FRUIT (CANNED) – Regulations Relating to the Grading, Packing and Marking of Canned Fruit Intended for Sale in the Republic of South Africa

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 fruit intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa

NO AND DATE: R135 of 18 February 2005

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This South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of canned fruit intended for sale in South Africa.

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Key facts

  • This South African regulation focuses on the grading, packing and marking of canned fruit intended for sale in South Africa.
  • It is published as Regulation R135 of 18 February 2005.
  • The regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
  • It is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
  • The full regulation can be downloaded via the link on the page (gov.za), where the detailed requirements are set out.

Frequently asked questions

Which regulation governs the packing and marking of canned fruit in South Africa?

Canned fruit sold in South Africa is governed by the regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of canned fruit, published as R135 of 18 February 2005. This regulation deals with the grading, packing and marking of canned fruit intended for sale in the country.

Under which Act do the canned fruit regulations fall?

The canned fruit regulations fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). R135 of 18 February 2005 was made under this Act.

Which government department is responsible for the canned fruit regulation?

The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This is the issuing department for R135 of 18 February 2005.

Where can I read the full canned fruit packing and marking requirements?

The detailed grading, packing and marking requirements are set out in the full text of R135 of 18 February 2005, which can be downloaded via the link provided on the page (pointing to gov.za). The page itself summarises the regulation and points to that official document for the complete requirements.

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