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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0701: Potatoes, fresh or chilled.
The measure came into effect on 12 November 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 12 November 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 33735, 12 November 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Potatoes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1 ) No person shall sell potatoes in the RepUblic of South Africa -
(e) unless such potatoes are marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulation 8;
Marking requirements
8. (1) Containers containing potatoes shall be marked in clear and legible block letters of at least 5 mm in height with the following particulars:
(a) The name and address or trade mark of the producer, owner or packer;
(b) The class namely "Class 1", "Class 2", "Class 3" or "Lowest Class·, as the case may be;
(c) In the case of Class 1 and Class 2, the size group, namely "Large", "Medium", "Large-Medium" "Small" and "Baby", as the case may be: Provided that the expressions "L", "M" "LM" "S" and "B" potatoes respectively, as the case may be, may also be used;
(d) The net mass of the contents in letters of a size as prescribed by the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973);
(e) The word "Potatoes";
(f) The cultivar;
(g) Indication of date code: provided that if a packing date is expressed in a code, it shall be registered with the Executive Officer; and
(h) Country of origin: Provided that no abbreviations or the expression, the word "South Africa" on its own shall be used.
(2) The particulars referred to in subregulation (1) (e) and (f) may be omitted in the case of transparent containers.
(3) If containers containing potatoes are packed in a carrier container, each carrier container shall be marked with the particulars mentioned in subregulation (1), as well as with the number of containers it contains, on at least one end of every carrier container by means of stamping or stencilling or by pasting a printed label thereon.
(4) If at any stage the class designation or size designation is altered, labels, where applicable, shall be replaced or the new class designation or size designation shall be stamped across the old class designation or size designation on the label or the form in clear and legible block letters of at least 5 mm larger than the previous marks with a suitable stamp.
(5) The particulars shall be printed in at least English and any other language.
(6) No wording, illustration or other means of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation or which directly or by implication, may create a misleading impression of the contents, or of the quality or the class thereof, shall appear on a container containing potatoes
(7) Whenever potatoes are displayed for sale in loose quantities -
(a) Any quantity of a particular class, a size group or a cultivar shall not be displayed mixed with potatoes of any other class, size group or cultivar; and
(b) The classes, and in the case of Class 1 and Class 2 and also the size group of such quantity of potatoes, shall be indicated in clear and legible block letters of at least 10 mm in height on a notice board prominently placed at such a quantity of potatoes. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3(1)(e) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0701 Potatoes, fresh or chilled. No - Description
- Potatoes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1006: Rice.
The measure came into effect on 08 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 08 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39580, 8 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sorghum Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of sorghum in the Republic of South Africa --
(e) unless the containers or sale documents, as the case may be, are marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulation 8; and
Marking requirements
8. (1) Each container or the accompanying sales documents of a consignment shall be marked or endorsed with the applicable class or grade of the sorghum or, in the case of sorghum that have been imported, the common name and the name of the country of origin thereof. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1006 Rice. No - Description
- Sorghum
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1006: Rice.
The measure came into effect on 07 November 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 November 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 38159, 7 November 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Rice Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of rice in the Republic of South Africa --
(d) unless the rice concerned is marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulations 8, 9, and 10;
Marking requirements
8(1) Each container in which rice is packed shall be marked in clearly legible letters with-
(a) the name of the product: Provided that the product name shall be in accordance with the definitions in Regulation 1. The alternative name given in parenthesis may be used.
(b) the class of rice.
(c) degree of milling (optional).
(d) the expression "Product of followed by the name of the country of origin thereof or the country of origin declared as required by regulations published in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972).
(e) Registered Trade Mark where applicable/ Product Brand of the Product.
(2) Each container in which rice in retail quantities are sold, shall, either on the main panel or in another conspicuous place thereon, be marked with-
(3)
(a) the name and address of the packer of the rice as required by regulation 10; and (b) the net weight as required in terms the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
The particulars referred to in sub regulation (1) and (2) shall be indicated in clearly legible letters and figures-
(a) that are in each separate case of the same colour, type and size;
(b) that appear on a uniform and contrasting background; and
(c) of which the vertical height is at least 5,0mm for pack sizes equal to or larger than 5kg in weight and 2mm for pack sizes less than 5kg in weight: Provided that the indication of the name and address of the packer may be of a vertical height of at least 2mm.
Marking of containers in which Rice is packed in bulk quantities
9. (1) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (2), each container containing Rice in bulk, shall be marked clearly and legibly with block letters on the container itself, or on a label affixed to the container, with the following particulars:
(a) the name of the product shown at least as Rice;
(b) the class of the Rice: Provided that the class may be omitted if the Rice have not been classified yet, or in the case of imported Rice destined for a purpose other than sale;
(c) a lot identification;
(d) the country of origin; and
(e) the name and address of the packer of the rice as required by regulation 10:
Provided that the lot identification and the name and address of the packer may be replaced by an identification mark, if such identification mark is clearly identifiable with the accompanying sales documents.
(2) The country of origin may in the case of rice destined for further processing or packing be omitted, if the country of origin is indicated on the accompanying sales documents.
Indications of packer
Indications of packer
10. (1) The name of the packer of rice that is marked on the container shall -
(a) consist of the initials and surname or trade name of the packer or, in the case of imported rice in retail quantities, the importer concerned; and
(b) be preceded by the expression "Packed by" or, in the case of Rice imported into the Republic in the containers in which they are to be sold in the retail trade, be preceded by the expression "Imported by".
(2) The address as contemplated in sub-regulation 1 of the packer of Rice and be marked on such container immediately after the particulars referred to in sub-regulation (1).
(3) If rice is packed on behalf of a person -
General
(a) the particulars referred to in subregulation (1) (a) shall be replaced by the initials and surname or trade name of the person on whose behalf the Rice have been packed;
(b) such initials and surname or trade name shall be preceded by the expression "packed for";
(c) the address of such person shall be indicated in the place of the address referred to in sub regulation (2);
(d) such address shall be marked on a container immediately after the particulars referred to in paragraph (a); and
(e) the particulars referred to in sub-regulations (1) and (2) may in addition thereto be marked on a container. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(d), 8-10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1006 Rice. No - Description
- Rice
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soft Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of wheat in the Republic of South Africa --
(e) unless the containers or sale documents, as the case may be, are marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulation 8.
Marking requirements
8. (1) Every container or the accompanying sale documents of a consignment of wheat shall be marked or endorsed by means of appropriate symbols specified in sub-regulation (2), with --
(a) the class of the wheat; and
(b) the grade.
(2) The symbols referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall appear in the order of class and grade.
(3) The symbols used to indicate the different --
(a) classes shall be --
(i) C in the case of Soft Wheat; and
(ii) O in the case of Other Wheat; - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(e) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes Soft wheat - Description
- Soft wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1201: Soya beans, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 20 June 2014
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 20 June 2014
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 37741, 20 June 2014
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Soya Beans Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell soya beans in the Republic of South Africa --
(e) unless the container or sale documents, as the case may be, are marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulation 8.
Marking requirements
8. Each container or the accompanying sales documents of a consignment of soya beans shall be marked or endorsed with the class and grade of the soya beans. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(e) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1201 Soya beans, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Soya beans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1206.00: Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken.
The measure came into effect on 22 January 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 January 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39613, 22 January 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Sunflower Seed Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell sunflower seed in the Republic of South Africa--
(e) unless the container or sale documents, as the case may be, are marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulation 8.
Marking requirements
8. Every container or the accompanying sale documents of a sunflower seed shall be marked or endorsed with the class and, where applicable, the grade of the sunflower seed. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(e) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1206.00 Sunflower seeds, whether or not broken. No - Description
- Sunflower seed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1001: Wheat and meslin.
The measure came into effect on 25 July 2003
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 25 July 2003
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Serial No. 791 Of 25 July 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Consolidation Of The Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Wheat Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell a consignment of wheat in the Republic of South Africa --
(e) unless the containers or sale documents, as the case may be, are marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulation 8;
Marking requirements
8. (1) Every container or the accompanying sale documents of a consignment of wheat shall be marked or endorsed by means of appropriate symbols specified in subregulation (2), with --
(a) the class of the wheat; and
(b) the grade, in the case of Class Bread Wheat, Class Biscuit Wheat and Class Durum Wheat.
(2) The symbols referred to in subregulation (1) shall appear in the order of class and grade.
(3) The symbols used to indicate the different --
(a) classes shall be --
(i) B in the case of Class Bread Wheat;
(ii) C in the case of Class Biscuit Wheat;
(iii) D in the case of Class Durum Wheat; and
(iv) O in the case of Class Other Wheat;
(b) grades shall be --
(i) S in the case of Super Grade;
(ii) 1 in the case of Grade 1;
(iii) 2 in the case of Grade 2;
(iv) 3 in the case of Grade 3;
(v) 4 in the case of Grade 4; and
(vi) UT in the case of Utility Grade.
[Amended by Government Notice No. R. 1210 of 29 August 2003] - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(e) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1001 Wheat and meslin. Yes wheat - Description
- Wheat
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0806: Grapes, fresh or dried.
The measure came into effect on 27 May 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 27 May 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 40014, 27 May 2016
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Table Grapes Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No persons shall sell table grapes in the Republic of South Africa other than imported table grapes referred to in subregulation (3) –
(d) unless such table grapes are contained in containers marked in accordance with the marking requirements as set out in regulations 10 and 11;
MARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR TABLE GRAPES
10. (1) Each container containing table grapes, shall be marked clearly, indelibly, legibly and not untidy, upside-down or askew in any short or long side of the lid or container, where lids are not used, by printing, stamping or by means of specially designed labels with the following particulars: Provided that all particulars shall be grouped on the same side:
(a) The expression "Grapes" or "Table grapes".
(b) The appropriate cultivar or variety.
(c) The appropriate Class in accordance with regulation.
(d) The berry size diameter reference as set out in Table 1 of Annexure 1 preceded by the expression "Berry size": Provided that –
(aa) If the grapes are of a "Regular" berry size, the indication of the expression "Regular" is mandatory;
(bb) the indication of the expressions "XX Large" or "XXL", "X Large" or "XL", "L" or "Large", is optional, if not indicated it must comply to large berry size;
(cc) If the expressions "XX Large" or "XXL", "X Large" or "XL", "L" or "Large" are indicated, the berry size must conform to the minimum berry sizes as set out in Table 1.
(e) The country of origin. Provided that no abbreviations or the expression "South Africa" on its own shall be used (e.g. "Produce of South Africa", "Produced in South Africa", or any other similar expression).
(f) The name, physical address and the contact of the producer or owner of the contents of the container.
(g) Cartons for “Class 1” and “Class 2” shall be marked with an indication of nett mass of the contents in the container.
(h) The applicable date or packing date code on at least 90 per cent of the containers: Provided that if the packing date is expressed in a code, it shall be registered with the Executive Officer.
(2) Table grapes meant for open display (without being packed in a container) at either retailer, supermarket etc no class indication is needed.
(3) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (1), each outer container containing prepacked units shall be marked with an indication of the total number of prepacked units per outer container.
(4) If an indication highlighting a special grading, presentation or berry size is indicated on the same side as the particulars in subregulation (1), such special grading may only be a trademark or registered trademark (®, TM).
Prohibited particulars
11. Prohibition of false or misleading description for products- No person shall use any name, word, expression, reference, particulars or indication in any manner, either by itself or in conjunction with any other verbal, written, printed, illustrated or visual material, in connection with the sale of a product in a manner that conveys or creates or is likely to convey or create a false or misleading impression as to the nature, substance, quality or other properties, or the class or grade, origin, identity or manner or place of production, of that product shall be indicated on the same side as the particulars in subitem (1). - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(d) and 10-11
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0806 Grapes, fresh or dried. Yes Table grapes - Description
- Table grapes
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 16 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 16 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 25908, 16 January 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Labelling Of Foodstuffs Obtained Through Certain Techniques Of Genetic Modification
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. A foodstuff obtained through certain techniques of genetic modification shall not be sold unless if such foodstuff is labelled as follows:
(a) If the composition of a foodstuff differs significantly from the characteristic composition of the corresponding existing foodstuff, the label shall contain such additional words or phrases as may be necessary to inform the
consumer of its true composition;
(b) if the nutritional value of a foodstuff differs significantly from the characteristic nutritional value of the corresponding existing foodstuff, the label shall contain such additional words or phrases as may be necessary
to inform the consumer of its changed nutrient content; and
(c) if the mode of storage, preparation or cooking of such a foodstuff differs significantly from that of the corresponding existing foodstuff, clear instructions for use shall be given on the label of such foodstuff;
(d) if a foodstuff contains an allergen from any of the products listed in the Annexure that causes allergy, the label shall contain such additional words or phrases as may necessary to inform the consumer of this fact;
(e) if a foodstuff is derived from -
(i) plant material containing animal nucleic acid(s) or protein(s) derived from a human or from an animal;
(ii) animal material containing animal nucleic acid(s) or protein(s) derived from a human or from a different taxonomic animal family, it shall be labelled with such wording as may be necessary to inform the consumer as to the origin of the nucleic acid(s) or protein(s).
Enhanced-chatacteristic claim
3. The label of a foodstuff obtained through certain techniques of genetic modification may bear a claim with regard to improved or enhanced characteristics such as composition, nutritional value and reduced causation of allergenictty: Provided that
(a) the claim has been validated and certified by a competent body which is accredited to the South African National Accreditation Services;
(b) the name of the certifying body appears on the label of the product bearing such a claim in close proximity to the claim;
(c) the claim indicates that such an improved or enhanced characteristic has been achieved by certain techniques of genetic modification; and
(d) the wording is limited to "genetically-enhanced foodstuff or "genetically improved foodstuff".
General
4. The labelling of a foodstuff obtained through certain techniques of genetic modification is also, subject to the Regulations Governing the Labelling and Advertising of Foodstuffs published under Government Notice No. R. 2034 of 29 October 1993, made in terms of the Act. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 1-4
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Foodstuff obtained through certain techniques of genetic modification meaning a foodstuff -
(a) composed of a genetically modified organism or organisms;
(b) containing a genetically modified organism or organisms;
(c) produced from and containing protein or DNA resulting from such genetic modification;
(d) produced from, but not containing, a genetically modified organism or organisms or protein or DNA resulting from such genetic modification; and includes food additives and food ingredients, but excludes a foodstuff derived from an animal which is not itself a genetically modified organism but has been fed on feed in the production of which genetic modification is used.
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0405: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads., 1516: Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. and 1517: Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16.
The measure came into effect on 09 March 2012
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 09 March 2012
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 35109, 9 March 2012
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Classification, Packing And Marking Of Fat Spreads Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1) No person shall, subject to the provisions of subregulation (2), sell fat spreads in the Republic of South Africa unless --
(c) the containers and outer containers concerned are marked in the manner prescribed in regulation 7.
Marking of containers and outer containers
7. (1) The main panel of a container and outer container of a fat spread shall be marked with the following particulars in at least English:
(a) The applicable class designation of that fat spread as required in regulation 8:
Provided that in the case of outer containers (multipacks) where more than one class of fat spread is packed in the outer container, the applicable class designations as required in regulation 8 and, subject to regulation 7(2)(d), the amount of containers therein.
(b) The applicable additions to such class designation as required in regulation 9.
(c) If applicable, the additional particulars as required in regulation 1 0: Provided that such particulars need not be marked on an outer container.
(2) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (3), a container and outer container of a fat spread shall, either on the main panel or on any other conspicuous place thereon, be marked with the following particulars in at least English:
(a) The name and address of the manufacturer, importer or seller of that fat spread as required in regulation 11.
(b) The country of origin of that fat spread as required in regulation 12.
(c) If applicable, the particulars as required in regulation 13.
(d) The net mass of the contents as required in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973) as amended.
(3) The particulars referred to in paragraphs (a), (b) and (c) of subregulation (2) need not be marked on small serving containers which are packed in outer containers that are marked with all the applicable particulars referred to in subregulations (1) and (2).
(4) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (5), the particulars referred to in subregulations (1) and (2) and specified in column 1 of Table 2 shall be indicated in detached letters and figures-
(a) that are clearly legible; and
(b) of which the minimum vertical height, depending on the mass of fat spread in a container, is as specified in column 2, 3 or 4 of Table 2 opposite the particulars concerned: Provided that the minimum vertical height shall be applicable to the smallest letter or figure in the indications.
(5) If any word or expression that is not a trade mark, or is not required in terms of these regulations or another law, appears on a container, the vertical height of the letters and figures used to indicate the class designation of the fat spread concerned shall, subject to the provisions of subregulation (4)(b), be at least the same as that of the largest letter or figure in the word or expression concerned.
Indication of class designation
8. (1) The class designation of a fat spread that is marked on the main panel of a container shall be
the applicable class designation or alternate class designation respectively specified in column 1 or 2 of Table 1.
(2) (a) The total fat content, expressed as a percentage of the particular fat spread concerned must be indicated in the place of X where X forms part of the class designations specified in columns 1 and 2 of Table 1.
(b) Such an indicated percentage shall not differ by more than three percent from the actual fat content of the fat spread concerned.
(3) A class designation may be marked in altered word sequence on the main panel of a container on condition that the altered word sequence does not constitute a misrepresentation or does not or may not directly or by implication create a misleading impression regarding the quality, nature, origin or composition of the fat spread concerned.
Additions to class designations
9. If a flavouring has been added to a fat spread in order to render a distinctive non-typical flavour thereto, the applicable class designation for that fat spread shall be preceded by the descriptive name for the distinctive flavour concerned and the expression "Flavoured", or be followed by that descriptive name and the expression "Flavoured": Provided that typical flavour shall include butter and olive oil.
Additional particulars on main panel
10. Subject to the provisions of regulation 5{3) the classes of fat spreads known as yellow margarine, yellow X% fat spread, yellow margarine blend and yellow X% blended fat spread that contain marine fat shall indicate a nutritional claim in respect of Omega-3 fatty acids in terms of the requirements of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 {Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
Indication of address
11. The name and address of the manufacturer, importer or seller shall be marked on the container of a fat spread.
Indication of country of origin
12. The country of origin of a fat spread shall be declared on the container as follows:
(1) "Product of (name of country)" if all the main ingredients, processing and labour used are from one specific country;
(2) "Produced in (name of country)", "Processed in {name of country)", "Manufactured in (name of country)", "Made in (name of country)", or similar words when processed in a second country which changes its nature;
(3) provided that in the case where more than one country may be the source the words "Product of (names of countries) separated by the expression 'and/or'" may be used; and
(4) provided further that the words "Packed in (name of country)" may be used in addition to the requirements of paragraph (1) or (2) above.
Additional particulars on containers
13. (1) The container of a fat spread of the classes known as yellow margarine, white margarine, yellow X% fat spread, white X% fat spread, yellow margarine blend, and yellow X% blended fat spread shall be marked with the intended usage of the fat spread, such as reference to "frying" or "baking", based on the performance of the fat spread concerned.
(2) (a) A container of a fat spread of the classes known as yellow X% fat spread, white X% fat spread and yellow X% blended fat spread shall indicate the moisture content, expressed as a percentage to which moisture constitutes part of that fat spread.
(b) Such indicated percentage shall not differ by more than two per cent from the actual moisture content of the fat spread concerned.
(3) If any foodstuff not specifically provided for in these regulations, or a food additive, has been added to a fat spread, the particulars thereof shall, in the manner required in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended, be marked on a container of that fat spread.
(4) (a) If a fat or oil of a kind specified in columns 3, 4, 5 and 6 of Table 1, forms part of the content of a fat spread, this fact shall be marked on a container of a fat spread in the manner required in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
(b) In the case of a fat spread of the classes known as vanaspati and mixed vanaspati, the indication of the kind of fat or oil concerned shall be followed by an indication of the extent, expressed as a percentage, to which each such kind of fat or oil forms part of the content of the fat spread concerned.
(c) Such indicated percentage shall not differ by more than five per cent from the actual fat or oil content of the fat spread concerned.
(5) The container of a fat spread shall be marked with the real analytical values of the following fatty acid components in a table with nutritional information as required in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended, namely: total, saturated, monounsaturated,
polyunsaturated and trans.
Restricted particulars on containers
14. (1) No class designation other than the applicable class designation shall be marked on a container of a fat spread except in the circumstances set out in regulation B.
(2) (a) Subject to the provisions of paragraph (b) and regulation 16 no word, mark, illustration, depiction or other method of expression that constitutes a misrepresentation, or directly or by implication creates or may create a misleading impression regarding the quality, nature, class, origin or composition of a fat spread shall be marked on a container.
(b) The words "extra", "super", "fresh", "natural" or any other word or expression that directly or by implication creates or may create the impression that a fat spread is of a special or particular quality shall not be marked on a container, except for the circumstances and conditions as indicated in subregulation (4) and regulation 16.
(3) No claim regarding the absence of any substance that does not normally occur in a fat spread shall be marked on a container, except in the cases where it is allowed in terms of the requirements of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
(4) No claim which compares a fat spread, based on the fat or energy content by using one of the following words or a similar word such as "reduced", "less than", "fewer", "light", "lite", shall be made on the container or in an advertisement of a fat spread, unless the following conditions are complied with--
(a) the fat spread must be compared with the applicable margarine class (i.e. yellow margarine, white margarine and yellow margarine blend) and have similar organoleptic properties;
(b) the class designation used together with the comparison shall be the required designation as prescribed by regulation 8;
(c) a statement must be given of the amount of difference in the energy value or fat content, expressed as a percentage;
(d) the comparison shall ba based on a relative difference of at least 25% in the energy value or fat content of an equivalent mass or volume;
(e) the container of the fat spread is labelled with the prescribed nutritional information declaration In terms of the requirements of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and
Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended, including the requirements of regulation 13(5); and
(f) the words "extra" or "xtra" may only be used as part of a comparison only when such a comparison is based on a relative difference of at least 50% in the energy value or fat content of an equivalent mass or volume.
(5) No comparison with or reference to the respective merits or demerits of dairy products against fat spreads shall be marked on a container.
(6) (a) An indication that a fat spread contains a dairy product shall be marked on a container only as part of a product description and the list of ingredients as required in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended.
(b) An indication referred to in paragraph (a) shall consist of the applicable class designation for the diary product concerned as prescribed in the applicable regulations made under section 15 of the Act.
(7) The provisions of this regulation shall mutatis mutandis apply to all advertisements for fat spreads as well as particulars that are marked on a notice board displayed at or in the vicinity of a fat spread that is kept or displayed for sale.
Identification of production lot (batch)
15. (1) A container of a fat spread shall be identifiable and traceable to such an extent that the factory where the final product was produced can be identified as well as details regarding the specific production lot (batch).
(2) Such identification shall be the same for all containers of a fat spread originating from the same production lot (batch).
Other particulars
16. Particulars and characteristics of a fat spread not covered by the marking requirements of these regulations must, where applicable, comply with the marking requirements as required in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972) as amended as administered by the Department of Health, and include but are not limited to the following: nutritional information, date marking, prohibited statements, negative claims, list of ingredients, Quantitative Ingredient Declarations, required markings for fats and oils, refrigeration, allergens, misleading descriptions, nutrient content claims (including reference to polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids), comparative claims (excluding total fat/energy), irradiation and vegetarian claims. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 3(1)(c) and 7-16
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0405 Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads. Yes Fat spreads 1516 Animal or vegetable fats and oils and their fractions, partly or wholly hydrogenated, inter-esterified, re-esterified or elaidinised, whether or not refined, but not further prepared. Yes Fat spreads 1517 Margarine; edible mixtures or preparations of animal or vegetable fats or oils or of fractions of different fats or oils of this Chapter, other than edible fats or oils or their fractions of heading 15.16. Yes Fat spreads - Description
- Fat spread
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 1101.00: Wheat or meslin flour. and 19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
The measure came into effect on 22 February 2008
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 22 February 2008
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 30782, 22 February 2008
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Wheat Products Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell any wheat product in the Republic of South Africa;
(e) unless the wheat product concerned is marked in accordance with the marking requirements set out in regulations 10, 11 and 12.
Marking requirements for white wheat flour and brown wheat flour
10. A container containing white wheat flour or brown wheat flour shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The name of the product;
(b) The class of the product;
(c) The name and physical address of the manufacturer thereof, or if the product has been packed for a person other than the manufacturer thereof, the name and physical address of such other person;
(d) The mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973); and
(e) the names and quantities of nutrients as identified in the food fortification programmes as prescribed in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972).
Marking requirements for wheat bran
11. A container containing wheat bran shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The name of the product;
(b) The name and physical address of the manufacturer thereof, or if the product has been packed for a person other than the manufacturer thereof, the name and physical address of such other person; and
(c) The mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
Marking requirements for wheat bread
12. (1) Every wheat bread shall be clearly and legibly marked with the following particulars:
(a) The class of the wheat bread;
(b) the name and physical address of the manufacturer of the wheat bread or the name and physical address of the person on whose behalf the wheat bread was baked; and
(c) the mass of the wheat bread.
(2) The provisions of subregulation 1 shall not apply to;
(a) wheat bread packed by the manufacturer thereof: Provided that the particulars referred to in subregulation 1 shall be clearly and legibly marked on the packing material of each bread thus packed; and
(b) wheat bread presented for sqle at a point where a notice in type of not less than 30 mm high clearly and legibly indicates the particulars referred to in subregulation 1.
(3) Wheat bread which complies with the requirements of subregulation 1 and is packed in a transparent container by the manufacturer thereof is exempted from the requirements of subregulation (2)(a). - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(e)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1101.00 Wheat or meslin flour. Yes Of Wheat 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products Yes Of wheat - Description
- Wheat products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 4415: Packing cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings, of wood; cable-drums of wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards, of wood; pallet collars of wood.
The measure came into effect on 05 March 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 05 March 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- General Notice No. GNR 276 of March 5 2004
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Importation Of Controlled Goods Without A Permit
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- To prevent the international transport and spread of disease and insects that could negatively affect plants or ecosystems.
- Coded list of objectives
- C: Protection of life and health of plants, E: Protection of the environment and F: Protection of wild fauna and flora
- Description of the measure
- “2. No person shall import wood packaging material which do not comply with the measures of FAO, IPPC ISPM No. 15 Guidelines for regulating wood packaging material in international trade’"
PPC ISPM No. 15 requires that wood packaging materials shall be debarked and then heat treated or fumigated with methyl bromide and stamped or branded, with a mark of compliance. - Reference of the measure
- Article 2
- Measure also domestic
- No
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 4415 Packing cases, boxes, crates, drums and similar packings, of wood; cable-drums of wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards, of wood; pallet collars of wood. No - Description
- Wood packaging materials
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- Entire world
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for
The measure came into effect on 01 March 2010
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 March 2010
- Publication where the measure is specified
- GOVERNMENT GAZETTE, 11 MARCH 2010
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- FOODSTUFFS, COSMETICS AND DISINFECTANTSACT, 1972 (ACT 54 OF 1972) REGULATIONS RELATING TO THE LABELLING AND ADVERTISING OF FOODSTUFFS
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- A: Protection of human life and health
- Description of the measure
- General
2.No person shall manufacture, import,sell or offer any pre-packaged foods tuff or sale, unless the foodstuff container, or the bulk stock from which it is taken is labelled in accordance withthese regulations.
3.No person shall advertise a foodstuff in any manner,which contains any information,claim, reference or declaration not permitted on the label in accordance with these regulations.
4.Subject to regulation54(3)an on-prepackaged foodstuff that is displayed for sales hall have the particulars with which it is required to be labelled in terms of these regulations appearing on display in its immediate proximity.
5.All information related to the requirements of these Regulations shall be kept on record by the manufacturer, importer, or seller and failure to produce the relevant documentation within 2 (two) working days upon request by an inspector, or employee of the Department shall constitute an offence.
6.No label or advertisement of any nature of a foodstuff shall refer to the Act ,food-related food Regulations, the Department of Health, Provincial or Local Government, or official of the said Department, Provincial or Local Government.
Presentation
7. (1) Subject to the provisions of regulation 8, information required to appear on any label shall be-
(a) in English and where possible,atleast one other official language of the Republic of South Africa;
(b) clearly visible, easily legible and indelible and the legibility thereof shall not be affected by pictorial or any other matter,printed or otherwise.
(2) The labels of pre-packaged foodstuffs shall be applied in such a manner that it cannot be separated from the container at point-ofsale - Reference of the measure
- Section 2-53
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out PG: 7 Food products No - Description
- Food products
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world 01 March 2010 - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001: Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid., 2002: Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2003: Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid., 2004: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06., 2005: Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. and 2006: Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 2. (1) No person shall sell canned vegetables in the Republic of South Africa -
(e) unless such products are marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulation 9; and
(f) if such products are marked with particulars and in a manner so prescribed as particulars with which it may not be marked.
MARKING REQUIREMENTS
9. (1) Each container with canned vegetables shall be clearly and legibly marked and labelled with the following particulars:
(a) A code mark which has been approved, in writing, by the Executive Officer and which consists of the name of the canning establishment, the product concerned and the date of manufacture thereof: Provided that-
(i) the canning establishment identification code shall be indicated at the last position in the sequence: and
(ii) in the case of a transparent containers where the contents are clearly visible, the product code need not be indicated.
(b) The name or trade mark of the manufacturer or packer.
(c) The physical address of the manufacturer or packer.
(d) A true description of the contents thereof indicated on the main panel.
(e) The packing medium in which the product concerned is packed expressed as part of the product name or in close proximity to the product name: Provided that products packed in normal, unflavoured brine need not be labelled with the packing medium.
(f) An indication oft he grade thereof.
(g) The net mass or fluid content, as the case may be, as required in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(h) The drained mass of the vegetables in the case of canned vegetables packed in a liquid medium. For the purpose of this requirement liquid medium means water, aqueous solution of salt or vinegar, either singly or in combination.
(i) The expression "Product of" followed by the name of the country of origin:
Provided that no abbreviations shall be used.
(2) The requirements setout in subregulation (1) shall be printed in English or both in English and any of the other official languages: Provided that a supplementary label containing the information set out in subregulation (1) may be used instead of relabelling.
(3) If one or more containers of canned vegetables are packed in an outer container such container shall be marked or labelled with the following particulars:
(a) The name or trade mark of the manufacturer or packer.
(b) The physical address of the manufacturer or packer.
(c) A true description of the contents thereof.
(d) An indication of the grade thereof.
(e) The net mass or fluid content, as the case may be, as required in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(f) The expression "Product of" followed by the name of the country of origin:
Provided that no abbreviations shall be used.
(g) The number of containers packed therein.
(4) If a transparent outer container is used and the particulars on the containers are visible from the outside, the requirements of subregulation (3) need not be complied with.
(5) If the same label as those affixed to the containers are affixed on the outer container, the requirements of subregulation(3 ) need not be complied with.
(6) Subject to the provisions of subregulation (1) canned vegetables shall comply with the additional marking
requirements, where applicable, for each kindd of canned vegetable as set out in Part II.
(7) The label of a container of canned vegetables shall --
(a) be clean and neat;
(b) be pasted securely;
(c) not be pasted over other labels; and
(d) be affixed to such container only by or on behalf of the manufacturer or packer.
Prohibited particulars
10. No wording, illustration or other method of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation, or which directly or by implication creates or may create a misleading impression of the contents or grade, shall appear on a container or outer container containing canned vegetables. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1) (e) -(f), 9 and 10
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001 Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2002 Tomatoes prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2003 Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid. Yes Canned vegetables 2004 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2005 Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen, other than products of heading 20.06. Yes Canned vegetables 2006 Vegetables, fruit, nuts, fruit-peel and other parts of plants, preserved by sugar (drained, glac Yes Canned vegetables - Description
- Canned vegetables
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.60: - Asparagus and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Additional marking requirements
17 (7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 -
(a) each container containing canned asparagus shall be marked with the size group; and
(b) cuts and heads or cut spears may be labelled as "Salad Cuts" - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 17 (7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned Aspragus 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned Aspragus 2005.60 - Asparagus Yes Canned Aspragus 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned Aspragus - Description
- Canned Aspragus
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.5: - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) : and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 18 (4) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9, each container containing dried beans in sauce with added flavourings, herbs or spices, the flavour thereof shall be indicated in conjunction with or in close proximity to the product designation.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18 (4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned dried beans 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned dried beans 2005.5 - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) : Yes Canned dried beans 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned dried beans - Description
- Canned dried beans
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.20: -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils, 2004.90.90: -- Other, 2005.40: - Peas (Pisum sativum), 2005.99.99: ---- Other and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- (2) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 , the component with the greater mass, shall be indicated first in the name of the product.
- Reference of the measure
- Regulation 22 (2)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned carrots and peas 2004.90.20 -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils Yes Canned peas 2004.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned carrots 2005.40 - Peas (Pisum sativum) No Canned peas 2005.99.99 ---- Other Yes Canned carrots 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned carrots and peas - Description
- Canned carrots and peas
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.10: - Cucumbers and gherkins, 2004.90.10: -- Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins, 2005.99.2: --- Lentils, cucumbers and gherkins: and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Additional marking requirements
(7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 -
(a) whole cucumbers may be designated as "gherkins", provided that they are not larger than 30 mm in diameter;
(b) whole cucumbers may be designated as "cocktail gherkins" or "baby gherkins", provided that they are not larger than 20 mm in diameter; and
(c) each container containing pickled cucumbers shall be marked with the type of pack, including the .name of the herb in relation to the type referred to in subregulation (3) - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 25 (7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.10 - Cucumbers and gherkins Yes Pickled cucumbers 2004.90.10 -- Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins Yes Pickled cucumbers 2005.99.2 --- Lentils, cucumbers and gherkins: Yes Pickled cucumbers 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Pickled cucumbers - Description
- Pickled cucumbers
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.20: -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils, 2005.40: - Peas (Pisum sativum) and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Additional marking requirements
(5) Subject to the provisions of regulations 9 -
(a) canned fresh peas may be marked "Green Peas", "Garden Peas" or "Green Garden Peas";
(b) small size peas may be labelled "Early Peas" or "Petit Pois"; and
(c) medium size peas may be labelled as Extra Choice Grade, provided the word "medium" appears on the label - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 27 (5)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned fresh peas 2004.90.20 -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils Yes Canned fresh peas 2005.40 - Peas (Pisum sativum) Yes Canned fresh peas 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned fresh peas - Description
- Canned fresh peas
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 2001.90.90: -- Other, 2004.90.20: -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils, 2005.40: - Peas (Pisum sativum) and 2006.00.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 January 2004
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 January 2004
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No 25605, 24 October 2003
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Vegetables Intended For Sale in the Republic of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Additional marking requirements
(4) Subject to the provisions of regulation 9 -
(a) dried or processed peas may not be marked "Green" or "Fresh" or "Garden", nor shall any other word or picture used indicating either directly or by ambiguity, omission or inference that the peas are other than peas which have been dried and soaked;
(b) the words "Dried", "Processed" or "Mature" shall appear in the name of the product on the container;
(c) if peas are packed according to the size range mixed, the containers shall be marked with the word "mixed sizes"; and
(d) each container containing dried peas with added flavourings, herbs or spices, the flavour thereof shall be indicated in conjunction with or in close proximity to the product designation. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 28(4)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 2001.90.90 -- Other Yes Canned peas: dried or processed 2004.90.20 -- Peas (PISUM SATIVUM), beans (VIGNA SPP., PHASEOLUS SPP.) and lentils Yes Canned peas: dried or processed 2005.40 - Peas (Pisum sativum) Yes Canned peas: dried or processed 2006.00.90 - Other Yes Canned peas: dried or processed - Description
- Canned peas: dried or processed
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
A31: Labelling requirements
