) Expose for 48 hours the outer surface of the helmet to ultraviolet radiation from the lamp placed at a distance of 250mm from the helmet.
(2) Invert the helmet and immerse it totally in the water in the vessel for not less than four hours and not more than five hours.
7.3 Verification of Extent of protection and peripheral vision
7.3.1 Apparatus: A headform of appropriate size (see 8.4)
7.3.2 Procedure:
(a) Place the helmet on the headform and secure it firmly using the alignment of the edge above the face in relation to the basic plan at the front and sides of the headform to level the helmet.
(b) Check the extent of the protection of the helmet visually against the circumference AA1 and the lines of CDEF marked on the headform (see Fig 3).
c) Check the extent of peripheral vision (see 4.6) .
(d) Verify compliance with the requirements of 4.6, 5.1(a) and 5.1 (b) .
e) Note the vertical distance between the edge of the helmet above the face and he basic plane , measured at the froth midpoint of the helmet (see 7.4.3 (a) )
7.4 Shock Absorption test
7.4.1 (a) Headform: A headform of appropriate size (see 8.4)
(b) Mounting: The apparatus is mounted on a rigid monolithic base having a mass of at least 500kg. The headform is secured to a spigot coincident with its central vertical axis and the spigot is mounted on an arc that pivots about a horizontal axis (see Fig 4) . The position of the headform along the arc is adjusted to the angle required for the inclined axis of the headform. Rotation of the headform about the spigot presents any selected point on the circumference of the headform to the striker. A similar spigot secured directly to the rigid base enables the headform to be mounted vertically for the delivery of blows to the top of the helmet.
c) Striker: The striker has a mass of 5 kg and a flat circular striking face of a diameter 125 +/- 1,0 mm or a hemispherical striking face of radius 50+/- 0.5 mm, and is dropped in guided fall with minimal retardation from the guides , which are vertical to within 1 in 400.

(8) Acceleration transducer: An acceleration transducer capable of withstanding a 20 000 m/s2 shock without damage is firmly attached to the striker with its vertical axis coincident, to within +/- 2°C, with that of the striker.
(e) Measuring system: The measuring system including the striker has aflat response within +/- 1dB from 5 Hz to 3 kHz.
7.4.2 Instrumentation check: Before commencing helmet tests, check the measuring system by impacting a suitable test piece with the hemispherical striker, dropping the striker from an established height to produce an acceleration of 4 000 m/s2. Record at least three such impacts on each occasion of checking and check that the results lie within a range of 400 m/s2.
7.4.3 Procedure: Use any one of the test schedules given in Table 2 and after subjecting the helmet under test to the appropriate conditioning, proceed as follows:
(a) Securely fasten the helmet to the headform with the required impact site of the helmet presented to the striker, and levelled with the front edge of the helmet set at the same distance from the basic plane at the front midpoint of the headform as previously measured in 7.3.2 (e).
(b) determine ted the mass load of the helmeted headform abut the pivot shaft and in the vertical axis of the striker.
(c) Calculate the height through which the striker has to be dropped to attain an impact energy of 122J in the case of the flat striker and 88 J in the case of the hemispherical striker. These impact energies are attained by the striker falling through a height of (k+1h)/k metres ,
Where k = mass of helmeted headform, kg/ mass of striker, kg
h =2,5 m for flat striker and 1,8 m for hemispherical striker
(d) Raise the striker to the required height, measured from the underside of the striker to the helmet shell, and ensure that it is accurate to within 5 mm.
(e) Drop the striker onto the helmet and record the acceleration.
(f) After any necessary repositioning of the helmet on the hedform, and ensuing that the striker drops on the same impact site on the helmet, repeat the procedure given in (a) – (e) above.
(g) Test the helmet on three sites separated by distances of not less than one-fifth of the maximum circumference of the helmet.
(h) Ensure that side impacts are between 0 mm and 25 mm rearwards of the transverse plane through the central vertical axis of the headform, and on line BB1, i.e. the line generated when the angle between the inclined and horizontal plane of the headform is 20° (see Fig. 1 ).
(i) Ensure that front and rear impacts are within 25 mm of the central longitudinal axis of the headform, and on line BB1.
(j) Verity compliance with the requirements of 5.2 (a).
7.5 Penetration test
7.5.1 Apparatus: The apparatus (see Fig. 5) consists essentially
of the following:
(a) A hemispherical test block of hardwood and having a soft metal insert at the top of its central axis and mounted on arigid base.
(b) A striker with the following characteristics :
Mass .................................. 3,0kg (+45/-0g)
Angle of cone .......................... 60°+/- 0,5°
Height of cone.. ....................... 40 mm, mh.
Radius of point ........................ 0,5 +/- 0,lmm
Hardness of tip ........................ 45-50 HR
(c) A method of electrically indicating when the striker touches the soft metal insert.
7.5.2 Procedure:
(a) Fasten the helmet securely to the test block.
(b) Allow the striker to fall freely from a height 2,5 mm +/- 5mm (measured from the point of the striker to the anticipated point of impact on the helmet) onto the helmet at
two sites on or above the circumference BB1 (see 7.4.3 (h)) and separated by at least 45mm from each other and from the centres of the impact sites of the shock absorption test.
c) Note whether contact is made between the striker and the soft metal insert and, if necessary, restore the surface of the latter, before the next test.
d) Verify compliance with the requirements of 5.2 (b)
7.6 Test for strength of retention system
7.6.1 Apparatus : The apparatus (see Fig 6) consists essentially of the following:
(a) a headform of appropriate size
(b) A mount for the headform that incorporates a load bearing support for the brim of the helmet.
c) A stirrup that has two metal rollers, each 12,5 +/- 0,5 mm in diameter , spaced at 75,0 +/- 0,5 mm centres.
(d) A guide bar and anvil integral with and extending vertically downwards from the stirrup and on which is mounted a gauge for measuring both the maximum dynamic and residual extension of the chin strap. The system has a total mass of 7,0 kg (+0.25/-0) hat is carried on the guide bar and that can be dropped in free fall onto the anvil, which carries a 10mm thick pad of polyethylene foam.
7.6.2 Procedure:
(a) So secure the helmet over the headform and onto the load-bearing support that any load placed on the fastened chin strap is borne by the support and not by the headform, which acts only as a positioning guide for the helmet.
(b) so fasten the chin strap under the stirrup that the chin strap support the stirrup and the guide bar and the anvil system, and that the stirrup is 120 – 140 mm below the headform.
(c) Adjust the extension measuring gauge to zero.
(d) Drop the 10 kg mass piece from a height of 750 +/- 5mm onto the anvil.
e) Record the dynamic extension and with the 10 kg mass still on the anvil, measure the residual extension
(f) Reset the extension –measuring gauge to zero
(g) Without touching the chin, strap repeat (d) and e)
(h) verify compliance with the requirements of 5.3
7.7 Test for rigidity
7.8 Corrosion resistance test
7.9 Test for flexibility of peak
7.10 Test for strength on visor
Reference of the measure
Regulations 7.2 to 7.10
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
6506.10.90 -- Other Yes Helmets for motor cyclists
Description
Helmets for motor cyclists
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
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Description
All countries

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
6506.10.90	-- Other	Yes	Helmets for motor cyclists

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8703: Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars.

The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 19 January 2011
Publication where the measure is specified: Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
Regulation where the measure is specified: Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
Country/Region applying the measure: South Africa
The rationale of the measure: 1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply.
Coded list of objectives: X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure: 4.2.4 Ongoing Conformity of Production
Each model of motor vehicle shall be tested in accordance with a Type 1 test as defined in clause 5.3.1 of SABS ECE R83 every 12 months. One sample of each engine generation type shall be taken, representing the worst case scenario of that particular model. Each model shall meet with the compliance limits given in 8.2.1.1.1.1 and 8.2.1.1.1.2.
If the sample taken does not meet with the compliance limits given in 8.2.1.1.1.1 and 8.2.1.1.1.2, then two further samples of the same model shall be subjected to the same test. The arithmetical mean of the results of the three samples taken shall determine compliance.
Reference of the measure: Regulation 4.2.4
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8703	Motor cars and other motor vehicles principally designed for the transport of persons (other than those of heading 87.02), including station wagons and racing cars.	No

Description: Motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8708.30: - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof

The measure came into effect on 19 January 2011
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
19 January 2011
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
Regulation where the measure is specified
Amendment To The Compulsory Specification For MotorVehicles Of Category M1
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa
The rationale of the measure
1.1 This specification covers the requirements for motor vehicle models of category M1, not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and motor vehicle models assembled from new bodies and used parts from earlier designs of motor vehicle models, designed or adapted for operation on a public road.
1.2 The requirements of this specification shall, in so far as the parts already incorporated are concerned, apply in respect of an incomplete motor vehicle model supplied for further manufacture by one manufacturer to another, and the entire specification shall apply to the vehicle after
completion thereof by the last-mentioned manufacturer, In addition, the requirements shall apply to
designs of bodies sold for the purposes of incorporating new or used parts of motor vehicle models
previously homologated (or previously produced) by other manufacturers.
1.3 This specification does not apply to
a) experimental or prototype vehicles constructed or imported for the purpose of testing, assessment or development, or
b) a motor vehicle model that was manufactured before 1965, that was not previously registered or licensed in South Africa, and that is so certified by a motor club approved by the relevant Minister, or
c) motor vehicles designed or adapted principally for the purposes of motor sport competition, and which are homologated under the rules of the International Federation of the Automobile (FIA) and for which such homologation documentation is lodged with the Regulatory Authority, or d) motor vehicles for which Type Approval was granted under European Small (Low Volume) Series alternative according to article 8 of the Directive EC/70/156, provided:-
i) that not more than 10 such vehicles are registered in South Africa each year, and
ii) copies of all relevant approval and test documentation are lodged with the Regulatory Authority.
1.4 The relevant requirements of this specification shall take effect on the dates as specified in Schedule 1.
1.5 Except for the requirements of 3.7, which shall not be omitted or replaced, certain special category M1 motor vehicles designed or adapted for use as
a) mobile living accommodation (motor caravans),
b) ambulances and patient-transfer vehicles,
c) prisoner-conveyance vehicles,
d) hearses,
e) security and antiriot vehicles,
f) open sided passenger vehicles derived from vehicles other than category M1 vehicles may, alternatively, comply with the specific requirements of the relevant compulsory specification for another category of motor vehicle.
1.6 Vehicles that are sold with a category M2 seating configuration and with a category M1 seating configuration as an alternative, need not comply with the steering frontal impact requirements of 3.5.2.
1.7 Where a South African national standard, including an international standard or a UN ECE regulation adopted by South Africa as a national standard, is incorporated by reference into this specification, only the technical requirements/specification for the commodity and the tests to verify the compliance apply.
Coded list of objectives
X: For purposes n.e.s.
Description of the measure
3.3.3 For the purposes of this specification, the following requirements of SABS ECE R13 are
excluded:
This standard is for internal use by SABS staff members only. Strictly not for distribution to third parties.
a) anti-lock specific brake test procedure and its requirements (paragraph 5 of annex 13 of SABS
ECE R13), and.
3.3.4 For the purposes of this compulsory specification, annex 4, paragraph 2.3.6 of SABS ECE R13 is amended to read as follows:
To check compliance with the requirements specified in paragraph 5.2.1.2.4 of SABS ECE R13, a Type-O test shall be carried out with the engine disconnected at an initial test speed of 30 km/h.
The mean fully developed deceleration on application of the control of the parking brake system and the deceleration immediately before the vehicle stops shall be not less than 1,5 m/s2
• The test shall be carried out with a laden vehicle. The force exerted on the braking control device shall not
exceed the specified values.
Reference of the measure
Regulations 3.3.3 and 3.3.4
Measure also domestic
Yes

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Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
8708.30 - Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof No
Description
Brakes and braking equipment of motor vehicles in category M1
category M1 motor vehicle is one that is used for the carriage of passengers, that has at least four wheels, and that
has seating accommodation for not more than eight passengers in addition to the driver of the vehicle.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world
Description
All countries

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8708.30	- Brakes and servo-brakes; parts thereof	No

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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 8544: Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable (including coaxial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fibre cables, made up of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with

The measure came into effect on 19 May 2011

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NTM classification: B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force: 19 May 2011
Publication where the measure is specified: Government Gazette No. 33763, 19 November 2010
Regulation where the measure is specified: Amendment Of Compulsory Specification For The Safety Of Flexible Cords For Electrical Appliances (VC 8006)
Country/Region applying the measure: South Africa
The rationale of the measure: This specification covers the safety requirements for insulated single core flexible cords rated at a minimum of 500 V ac and multiple core flexible electric cords rated at a minimum of 300/500 V ac. These flexible cords are
intended to connect single or 3 - phase appliances, luminaires and light industrial equipment to a low voltage mains supply conforming to the standard applicable in the Republic of South Africa Le. 230 V +- 10% single phase ac., or 400 V +- 10% three phase ac.
Description of the measure: 3.5 The applicant shall, on request, provide the NRCS within five working days, with satisfactory proof of approval in respect of any flexible cord included in the scope of this compulsory specification
6. Evidence of Conformity
The following alternative forms of evidence shall be submitted to the NRCS as proof of conformity with the requirements of this compulsory specification:
6.1 Test reports and certificates in IEC format or any equivalent format acceptable to the NRCS and issued by an appropriately accredited internationally recognized body being a member of an IAF/ILAC/IECEE mutual recognition scheme in accordance with the NRCS conformity assessment policy.
6.2 The certificates and test reports shall prove conformity with all the applicable mandatory requirements
6.3 Evidence of conformity shall be traceable to the specific type of flexible cords
Reference of the measure: Regulations 3.5 and 6
Measure also domestic: Yes

Products affected by the measure.

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8544	Insulated (including enamelled or anodised) wire, cable (including coaxial cable) and other insulated electric conductors, whether or not fitted with connectors; optical fibre cables, made up of individually sheathed fibres, whether or not assembled with	Yes	Flexible cord: Length of one or more flexible cores of cross-sectional area not more than 4 mm 2 , with or without protective covering for domestic and light duty applications

Description: Flexible cord: Length of one or more flexible cores of cross-sectional area not more than 4 mm 2 , with or without protective covering for domestic and light duty applications

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 8539.31: -- Fluorescent, hot cathode

The measure came into effect on 23 May 2014
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NTM classification
B82: Testing requirement
Date when the measure came into force
23 May 2014
Publication where the measure is specified
Government Gazette No. 37654, 23 May 2014
Regulation where the measure is specified
Amendment Of The Compulsory Specification For Singlecapped Fluorescent Lamps (VC 9091)
Country/Region applying the measure
South Africa
The rationale of the measure
1.1 This compulsory specification covers the safety, efficacy performance, life and interchangeability requirements for single-capped tubular fluorescent lamps with integrated means for controlling starting and stable operation (self-ballasted lamps) and non-self-ballasted single-capped tubular fluorescent lamps, intended
for general lighting purposes that have:
• a rated wattage up to 60W
• a SANS 1661 rated voltage of 100 to 250 V a.c.; and
• 2G7, 2GX7, GR8, 2G10, G10q, GR10q, GX10q, GY10q, 2G11, 2GX11,GR14q, G23, GX23, G24, GX24,GX24q, G24d, GX32, and Edison screw or Bayonet caps.
1.2 The following lamps intended for general lighting purposes are excluded from the lamp efficacy requirement in ANNEX AA of SANS 60969:
• Coloured lamps; and
• Reflector lamps
Description of the measure
The following forms of evidence shall be submitted to the NRCS as proof of conformity with the requirements of this compulsory specification:
6.1 Valid test reports and valid certificate of conformity (where applicable) shall be in IEC format or any equivalent format acceptable to the NRCS and issued by an appropriately accredited and internationally recognized body being a member of an IAF/ILAC mutual recognition scheme.
Reference of the measure
Regulation 6.1
Measure also domestic
Yes

Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out
8539.31 -- Fluorescent, hot cathode Yes Single-capped fluorescent lamp
Description
Single-capped fluorescent lamp
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world
Description
All countries

Code	Product	Partial coverage	Partial coverage indication	Date in	Date out
8539.31	-- Fluorescent, hot cathode	Yes	Single-capped fluorescent lamp

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