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 grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R345 of 20 March 2020
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in South Africa.
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DAIRY PRODUCTS – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Dairy Products and Imitation Dairy Products Intended for Sale in the Republic of South Africa
Read more: DAIRY PRODUCTS – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Dairy Products and Imitation Dairy Products Intended for Sale in the Republic of South AfricaKey facts
- The sale of eggs in South Africa is governed by the Regulations regarding the grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
- The regulation is cited as R345 and dated 20 March 2020.
- It is issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- It sets standards specifically for the grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in South Africa.
Frequently asked questions
Which regulation governs the sale of eggs in South Africa?
The sale of eggs is governed by the Regulations regarding the grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. This regulation is referenced as R345 and dated 20 March 2020. It sets the standards for how eggs sold in South Africa must be graded, packed and marked.
Under which Act do the South African egg regulations fall?
The egg regulations fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). This is the associated Act cited for the grading, packing and marking regulation for eggs.
Which government department issued the egg grading, packing and marking regulation?
The regulation was issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This is the department responsible for the standards on eggs intended for sale in South Africa.
What does the R345 egg regulation cover?
R345 primarily focuses on setting standards for the grading, packing and marking of eggs intended for sale in South Africa. It applies to eggs offered for sale within the Republic of South Africa.
When did the current egg regulation take effect?
The regulation is cited as R345 of 20 March 2020. This is the number and date associated with the grading, packing and marking regulation for eggs in South Africa.
