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Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 05 July 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 July 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument no. 59 of 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 688: Part 5:Electric Cables with Extruded Solid Dielectric Insulation for Fixed Installations (300/500 V TO 1 900/3 300 V) – Specification Part 5: Halogen-free distribution cables - Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- This part of ZS 688 Part 5: Halogen-free distribution cables, covers the requirements for construction, materials, dimensions and electric properties of single-core and multicore halogen-free cables of rated operating voltages (U0/U) 600/1 000 V to 1 900/3 300 V, for use in fixed installations.
Also covers inspection and testing requirements - Reference of the measure
- ZS 688 Part 5
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Halogen-free electrical distribution cables
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 19 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 19 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument no. 102 of 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 723: Peanut Butter - Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes requirements and test methods for stabilised or unestablished peanut butter of two textures:
a) Smooth type; and
b) "Crunchy" type.
Covers quality requirements, hygiene, packaging, labelling, sampling and testing, contaminant, chemical, physical and microbiological requirements - Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Peanut butter of two textures:
a) Smooth type; and
b) "Crunchy" type.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 004: 1973 Asbestos - Cement Corrugated Sheets and Decking for roofing and cladding
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Applies to straight or curved asbestos - cement corrugated sheets, asbestos - cement decking and fittings, to be used for roofing and cladding.
Covers quality and marking requirements including sampling and testing procedures - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Asbestos - cement corrugated sheets, straight or curved for roofing and cladding.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 037: Part 1 Jams (fruit preserves), jellies and marmalades. Part 1: Specification for jams (fruit preserve) and jellies
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Applies to a class of fruits commonly known as jams and jellies which may be prepared from single fruits or from two or more fruits.
Covers methods of sampling and analysis, labelling , hygiene, contaminants, food additives, essential composition and quality requirements - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Jams (fruit preserve) and jellies
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 037: Part 2 (First revision) Jams (Fruit preserves), jellies and marmalades. Part 2: Specification for citrus marmalades
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Applies to the product prepared from citrus fruit, commonly referred to as marmalades, and covers general and specific provisions
Covers methods of sampling and analysis, labelling, hygiene, contaminants, food additives, essential composition and quality requirements - Reference of the measure
- ZS 037: Part 2
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Citrus marmalades
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 065:Pure glycerine
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies requirements for glycerine
Covers packaging, testing, labeling, sampling and quality requirements - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 22 Cosmetics No - Description
- Pure glycerine
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 193:Specification for margarine
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies requirements for margarine. It does not apply to any product which contains less than 80 fat (mm) and which is not labelled in any manner implying, either direct or indirectly, that the product is margarine.
Covers quality requirements, sampling and testing, packing and marking including food additives - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- margarine
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 119: Industrial safety belts and harnesses
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies the minimum performance criteria and requirements for the manufacture and use of safety belts, harnesses and lanyards.
Covers quality requirements, performance test, marking and storage - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Industrial safety belts and harnesses
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 264:1990 Specification for hair creams
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes requirements for hair creams and other oil based emulsion preparations for the hair.
Covers quality requirements, sampling, testing, packing and marking - Reference of the measure
- Page 369 of SI 78 of 2003
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 22 Cosmetics No - Description
- Prescribes requirements for hair creams and other oil based emulsion preparations for the hair.
Covers quality requirements, sampling, testing, packing and marking
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 263 1990 Specification for hair oils
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Prescribes requirements for hair oils based cosmetic preparation for the hair.
Covers quality requirements, sampling, testing, packing and marking - Reference of the measure
- Page 369 0f SI 78 of 2003
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Hair oils
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 202: 1990 Specification for canned pineapples
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Covers the manufacture, product, processing and treatment of fresh canned pineapple. It also includes
quality requirements, hygiene, contaminant, packaging, labelling, sampling and testing - Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Fresh canned pineapple
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 18 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 18 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Instrument No. 78 of 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- ZS 063 Petroleum Jelly -Specification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health, B: Protection of life and health of animals and E: Protection of the environment
- Description of the measure
- Specifies requirements of petroleum jelly for the cosmetic industry
Also covers inspection, testing, sampling, marking, labelling and quality requirements - Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 22 Cosmetics No - Description
- petroleum jelly for the cosmetic industry
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world
The measure came into effect on 13 April 2017
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 13 April 2017
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Metrology Act, 2017
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The Metrology Act No 6 of 2017
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- 24 (3) The Executive Director shall cause the measuring instrument submitted for type approval to be inspected and tested by a laboratory, as appropriate,against the requirements of the relevant regulations provided for in section 22 for that type of measuring instrument
40. (1) Despite anything to the contrary in this Act, a person who imports, manufactures or sells a commodity or measuring instrument in respect of which a legal metrology measure is in force shall, at the written request of the Agency, within the period stated in the request, at that person’s own cost—
(a) transmit to the Agency such samples, as may be specified in the request, of the commodity for inspection, testing or analysis
(4) The result of an inspection, test or analysis of a sample of a product or measuring instrument shall, unless the contrary is proved, be deemed to be valid for the whole consignment or batch from which the sample was obtained - Reference of the measure
- PART VI: Section 24(3);
PART IX: Sections 40(1a) ; 40(4) - Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
- Description
- Measuring instrument
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world -
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 8413.11.00: -- Pumps for dispensing fuel or lubricants, of the type used in filling-stations or in garages
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 39. (1) A petrol pump shall—
(a) be of a pattern approved by the superintendent assizer;
(b) be constructed to deliver liquid fuel at one outlet only;
(c) be provided with a clear and legible volume indicator;
(d) not have a counting or totalising device which may be confused with volume indicator;
(e) not leak at any point;
(f) not, unless with the written permission from a superintendent assizer, be fitted with a delivery hose exceeding 5 meters
(g) when measuring the length of the delivery hose the length of the nozzle shall be included;
(ii) the length of any swing or radial arm shall be excluded; and
(iii) if it is retractable, the hose shall be measured from the point where it emerges from the housing and when fully extended;
(h) if it is of fixed type—
(i) securely mounted on a solidly constructed level base;
(ii) be so cited as to permit the purchaser to have a clear and unobstructed view of the volume indicator or measuring chamber provided;
(iii) be so cited that the adjusting mechanism and the plug for the stamp of assize are readily accessible.
(iv) if it is used to measure oil, have a delivery hose which is permanently filled to the nozzle.
(3) A petrol pump provided with a meter shall—
(a)not be capable of operation until the volume indicator and any price indicator are re-set to zero;
(b) if it is used to measure liquid fuel, may be—
(i) provided with a sight glass which clearly shows whether the delivery hose is completely filled before, during and after delivery; and
(ii) conspicuously marked " THIS GLASS MUST BE FULL BEFORE AND AFTER DELIVERY ";
(c) not to be fitted with a swing arm—
(i) which has a radius of swing not exceeding 2 meters; and
(ii) is provided with a sight glass of an approved pattern at the highest point of the swing arm or extension pipe immediately before the connection to the flexible hose;
(d) have a clear indication on the housing or dial of the position of the lead seals and the plug for the stamp of assize;
(e) be provided with an air separator or cut off valve which ensures non-registration when the supply of liquid fuel or oil fails; and
(f) be provided with a delivery hose which is permanently filled to the nozzle.
(4) A petrol pump provided with one or more measuring chambers shall—
(a) have any measuring chamber clearly visible and made of clear glass;
(b) have a delivery hose so positioned a to allow complete discharge of the liquid measured from the delivery outlet of the pump;
(c) if it has more than one measuring chamber, be provided with a valve to prevent the liquid flowing from one chamber into another; and
(d) have each measuring chamber denominated.
(5) In a petrol pump provided with a price indicator, the indicator shall incorporate a device which clearly indicates the price per litre and regulates the registration on such indicator.
(6) A petrol pump shall be tested—
(a) if it is provided with one or more measuring chambers, after passing at least 5 litres of liquid through the delivery hose to prevent undue absorption during the test;
(b) by passing the liquid into the standard measures in as many deliveries and of such quantities as the assizer considers necessary;
(c) if it is provided with a meter, by a slow test which does not exceed a time limit of thirty seconds per 5 litres on any quantity delivered;
(d) to ensure that—
(i) back drainage does not exceed 25ml per hour;
(ii) it is correct, whether the pump is operated rapidly or slowly;
(iii) the indications on the volume indicator are in agreement with those on the price indicator and with the price per litre indicated by the device referred to in sub-regulation (5), and a sufficient number of computations are checked to establish their accuracy;
(iv) if it is fitted with a nozzle control valve, no liquid fuel or oil is delivered when such valve is open and the pump is at rest;
(v) if it is fitted with two volume indicators, after delivery, it shows the same indications of volume on both such indicators; and
(vi) if it is fitted with two price indicators, after delivery it shows the same indication of value in money on both such indications.
(7) The limit of error allowed on a petrol pump shall be 0.1 percent of the quantity purported to be delivered in excess or 0.05% deficiency: Provided that in a petrol pump used to measure lubricating oil, where a quantity
of one litre or less is indicated, the limit of error allowed is 0.3 percent of the quantity purported to be delivered in excess or 0.15% deficiency.
(8) The stamp of assizer shall be stamped upon a lead plug inserted in a conspicuous and easily accessible part of the pump. A seal of assize shall be affixed where necessary to prevent access to working parts or adjusting devices without the seal being broken.
(9) In this regulation—" price indicator " means an indicator showing the value in money for the liquid fuel or oil delivered; and " volume indicator " means an indicator showing the volume of liquid fuel or oil delivery - Reference of the measure
- Part VI section 39 (6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8413.11.00 -- Pumps for dispensing fuel or lubricants, of the type used in filling-stations or in garages Yes Petrol Pump - Description
- Petrol Pump
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 8423: Weighing machinery (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better), including weight operated counting or checking machines; weighing machine weights of all kinds. and 9016.00.00: Balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better, with or without weights.
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 22. (1) An automatic weighing instrument shall be—
(a) of a pattern brought into use after the thirtieth day of October,1964 and certified by the Superintendent Assizer under section fifteen of the Act;
(b) securely fixed in position in which it will operate;
(c) tested in situ with the produce it is intended to weigh;
(d) fitted with seals to protect all adjusting devices or have all such devices operable only with a special detachable key;
(e) marked with clear marks, of identification on all parts that require to be dismantled; for any purpose whatsoever but which marks give a clear indication of the parts which match on re-assemble;
(f) provided with suitable means of extracting from any hopper or conveyor such loads or sample deliveries as the assizer may require for the tests;
(g) tested by taking not less than twenty sample deliveries either at random or in sequence, which tests shall be repeated as many times as the assizer considers necessary; and
(h) marked with a stamp of assize upon a lead plug in a conspicuous place on the beam, main body or frame of the instrument.
(2) The limits of error allowed on an automatic weighing machine shall be 1 scale interval at a load below 2000 scale intervals and for load exceeding 2000 scale intervals, the limit of error at initial assizing shall be increased to 2 stale intervals - Reference of the measure
- Part IV section 22 (c), (c)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8423 Weighing machinery (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better), including weight operated counting or checking machines; weighing machine weights of all kinds. Yes Automatic weighing instruments 9016.00.00 Balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better, with or without weights. No - Description
- Automatic weighing instruments
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 9031.80.00: - Other instruments, appliances and machines
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 40. (1) A fabric measuring instrument shall—
(a) be of a pattern certified by the superintendent assizer under section fifteen of the Act;
(b)have measuring rollers when in position for measuring and be in true parallelism;
(c) have a braking device fitted which ensures non-registration when the supply of fabric fails;
(d) have the rollers free when the instrument is re-set;
(e) have die chart returning to zero either automatically or by operation of a special handle or device provided for that purpose when the instrument is re-set; and
(f) have the indications by means of graduations not less than—
(i) 20mm apart in the case of graduations of a length value of 100 mm; or
(ii) 3mm apart in the case of graduations of a length value of 25mm or by counters.
(2) A fabric measuring instrument shall be tested by passing the standard or the fabric normally measured by the instrument at right angles tothe axis of measuring rollers.
(3) If it is necessary to remove the standard or fabric, during the test this shall be done when an integral number, of metres of the standard or fabric has passed through the instrument and the standard or fabric shall be re-inserted at the zero or initial graduation of the standard or fabric.
(4) The instrument shall be correct whether the test is forward or backward to ensure that—
(a) the instrument if fitted with two charts, shows the same indication of length on both;
(b) any totalising meter functions properly and correctly;
(c) the parts work freely throughout the range of the instrument;
(d) there is no backlash in the mechanism; and
(e) any over run brake fitted shall bring the indicator to a halt immediately the standard or fabric used for test leaves the measuring roller.
(5) The limit of error allowed on a fabric measuring instrument is for of each metre or portion thereof indicated, 2mm in deficiency or in excess.
(6) The stamp of assize shall be stamped upon a lead plug inserted in a conspicuous and easily accessible part of the instrument, and a seal of assize shall be affixed where necessary to prevent access to the working parts or adjusting device without the seal being broken - Reference of the measure
- Part VI Section 40 (2),(3),(4),(5) & (6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9031.80.00 - Other instruments, appliances and machines Yes Fabric Measuring Instrument - Description
- Fabric Measuring Instrument
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 9031.80.00: - Other instruments, appliances and machines
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 41. (1) An automatic measuring instrument shall be—
(a) certify by the Superintendent Assizer in terms of section fifteen of the Act;
(b) securely fixed in position in which it will operate;
(c) tested in situ with the liquid it is intended to measure;
(d) be fitted with seals to protect all adjusting devices or have all such devices operate only with a special detachable key;
(e) marked with clear marks of identification on all parts that require to be dismantled for any purposes whatsoever, such marks to give a clear indication of the matching parts which are to be matched on re-assembly;
(f) tested at various heads and rates of delivery where these are not uniform;
(g) tested by taking not less than twenty samples either at random or in sequence; and
(h) marked with a stamp of assize upon a lead plug on conspicuous part of the instrument or on the main body of the machine.
(2) The limit of error allowed on an automatic measuring instrument shall be—
(a) the maximum error in excess or deficiency of the amount to be delivered into the container of 0.1 percent; or 0.05% in deficiency;
(b) such that the average error of a sample of twenty or more deliveries does not exceed 0.1 % in deficiency - Reference of the measure
- Part VI section 41 (1) (c),(f),(g) &(2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9031.80.00 - Other instruments, appliances and machines Yes Automatic Fabric Measuring Instrument - Description
- Automatic Fabric Measuring Instruments
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 9026.10.00: - For measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 37. (1) In a bulk-flow-meter—
(a) an air separator shall be provided which prevents air passing through the meter;
(b)when a pre-set mechanism is incorporated, it shall automatically stop delivery and registration and flow when the pre-set volume has been delivered;
(c) there shall be no leakage;
(d) the figures on any indicator shall be indelible, clear and legible;
(e) the makers name shall be stamped on the instrument;
(f) the maximum and minimum rates of flow in litres, dekalitres or cubic metres per minute shall be shown;
(g) an indication engraved on a metal plate of the liquid fuel the meter shall be adjusted to deliver specifying—
(i) the name in full of the liquid fuel;
(ii) one of the following code letters;
" A " Petrol;
" B " Paraffin;
" C " Turbine fuel;
or
" D " Diesel or other fuel oil; or
(iii) any approved colour coding.
(2) A bulk-flow-meter shall be tested—
(a) after every dry hose has been flushed and the instrument reset to zero;
(b) using standard test measure or calibrated master meter or proving loop, or any of which having limits of error not more or less than 0.1% and comparing the indication of the meter under test with the indication of an approved master meter or approving loop or test measure;
(c) with varying loads of liquid or with varying bore by manipulation of the delivery valve so far as is practicable, and an assizer may require these tests to be carried out using different liquids; Provided that the meter shall be correct within the allowances prescribed by these regulations.
(3) The limit of error allowed on a bulk-flow-meter shall be 0.1 % of the quantity tested in excess or 0.05% deficiency.
(4) The stamp of assize shall be stamped upon a lead plug inserted in a conspicuous and easily accessible part of the meter and a seal of assize shall be affixed to prevent access to die working parts or adjusting device without the seal being broken - Reference of the measure
- Part VI section 37 (2),(3) &(4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9026.10.00 - For measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids Yes Bulk flow meter - Description
- Bulk flow meter
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 8423: Weighing machinery (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better), including weight operated counting or checking machines; weighing machine weights of all kinds.
The measure came into effect on 01 January 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 January 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Statutory Insreument 7 of 1983,Registered designs (Appeals) Rules
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Weights and Measures ( Amendment) Act 2003
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 18.A Metrologist who on test finds an instrument to be just and in compliance with the provisions of this Act and any regulations made under this Act shall stamp or mark it in the prescribed manner and, if appropriate, seal or lock the instrument to prevent its unauthorized adjustment.
(As amended by Act. No. 12 of 2003)
19. (1) A Metrologist who on test finds an instrument to be false, unjust, defective, or not in compliance with the provisions of this Act or any regulations made under this Act shall-
(a) reject it;
(b) mark it with the prescribed mark; and
(c) issue to the person in charge of the instrument a written statement to the effect that it has been rejected:
Provided that the Metrologist may in his direction-
(i) adjust it;
(ii) return it to the owner for adjustment; or
(iii) retain it with a view to proceedings being taken for its forfeiture.
(2) A person who mends or repairs a verified or rejected instrument shall obliterate permanently the verification stamp or the rejection mark on that instrument sna shall, before such instrument is used for trade, cause
it to be verified by a Metrologist within fourteen days of such mending or repair.
(3) Where the Metrologist is unable to verify the repaired or mended instrument submitted to the metrologist under subsection (2) within the period sepcified in that subsection the person who has in their possession or charge the mended or repaired instrument may apply to the metrologist for written authority to use the unverified instrument for trade.
(4) The metrologist may, on application being made under subsection (3) and upon payment of the prescribed fee and submission of a report on the instrument by the applicant, issue a written authority for the use of such unverified instrument for a period of twenty-one days pending verification of such instrument.
(As amended by Act. No. 12 of 2003)
20.A Metrologist shall not stamp with the prescribed stamp of assize or seal any instrument-
(a) which is unjust;
(b) which does not comply with the provisions of this Act or any regulations made under this Act;
(c) which is not of the denomination of a weight or measure specified in Eighth Schedule; or
(d) without testing it by comparison with the appropriate working standards. - Reference of the measure
- Part V sections 18-20
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 8423 Weighing machinery (excluding balances of a sensitivity of 5 cg or better), including weight operated counting or checking machines; weighing machine weights of all kinds. No - Description
- Weighing Instruments
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 January 2003 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by Zambia on the entire world for 9017.80.00: - Other instruments
The measure came into effect on 20 February 1998
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- B82: Testing requirement
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 February 1998
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Supplement to the Republic of Zambia Government Gazette dated 20/02/1998. statutory Instrument No 22 of 1998,the weights and Measures Act
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- The weights and Measures (assize) regulations, 1998
- Country/Region applying the measure
- Zambia
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 35. (1) A measure of length other than callipers for use for trade shall—
(a) be made of brass, hardened steel, hard wood, woven tape or an approved material;
(b) be protected from corrosion;
(c) be subdivided only in all or any of metres, centimetres or millimetres;
(d) have all marks and inscriptions so arranged as not to interfere with the readings of lengths; and
(e) when tested in accordance with sub-regulation (2), have no limit of error greater than the limit of error for its denomination or any intermediate value graduation specified in Table 9 of the First Schedule.
(2) The assizer shall test a measure of length during assizing—
(a) against a standard measure of length having errors not exceeding one-third of the limits specified in Table 9 of the First Schedule;
(b) at a temperature of not less than 10°C but not exceeding 30°C;
(c) in the case of a tape measure, while it is supported horizontally over its complete length and is subjected to the tensile force indicated on that measure or if not indicated—
(i) 50 Newtons in case of a metal measure; or
(ii) 10 Newtons in the case of a measure not made of metal.
(3) If a measure of length other than callipers does not conform to sub-regulation
(1) or pass the tests in sub-regulation (2) an assizer shall not pass it as correct
during assizing.
(4) A calliper measure for the measurement of thickness or diameter Shall—
(a) be made of steel, steel alloy or an approved material;
(b) have no more play than needed for easy movement; and
(c) except in the case of timber callipers, have limit of error no greater than—
(i) 0.2mm for callipers measuring less than 200mm; or
(ii) 0.5 mm for callipers for measuring 200 mm or greater but not more than 500 mm; or
(iii) for timber callipers have no error great than 1 mm;
(6) Callipers other than those used for trade shall not be subject to assizing except on request - Reference of the measure
- part VI section 35 (2 & 3)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 9017.80.00 - Other instruments Yes A measure of Length - Description
- A measure of Length
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 20 February 1998 - Description
- All countries
B82: Testing requirement
