DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ASSOCIATED ACT: Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 Of 1990)
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to the classification, packing and marking of fruit juice and drink intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R286 of 07 November 1980 | R411 of 14 June 2013
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This South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the classification, packing, and marking of fruit juice and drink intended for sale in South Africa.
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FRUIT JUICE AND DRINK – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Fruit Juice and Drink Intended for Sale in the Republic of South Africa
Read more: FRUIT JUICE AND DRINK – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Fruit Juice and Drink Intended for Sale in the Republic of South AfricaKey facts
- These regulations set standards for the classification, packing and marking of fruit juice and drink intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
- They are made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The relevant regulation references are R286 of 7 November 1980 and R411 of 14 June 2013 (the latest amendment).
- The legislation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The full regulation text is available to download from the FAOLEX source document linked on the page.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs the packing and marking of fruit juice and drink in South Africa?
The classification, packing and marking of fruit juice and drink for sale in South Africa is regulated under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The specific regulations are referenced as R286 of 7 November 1980 and R411 of 14 June 2013.
Which department is responsible for these fruit juice and drink regulations?
The regulations are administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This department oversees standards made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990.
What do these fruit juice and drink regulations cover?
They primarily set standards for the classification, packing and marking of fruit juice and drink intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. The requirements sit within the Agricultural Product Standards Act framework.
What is the latest amendment to these regulations?
R411 of 14 June 2013 is the most recent amendment referenced for these regulations. The earlier reference is R286 of 7 November 1980.
Where can I read the full regulation text?
The full regulation text is available to download via the FAOLEX source document linked on the page. The page itself provides the legislation references and summary rather than the complete requirement details.
