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 grading, packing and marking of canned and pickled vegetables intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R2826 of 02 December 2022
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards and control measures for the grading, packing and marking of canned and pickled vegetables intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
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- This regulation sets South African standards and control measures for the grading, packing and marking of canned and pickled vegetables intended for sale in the Republic.
- It is issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The measure is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The full regulation is available to download from the South African government gazette portal for the exact grading, packing and marking requirements.
- ASC Food Safety Consultants offers consulting, audits, accredited training and FSMS toolkits to help South African food businesses meet these requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What does South Africa's regulation on canned and pickled vegetables cover?
It sets standards and control measures for the grading, packing and marking of canned and pickled vegetables intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. It is aimed at products sold within the domestic South African market.
Under which law is this regulation made?
It is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The measure is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
Where can I get the full requirements for packing and marking canned and pickled vegetables?
The complete regulation can be downloaded from the South African government gazette portal (gov.za). Reviewing the full document is the only way to see the detailed grading, packing and marking requirements, as the article itself provides the regulation's scope and context rather than the full technical text.
Who does this regulation apply to?
It applies to businesses that grade, pack, mark and sell canned and pickled vegetables in South Africa. Because it governs sale within the Republic, producers and packers supplying the domestic market need to comply with its grading, packing and marking standards.
How can ASC Food Safety Consultants help with compliance?
ASC Food Safety Consultants offers consulting, audits, accredited training and ready-to-use FSMS toolkits to help South African food businesses get compliant faster. They can support businesses working to meet the grading, packing and marking requirements for canned and pickled vegetables.