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 vinegar and imitation vinegar intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R1340 of 07 December 2018
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the classification, packing, and marking requirements of vinegar and imitation vinegar intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
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Read more: VINEGAR – Regulations Relating to the Classification, Packing and Marking of Vinegar and Imitation Vinegar Intended for Sale in the Republic of South Africa (R1340 of 2018)Key facts
- Regulation R1340 of 07 December 2018 governs the classification, packing and marking of vinegar and imitation vinegar intended for sale in South Africa.
- The regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- It is issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The rules apply to both vinegar and imitation vinegar offered for sale within the Republic of South Africa.
- The full regulation document is available to download from the source page.
Frequently asked questions
Which regulation controls vinegar and imitation vinegar sold in South Africa?
Regulation R1340 of 07 December 2018 controls it. It sets standards for the classification, packing and marking of both vinegar and imitation vinegar intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
Under which Act does the vinegar regulation R1340 fall?
R1340 of 2018 falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). This is the parent legislation that gives the regulation its legal authority in South Africa.
Which government department issued the vinegar regulation?
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development issued the regulation. It administers the classification, packing and marking requirements for vinegar and imitation vinegar under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990.
What does R1340 of 2018 actually cover?
It covers the classification, packing and marking requirements for vinegar and imitation vinegar intended for sale in South Africa. The full regulation document is available to download for the complete detailed requirements.