Non-tariff Measures
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Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0709.99: -- Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(9) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class endives are packed shall be marked with ;
(a) the expression "grown under protection", where applicable; and
(b) the minimum mass per unit or the number of units in the container concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 17(9)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.99 -- Other Yes Endives - Description
- Endives
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 0909.6: - Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries :
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(10) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1 and Class 2 fennel is packed shall be marked with the minimum and maximum diameter and in the case of Class 3 and Lowest Class the minimum diameter. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 18(10) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0909.6 - Seeds of anise, badian, caraway or fennel; juniper berries : Yes Fennel - Description
- Fennel
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0910.1: - Ginger :
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class ginger is packed, shall be marked with:
(a) the minimum and maximum mass in grams;
(b) in the case of ginger fingers the expression "ginger fingers'. or "fingers". - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20(6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0910.1 - Ginger : No - Description
- Ginger
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 0708.20: - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green beans are packed shall be marked with ;
(a) the applicable size ;
(i) in the case of needle beans, indicated by the words "very fine", "fine" and "medium";
(ii) in the case of other beans (if sized), indicated by the minimum and maximum width of the pods;
(b) the expression to indicate that the beans have been trimmed, where appropriate. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 20(6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0708.20 - Beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) Yes Green beans - Description
- Green 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 0703.10: - Onions and shallots
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which the foilage of Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green onions, (from which the bulbs have been cut off) are packed, shall be marked "Chives" or "Schnittlouch". - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 22(8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0703.10 - Onions and shallots Yes Green onions - Description
- Green onions
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 0708.10: - Peas (Pisum sativum)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class green peas are packed with --
(a) the expression "shelling peas", "mangetout peas", "sugar snap peas" or equivalent expression if the contents are not visible from the outside;
(b) "trimmed", "topped and tailed" or other relevant expression in the case of trimmed peas. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 23(6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0708.10 - Peas (Pisum sativum) Yes Green peas - Description
- Green 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 0706.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class horse-radish are packed shall be marked with the nett mass: Provided that if the produce is presented in bunches the number of bunches may be given instead of the mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 24(7)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Horse radish - Description
- Horse radish
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 0703.90: - Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- (7) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class leeks are packed shall be marked with -
(a) the number of bundles if leeks are packed in bundles;
(b) the expression "early leeks", where appropriate; and
(c) the expression "mini leeks" or "baby leeks" or other appropriate term for miniature produce, where appropriate: Provided that where several types of miniature produce are mixed in the same packages, all products shall be mentioned. - 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 0703.90 - Leeks and other alliaceous vegetables Yes Leeks - Description
- Leeks
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 0705.1: - Lettuce :
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class lettuce is packed, shall be marked with ;
(a) the expression "grown under protection", where applicable; and
(b) the minimum mass per unit or the number of units in the container concerned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 26(8) of Part II
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0705.1 - Lettuce : No - Description
- Lettuce
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0709.51: -- Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class mushrooms are packed shall be marked with the mass. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 27 (8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0709.51 -- Mushrooms of the genus Agaricus No - Description
- Mushrooms
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
-
Applied by South Africa on the entire world for 0706.90: - Other
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(8) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class radishes are packed shall be marked with;
(a) the number of bundles, if radishes are packed in bundles; and
(b) the minimum and maximum diameter of the radishes where applicable. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 32(8)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0706.90 - Other Yes Radishes - Description
- Radishes
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 0710.40: - Sweet corn
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(13) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part 1 each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class sweet corn are packed, shall be marked with -
(a) the expression "mini corn" or "baby corn" or other appropriate term for miniature produce, where appropriate: Provided that where several types of miniature produce are mixed in the same package, all products shall be mentioned. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 36(13)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0710.40 - Sweet corn No - Description
- Sweet corn
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 0714.20: - Sweet potatoes
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(6) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I a container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class sweet potatoes are packed shall also be marked with the mass group. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 37 (6)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0714.20 - Sweet potatoes No - Description
- Sweet potatoes
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 0705.21: -- Witloof chicory (Cichorium intybus var. foliosum)
The measure came into effect on 24 May 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 24 May 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36480, 24 May 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Fresh Vegetables Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- Marking requirements
(13) Subject to the provisions of regulation 10(1): Part I, each container in which Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Lowest Class witloof chicory are packed, shall be marked with the minimum and maximum diameter and length. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 39(13)
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0705.21 -- Witloof chicory (Cichorium intybus var. foliosum) No - Description
- Witloof chicory
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 1202: Ground-nuts, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken.
The measure came into effect on 07 October 2005
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 07 October 2005
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 28084, 7 October 2005
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Groundnuts Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- These regulations are the minimum standard applicable to groundnuts that are destined for sale in the Republic of South Africa but does not include -
(a) groundnuts in retail quantities; or
(b) those that have not yet undergone sieving and sorting processes. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1) No person shall sell groundnuts in the Republic of South Africa-
(c) unless the groundnuts are packed and marked in accordance with the packing requirements set out in regulations 8, 9 and 10.
8. (1) All containers that contain groundnuts shall be marked clearly and legibly on each container or on a label that is affixed thereto with the following particulars:
(a) The name and address of the owner.
(b) The processor's code that have been approved by the executive officer in writing on request of the processor (Imported groundnuts are excluded).
(c) The net mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(d) The class, grade and count of the contents: Provided that these may be indicated by means of a series of symbols as set out in subitem (3), in the sequence of class, grade and where applicable, the count.
(e) The lot number of the consignment concerned.
(f) The country of origin.
(2) All containers that contain groundnuts which exceed the prescribed maximum total aflatoxin level as permitted in terms of Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972), should be clearly indicated that such groundnuts are not intended for direct human consumption.
(3) The symbols as mentioned in subitem (1 )(d) for the different -
(a) classes are:
(i) A in the case of groundnuts classified as Class A;
(ii) B in the case of groundnuts classified as Class B;
(iii) C in the case of groundnuts classified as Class C;
(iv) D in the case of groundnuts classified as Class D; and
(v) E in the case of groundnuts classified as Class E.
(b) grades are:
(i) K in the case of groundnuts graded as Choice Grade;
(ii) S in the case of groundnuts graded as Standard Grade;
(iii) KM in the case of groundnuts graded as machine cleaned choice grade;
(iv) SM in the case of groundnuts graded as machine cleaned standard grade;
(v) PM in the case of groundnuts graded as machine cleaned crushing grade;
(vi) HM in the case of groundnuts graded as machine cleaned splits;
(vii) HU in the case of groundnuts graded as hand cleaned splits;
(viii) DA in the case of groundnuts graded as selection fall out;
(ix) P in the case of groundnuts graded as crushing grade;
(x) DM 80/100 in the case of groundnuts graded as sundry machine cleaned 80/100;
(xi) D 80/100 in the case of groundnuts graded as sundry hand cleaned 80/100;
(xii) P 100/130 in the case of groundnuts graded as crushing hand cleaned 100/130;
(xiii) NC2 in the case of groundnuts graded as hand cleaned pod; and
(xiv) F Grade Other.
Prohibited particulars
9. No wording, illustration or other means of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation which directly or by implication, creates a misleading impression of the contents, shall appear on a container which contains groundnuts. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3(1)(c), 8 and 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1202 Ground-nuts, not roasted or otherwise cooked, whether or not shelled or broken. No - Description
- Groundnuts
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 0810.90.10: -- Granadillas and litchis
The measure came into effect on 01 December 2016
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 01 December 2016
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 39504, 1 December 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Litchis 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 litchis in the Republic of South Africa --
(e) unless such litchis are marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulation 11.
MARKING REQUIREMENTS
11. (1) Each container including prepacked units containing litchis shall be marked clearly, neatly,
indelibly, legibly, on any visible 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 "Litchis", "Lychees", or other common name relating to Litchi chinensis: Provided that if the contents are visible from the outside, this expression does not have to be indicated on the container;
(b) the appropriate cultivar/ variety;
(c) the expression "Class 1", "Class 2" or "Lowest Class", as the case may be;
(d) the name and physical or postal address of the producer, packer or owner of the contents of the container;
(e) the country of origin; Provided that no abbreviations or the expression "South Africa" on its own shall be used (e.g. "Product of South Africa", "Produced in South Africa", or any other similar expression; and
(f) the applicable date of packing/ date code or an internationally recognised code.
( 2) If containers are marked by means of affixing labels thereupon, such labels shall be clean and securely attached and shall not be superimposed on other labels.
Prohibited particulars
12. No person shall use any name, word, expression, reference, particulars or indication in any manner, either by itself or in conjunction with any other 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.
Display
13. (1) If litchis in containers for sale are being displayed, such container shall be placed in such a manner to ensure that the prescribed markings on the containers or labels, as the case may be, are clearly visible.
( 2) If litchis are displayed for sale other than in containers, --
(a) any quantity thereof of a particular class or cultivar, as the case may be, shall not be so displayed mixed with litchis of any other class or cultivar; and
(b) the class and cultivar of such quantity of litchis shall be displayed in clear legible letters on a notice board prominently placed at such quantity of litchis. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(e), 11-13
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0810.90.10 -- Granadillas and litchis Yes Litchis - Description
- Litchis
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 1102.20: - Maize (corn) flour, 1103.13: -- Of maize (corn), 1104.23: -- Of maize (corn), 1107.10.90: -- Other, 1107.20.90: -- Other, 1108.12: -- Maize (corn) starch and 19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products
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 Maize 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 a consignment of maize products in the Republic of South Africa --
(d) unless such maize products are marked with the particulars and in the manner prescribed in regulation 6.
Marking requirements
6. (1) Each container in which a maize product is packed shall be marked in clearly legible symbols, letters and figures with --
(a) the name and physical address of the manufacturer, packer, processor, distributor and/or importer of the maize product concerned;
(b) the grade of the maize product as mentioned in regulation 3; and
(c) the net mass of the maize product concerned in that container as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act 1973 (Act No, 77 of 1973).
(2) Each container in which a fortified maize product is packed, shall contain the particulars in terms of Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act No. 54 of 1972).
(3) The provisions of this sub-regulation (1 and 2) shall not apply with regard to a maize product which --
(a) is sold in bulk; or
(b) is repacked in quantities of less than 50 kg, where the mass concerned is measured in the presence of the buyer of that maize product or his agent, and is taken from a container which is marked as contemplated in
subregulation (1).
Prohibited particulars
7. No wording, illustration or other device of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation or which directly or by implication can create a misleading impression of the contents shall appear on the container containing any grade of maize products or on a label affixed thereto or which is displayed therewith. - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 2(1)(d), 6 and 7
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1102.20 - Maize (corn) flour No 1103.13 -- Of maize (corn) No 1104.23 -- Of maize (corn) No 1107.10.90 -- Other Yes of maize 1107.20.90 -- Other Yes of maize 1108.12 -- Maize (corn) starch No 19 Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products Yes Of maize - Description
- Maize 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 1003: Barley.
The measure came into effect on 21 June 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 June 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 36587, 21 June 2013
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Malting Barley 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 barley 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 barley shall be marked or endorsed by means of appropriate symbols specified in sub regulation (2), with -
(a) the class of the barley;
(b) the cultivar; and
(c) 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) M in the case of Class Malting Barley; and
(ii) O in the case of Class Other Barley;
(b) grades shall be --
(i) M in the case of Grade Malting Barley; - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1) and 8
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1003 Barley. Yes Malting barley - Description
- Malting barley
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 1005: Maize (corn).
The measure came into effect on 21 June 2013
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 21 June 2013
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 32190, 8 May 2009
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Maize Intended For Sale In The Republic Of South Africa
- Country/Region applying the measure
- South Africa
- The rationale of the measure
- 2. These regulations are the minimum standards applicable to maize that are destined for sale in the Republic of South Africa but does not include
(a) maize in retail quantities; and
(b) maize for seed production purposes. - Coded list of objectives
- X: For purposes n.e.s.
- Description of the measure
- 3. (1) No person shall sell maize 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 9
Marking requirements
9. Each container or the accompanying sales document of a consignment of maize shall be marked or endorsed with
(a) the class of the maize;
(b) the grade. in the case of Class White Maize or Class Yellow Maize; - Reference of the measure
- Regulation 3(1)(e) and 9
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 1005 Maize (corn). No - Description
- Maize
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 0703.10: - Onions and shallots
The measure came into effect on 13 June 2015
Non-Tariff Measure
- NTM classification
- A31: Labelling requirements
- Date when the measure came into force
- 13 June 2015
- Publication where the measure is specified
- Government Gazette No. 38546, 13 March 2015
- Regulation where the measure is specified
- Regulations Relating To The Grading, Packing And Marking Of Onions And Shallots 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 onions or shallots in the Republic of South Africa-
(d) unless such onions or shallots are marked with the particulars and in the manner as prescribed in regulations 9, 10 and 11.
MARKING REQUIREMENTS
9. (1) Each container of onions or shallots destined for sale shall be marked clearly, legible, indelibly and not untidy, or askew by printing, stamping or by means of specially designed labels described in sub regulation (4) with the following particulars:
(a) The name or trademark and physical or postal address of either the producer or owner or importer or packer of the onions or shallots packed in that container.
(b) The expression "Class 1", "Class 2", "Class 3" and "Lowest Class", as the case may be.
(c) The expression "produce/product of followed by the full name of the country of origin thereof or the country of origin declared as required by the regulations published in terms of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act, 1972 (Act 54 of 1972).
(d) In the case of Class 1 and Class 2, the size group namely "Extra Large", "Large", "Medium", "Small" or "Pickles" as the case may be.
(e) The net mass of the contents as prescribed in terms of the Trade Metrology Act, 1973 (Act No. 77 of 1973).
(f) The name onions or shallots in the case of containers where the contents of which are not visible from outside.
(2) The particulars prescribed in sub regulation (1) shall be indicated on the container by stamping, printing or by affixing a label thereon.
(3) If at any stage the class or size designation should change the labels shall be replaced unless the new class or size designation is stamped across the old class or size designation, in clear legible block letters of at least 2 mm larger than the previous marks, with a suitable stamp.
(4) Each container containing onions or shallots shall be provided with one or more labels that shall be-
(a) intact, clean and neat;
(b) manufactured from suitable material; and
(c) affixed firmly to the container and in such a manner that re-stamping is possible without opening or damaging the container.
Display
10. Wherever onions or shallots are displayed for sale in loose quantities-
(a) any quantity of a particular class, or a particular size group or cultivar shall not be displayed mixed with onions or shallots of any other class, size group or cultivar; and
(b) adherence to the marking requirements is optional: Provided that if marked, the class, and in the case of Class 1 and Class 2 also the size group of such quantity of onions or shallots, shall be indicated in clear legible block letters of at least 10 mm in height on a notice board prominently placed at such a quantity of onions or shallots.
Prohibited particulars
11. No wording, illustration or other means of expression which constitutes a misrepresentation or which directly or by implication, creates a misleading impression of the contents, or of the quality or the class thereof shall appear on a container containing onions or shallots or on a label attached thereto. - Reference of the measure
- Regulations 2(1)(d) and 9-11
- Measure also domestic
- Yes
Products affected by the measure.
Code Product Partial coverage Partial coverage indication Date in Date out 0703.10 - Onions and shallots No - Description
- Onions and shallots
Countries/Regions affected by the measure.
Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out Inclusion Entire world - Description
- All countries
A31: Labelling requirements



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