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Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/QAT/512 Qatar 2017
Sustainable and environmentally friendly…
Sustainable and environmentally friendly production
 Technical regulation or specifications Not specified
GSO Draft Technical Regulation "General…
GSO Draft Technical Regulation "General Safety Requirements of Household Detergents"
This Gulf Technical Regulation establishes the requirements applicable on Household Detergents placed in the market within the GCC countries ensuring a high degree of environmental protection and human safety
Environment related objective
The main purpose of this regulation is to ensure that all household detergents and homecare products in scope of the regulation do not have harmful effect to the consumer or the environment when used in accordance to the usage instruction stated on product label
Measure description Coverage of the measure
GSO Draft Technical Regulation "General Safety Requirements of Household Detergents"
This Gulf Technical Regulation establishes the requirements applicable on Household Detergents placed in the market within the GCC countries ensuring a high degree of environmental protection and human safety
Laundry Powder Detergents (Automatic and Manual), Laundry Liquid Detergents, Fabric Stain Remover, Laundry Fabric Softener, Hand Dish Wash Detergent, Automatic Dishwasher Detergent, All Purpose Cleaner (without disinfectant properties), Detergent with Bleach, Soap Flakes, Carpet Shampoos, Liquid Glass Cleaner, Sodium Bicarbonate, Scouring Powder
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
71.100.44
Subsidy amount Implementation period
180 days from Publication day in official gazette
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/SAU/1037 Saudi Arabia, Kingdom of 2017
Sustainable and environmentally friendly…
Sustainable and environmentally friendly production
 Technical regulation or specifications Not specified
Environment related objective
The main purpose of this regulation is to ensure that all household detergents and homecare products in scope of the regulation do not have harmful effect to the consumer or the environment when used in accordance to the usage instruction stated on product label
Measure description Coverage of the measure
GSO Draft Technical Regulation "General Safety Requirements of Household Detergents"
This Gulf Technical Regulation establishes the requirements applicable on Household Detergents placed in the market within the GCC countries ensuring a high degree of environmental protection and human safety
Laundry Powder Detergents (Automatic and Manual), Laundry Liquid Detergents, Fabric Stain Remover, Laundry Fabric Softener, Hand Dish Wash Detergent, Automatic Dishwasher Detergent, All Purpose Cleaner (without disinfectant properties), Detergent with Bleach, Soap Flakes, Carpet Shampoos, Liquid Glass Cleaner, Sodium Bicarbonate, Scouring Powder
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
71.100.45
Subsidy amount Implementation period
180 days from Publication day in official gazette
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/YEM/115 Yemen 2017
Sustainable and environmentally friendly…
Sustainable and environmentally friendly production
 Technical regulation or specifications Not specified
Environment related objective
The main purpose of this regulation is to ensure that all household detergents and homecare products in scope of the regulation do not have harmful effect to the consumer or the environment when used in accordance to the usage instruction stated on product label
Measure description Coverage of the measure
GSO Draft Technical Regulation "General Safety Requirements of Household Detergents"
This Gulf Technical Regulation establishes the requirements applicable on Household Detergents placed in the market within the GCC countries ensuring a high degree of environmental protection and human safety
Laundry Powder Detergents (Automatic and Manual), Laundry Liquid Detergents, Fabric Stain Remover, Laundry Fabric Softener, Hand Dish Wash Detergent, Automatic Dishwasher Detergent, All Purpose Cleaner (without disinfectant properties), Detergent with Bleach, Soap Flakes, Carpet Shampoos, Liquid Glass Cleaner, Sodium Bicarbonate, Scouring Powder
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
71.100.46
Subsidy amount Implementation period
180 days from Publication day in official gazette
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/ARG/328 Argentina 2017 Energy conservation and efficiency Conformity assessment procedures Manufacturing
Energy efficiency certification and labelling of…
Energy efficiency certification and labelling of electric washing machines for household use – Revision
The notified text establishes the time-limits and procedures for implementing and applying the revised Standard IRAM 2141-3:2017 on the energy efficiency certification and labelling of electric washing machines for household use
Environment related objective
The text establishes procedures for the implementation of the revised standard which aims to ensure that energy is being used with efficiency and rationality
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Energy efficiency certification and labelling of electric washing machines for household use – Revision
The notified text establishes the time-limits and procedures for implementing and applying the revised Standard IRAM 2141-3:2017 on the energy efficiency certification and labelling of electric washing machines for household use
Electric washing machines for household use
Type of measure
Conformity assessment procedure
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
43054
Keywords
Energy
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/ARM/79 Armenia 2017 General environmental protection Technical regulation or specifications Manufacturing
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical…
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical Regulations "On safety of High Pressure Equipment"
Bringing into compliance of several provisions of the technical regulation, particularly introducing new terms, specifying certain provisions of the technical regulation by technical editing based on the results of the application practice of the technical regulation
Environment related objective
Technical regulation on safety of high pressure equipment that aims to ensure health, safety and environmental protection
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical Regulations "On safety of High Pressure Equipment"
Bringing into compliance of several provisions of the technical regulation, particularly introducing new terms, specifying certain provisions of the technical regulation by technical editing based on the results of the application practice of the technical regulation
Pressure equipment
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Not less than 180 days from the adoption of the technical regulation
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/ARM/80 Armenia 2017 General environmental protection Technical regulation or specifications Manufacturing
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical…
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical Regulations "On safety of High Pressure Equipment"
Exclusion of pipelines having the nominal diameter of more than 25 mm. and the maximum allowable operating pressure of above 0.05MPa from the scope of the technical regulation
Environment related objective
Technical regulation on safety of high pressure equipment that aims to ensure health, safety and environmental protection
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Amendments to the Customs Union Technical Regulations "On safety of High Pressure Equipment"
Exclusion of pipelines having the nominal diameter of more than 25 mm. and the maximum allowable operating pressure of above 0.05MPa from the scope of the technical regulation
Pressure equipment - pipelines having the nominal diameter of more than 25 mm. and the maximum allowable operating pressure of above 0.05MPa
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Not less than 180 days from the adoption of the technical regulation
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/ARM/82 Armenia 2017
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management
 Technical regulation or specifications Manufacturing
Draft of the Eurasian Economic Commission…
Draft of the Eurasian Economic Commission Collegium Decision on amendments to the Chapter II of the Common sanitary and epidemiological and hygienic requirements for products subject to sanitary and epidemiological surveillance. The Draft of the Decision provides for exclusion of the content of phosphoric compounds from the formulation of synthetic detergents and water softeners
Environment related objective
This draft on common sanitary and epidemiological and hygienic requirements aims to ensure human health and safety, as well as to protect the environment
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Draft of the Eurasian Economic Commission Collegium Decision on amendments to the Chapter II of the Common sanitary and epidemiological and hygienic requirements for products subject to sanitary and epidemiological surveillance. The Draft of the Decision provides for exclusion of the content of phosphoric compounds from the formulation of synthetic detergents and water softeners
Goods (products) subject to sanitary and epidemiological control (surveillance)
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Entry into force: To be determined
Keywords
Environment
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/AUS/105 Australia 2017
Climate change mitigation and adaptation, Energy…
Climate change mitigation and adaptation, Energy conservation and efficiency
 Technical regulation or specifications Manufacturing
Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Air…
Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps) Determination 2017 includes four changes to the energy efficiency regulations for air conditioners:
1. Adopt a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) methodology for rating air conditioner energy efficiency
2. Adopt a Zoned Energy Rating Label to replace the existing Energy Rating Label, and report Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratings
3. Changes to MEPS requirements
4. Minor changes
Environment related objective
The standard`s purpose is to provide consumer information, labelling; to protect the environment; to harmonize; and to save cost and enhance productivity.
1. Alignment of standards and regulation with international standards.
2. Contribute to Australia's plan to improve energy productivity by 40 per cent by 2030.
3. Contribute to Australia's target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 26 to 28 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps) Determination 2017 includes four changes to the energy efficiency regulations for air conditioners:
1. Adopt a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) methodology for rating air conditioner energy efficiency
2. Adopt a Zoned Energy Rating Label to replace the existing Energy Rating Label, and report Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratings
3. Changes to MEPS requirements
4. Minor changes
Air conditioning machines, comprising a motor-driven fan and elements for changing the temperature and humidity, including those machines in which the humidity cannot be separately regulated. Ventilators. Fans. Air-conditioners
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
23.120
8415
Subsidy amount Implementation period
The lower MEPS requirements for double duct portable air conditioners will come into force the day after the regulations are approved (e.g. December 2017). The MEPS requirements for air conditioners with a capacity >65kW will come into force no earlier than 1 October 2020. All of the other proposed regulatory changes will come into force no earlier than 1 April 2019 (the main date of entry into force)
Keywords
Energy
Climate
Green
Labelling
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/BLZ/6 Belize 2017 Air pollution reduction Technical regulation or specifications Energy
Final Draft Standard Specification for Diesel…
Final Draft Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel
This national standard has been developed in recognition of the consumer concerns as it relates to quality of the product with respect to performance, environmental and health concerns present in a growing nation which is increasing the use of vehicles that use diesel fuel. This standard represents one aspect of efforts to minimize air pollution with a view to reducing harmful effects to the public and the environment. It includes requirements for three key properties, namely, cetane value (number and index), sulphur content and aromatic hydrocarbon content
Environment related objective
Given the bad quality of fuels in Belize, the standard establishes requirements for three key properties. The standard`s purpose, inter alia, is to minimize air pollution with a view to reducing harmful effects to the public and the environment. Other objectives include consumer information, labelling; prevention of deceptive practices and consumer protection; protection of human health or safety; and quality requirements.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Final Draft Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel
This national standard has been developed in recognition of the consumer concerns as it relates to quality of the product with respect to performance, environmental and health concerns present in a growing nation which is increasing the use of vehicles that use diesel fuel. This standard represents one aspect of efforts to minimize air pollution with a view to reducing harmful effects to the public and the environment. It includes requirements for three key properties, namely, cetane value (number and index), sulphur content and aromatic hydrocarbon content
Diesel Fuel (High, Low and Ultra-low Sulphur)
Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals (other than crude) and preparations not elsewhere specified or included, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, these oils being the basic constituents of the preparations, other than waste oils: Liquid fuels
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
75.160.20
27101
Subsidy amount Implementation period
43101
Keywords
Environment
Pollution
Technical Barriers to Trade G/TBT/N/BLZ/7 Belize 2017 Air pollution reduction Technical regulation or specifications Energy
Standard Specification for Unleaded Gasoline for…
Standard Specification for Unleaded Gasoline for Motor Vehicles

-Automotive gasolines are essentially blends of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum and may contain selected additives that impart specific features to the finished gasoline. The hydrocarbons are derived from fractional distillation of crude oil, and associated processes that increase either the amount or the quality of the gasoline obtained. The resulting components vary from individual hydrocarbons such as, normal butane, to products that contain hundreds of different hydrocarbons. The properties of commercial gasolines are influenced by the refinery practices employed and the nature of the crude oils from which they are produced. Finished gasolines encompass a boiling range of about 30°C to 225°C. This standard specifies requirements and test methods for two grades of unleaded gasoline: Premium and Regular for use in spark-ignition internal combustion engines in Belize.
Environment related objective
Given the bad quality of fuels in Belize, the standard aims to provide specifications on unleaded gasoline for motor vehicles. The standard`s objectives include environmental protection; consumer information, labelling; prevention of deceptive practices and consumer protection; protection of human health or safety; and quality requirements.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Standard Specification for Unleaded Gasoline for Motor Vehicles

-Automotive gasolines are essentially blends of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum and may contain selected additives that impart specific features to the finished gasoline. The hydrocarbons are derived from fractional distillation of crude oil, and associated processes that increase either the amount or the quality of the gasoline obtained. The resulting components vary from individual hydrocarbons such as, normal butane, to products that contain hundreds of different hydrocarbons. The properties of commercial gasolines are influenced by the refinery practices employed and the nature of the crude oils from which they are produced. Finished gasolines encompass a boiling range of about 30°C to 225°C. This standard specifies requirements and test methods for two grades of unleaded gasoline: Premium and Regular for use in spark-ignition internal combustion engines in Belize.
Unleaded Gasoline

- Petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals (other than crude) and preparations not elsewhere specified or included, containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals, these oils being the basic constituents of the preparations, other than waste oils: Liquid fuels
Type of measure
Technical regulation
 ICS - HS Code
75.160.20
27101
Subsidy amount Implementation period
43008
Keywords
Environment