DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ASSOCIATED ACT: Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 Of 1990)
REGULATION NAME: Regulations regarding the classification, packing and marking of processed meat products intended for sale in South Africa
NO AND DATE: R1283 of 04 October 2019
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the classification, packing, and marking requirements of processed meat products intended for sale within South Africa.
The scope of this regulation can be found under Regulation (clause) 2 referring to Regulation (clause) 4.
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MEAT (RAW PROCESSED) – Regulations Regarding the Classification, Packing and Marking of Certain Raw Processed Meat Products Intended for Sale in South Africa
Read more: MEAT (RAW PROCESSED) – Regulations Regarding the Classification, Packing and Marking of Certain Raw Processed Meat Products Intended for Sale in South AfricaKey facts
- Processed meat products intended for sale in South Africa are governed by Regulation R1283, published on 4 October 2019.
- R1283 was issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- R1283 sets out the classification, packing and marking requirements for processed meat products.
- The scope of the regulation is found under clause 2, which refers to clause 4.
- ASC Food Safety Consultants supports South African food businesses with consulting, audits, accredited training and FSMS toolkits to reach compliance faster.
Frequently asked questions
Which regulation governs processed meat products sold in South Africa?
Processed meat products intended for sale in South Africa are governed by Regulation R1283, published on 4 October 2019. It sets the standards for the classification, packing and marking of these products. R1283 falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
Under which Act was R1283 made?
R1283 was made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). This is the primary Act that regulates product standards for agricultural products, including processed meat, in South Africa.
Who is responsible for the processed meat products regulation?
The regulation is issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This department administers the classification, packing and marking requirements for processed meat products set out in R1283.
What does R1283 cover?
R1283 covers the classification, packing and marking requirements for processed meat products intended for sale within South Africa. The scope of the regulation is set out under clause 2, which refers to clause 4, and the full detail is contained in the official regulation document.
How can a South African food business become compliant with these requirements?
ASC Food Safety Consultants helps South African food businesses meet these requirements through consulting, audits, accredited training and ready-to-use FSMS toolkits. These services are aimed at helping businesses get compliant faster.