Non-Tariff Measure

NTM classification
A14: Authorization requirement for sanitary and phytosanitary reasons for importing certain products 
Date when the measure came into force
27 June 2011 
Publication where the measure is specified
Tanzania Food, Drug and Cosmetics (Registration of Foods); Government Notice No. 207 
Regulation where the measure is specified
The Tanzania Food, Drugs and Cosmetics ( Registration of Foods) Regulations , 2011 
Country/Region applying the measure
Tanzania 
Coded list of objectives
A: Protection of human life and health 
Description of the measure
14 (4) In case of import and export of non pre-packaged food, all permits shall be granted by the Authority.
17. If for any reason the certificate holder changes any matter related to a registered food product such as change of com posit ion, packaging, la bell ing or any other change shall, before marketing the changed product-
(c) obtain approval in writing from the Authority. 
Reference of the measure
Part III Regulation 14 (6)
Part IV Regulation 17 (c)
Guidelines for registration of food 
Measure also domestic
No 

Products affected by the measure.

Description
Farm food produce 

Countries/Regions affected by the measure.

Inclusion/Exclusion Country Date in Date out
Inclusion Entire world