WORLD TRADE  
ORGANIZATION  G/TBT/GEN/N/90 
28 July 2008 
 (08-3613) 
Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade  
  
 
NOTIFICATIONS ISSUED DURI NG THE MONTH OF JUNE 2008 
 
Note by the Secretariat
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 In the Second Triennial Review of the Oper ation and Implementation of the TBT Agreement 
(concluded in November 2000), Members instructed the Secretariat to prepare a monthly list of 
notifications.  The attached table contains a list of  notifications issued during the month of June 2008, 
which includes a total of 77 new notifications by 25 Members.  
 
 This document has been prepa red under the Secretariat's own 
responsibility and without prejudice to the positions of Members 
and to their rights and obligations under the WTO  
  G/TBT/GEN/N/90 
Page 2 Member Notification and  
Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Argentina G/TBT/N/ARG/231 
18/06/2008 2.9.2 Liquid fuel pumps Harmonization of metrological 
legislation within MERCOSUR 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ARG/232 
18/06/2008 2.9.2 Low voltage electrical products To ensure the safety of humans, animals 
and goods 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ARG/233 
18/06/2008 2.9.2 Gas appliances for domestic use To ensure the safety of humans, animals 
and goods 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ARG/234 
18/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cable and conductors To  ensure consumer safety when using 
low voltage electric cable and conductors 08/08/2008 
Armenia G/TBT/N/ARM/65 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Elements of gas economy To abolish the inaccuracies and misprints 
found in the technical regulation, and to ensure safe work conditions protecting human life, health and the environment 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ARM/66 
19/06/2008 2.9.2 Raw materials and food-products 
produced by the method of organic agriculture, as well as processed 
foodstuffs and food of any animal and 
plant origin. To ensure food safety, protection of 
human, animal and plant life and health Not specified 
Brazil G/TBT/N/BRA/280 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Liqueurs and cordials  
(HS Code:  2208.70) Protection of human health 24/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/281 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Cleaning products and non-agricultural 
pesticides Protection of consumer health and 
prevention of deceptive practices 25/05/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/282 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Organic agricultural products Protection of human health 13/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/283 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Organic agricultural products Protection of human health 15/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/284 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Wine and products of grapes and wine 
(ICS: 22.04) Protection of human health 14/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/285 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Health Products Not stated 16/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/286 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Health Products Not stated 16/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/287 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Wine and products of grapes and wine  
(ICS:  code 22.04) Protection of human health 20/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/288 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Forage plant seeds (ICS: 12.09.1) Protection of human health Not specified  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Brazil (cont'd) G/TBT/N/BRA/289 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Wine and products of grapes and wine 
(ICS: 22.04) Protection of human health 26/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/BRA/290 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, 
herbicides, disinfectants, etc.  (HS:  38.08) Not stated 04/07/2008 
Canada G/TBT/N/CAN/242 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 1001101010 Durum wheat, seed, within 
access commitment;  1001102010 Durum wheat, seed, over access commitment;  
1001901020 Wheat, seed, within access 
commitment;  1001902020 Wheat, seed, over access commitment;  10030010 Barley seed To facilitate international trade by 
removing KVD requirements for imported wheat seed that have already been removed for wheat seed of national 
origin. 23/06/2008 
 G/TBT/N/CAN/243 
05/06/2008 2.9.2 
5.6.2 Cigarettes, cigarette tobacco, kreteks, 
leaf tobacco and tobacco sticks  
(ICS: 55.230, 65.160) Protection of human health 14/08/2008 
China G/TBT/N/CHN/399 
24/06/2008 5.6.2 Products relating to safeguarding 
national security, preventing deceptive 
practices, protecting human life or safety, animal or plant life or health, and the environment. Safeguarding national security, 
preventing deceptive practices, 
protecting human life or safety, animal or plant life or health, and the environment 23/08/2008 
Costa Rica G/TBT/N/CRI/75 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 ICS:  59.080.01 Cons umer information 23/08/2008 
El Salvador G/TBT/N/SLV/120 
30/06/2008 2.9.2 Sauces and dressings:  mayonnaise  
(ICS:  67.200) Protection of human health 29/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/SLV/121 
30/06/2008 2.9.2 Energy efficiency of self-contained 
commercial refrigeration appliances.  Maximum energy consumption limits, 
test methods and labelling  
(ICS:  97.130.20) Environmental protection and electrical 
energy saving 29/08/2008 
European 
Communities G/TBT/N/EEC/197 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Alphachloralose; Aluminium phosphide; 
Bromadialone; Indoxacarb; Thiacloprid Protection of public health and of the 
environment.  Harmonisation of the EU market on biocidal products 01/08/2008  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Finland G/TBT/N/FIN/24 
16/06/2008 2.9.2 National frequency plans for using radio 
equipment and systems (Regulation 4K/2008 M) for the frequency range from 9 kHz to 400 GHz To ensure efficient use of the radio 
frequency spectrum and to inform manufacturers, distributors and users on the nationally available frequencies and licensing systems 12/11/2008 
France G/TBT/N/FRA/82 
13/06/2008 2.9.2 Veterinary medicines To provide a framework for quality 
assurance in the manufacture, control 
and storage of veterinary medicines Not specified 
 G/TBT/N/FRA/83 
16/06/2008 2.9.2 Medicinal products for human use is  to provide a secure framework, from 
the point of view of public health and 
environmental protection, for the collection and disposal of unused medicinal products Not specified 
 G/TBT/N/FRA/84 
18/06/2008 2.9.2 Fairground and amusement park 
attractions and rides, machinery and structures To prevent accidents which could result 
from the use of such equipment 17/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/FRA/85 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Alcohol breath-testing devices 
(breathalyzers) Technological developments of recent 
years.  Simplification of procedures 26/08/2008 
India G/TBT/N/IND/34 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 All pre-packaged food imported or 
domestically produced To ensure food safety and awareness for 
the consumers 30/07/2008 
Israel G/TBT/N/ISR/209 
17/06/2008 2.9.2 Swinging fire door (ICS:13.220.50;  
HS: 7610,7308.30,4418.20) Protection of human health and trade 
facilitation 16/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ISR/210 
17/06/2008 2.9.2 Dangerous substa nces and preparations 
(ICS: 13.300) Protection of human health and lowering 
of trade barriers 16/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ISR/211 
20/06/2008 2.9.2 Portable appliances consuming liquefied 
petroleum gas (LPG)  
(ICS: 27.060.20, 27.040.20). Protection of human life and lowering of 
trade barriers 19/08/2008 
Japan G/TBT/N/JPN/255 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Nickel compounds (except Nickel 
carbonyl), Arsenic and Arsenic compounds (except Arsenic trioxide, Arsine and Gallium  arsenide) and their containing preparations, etc. To prevent hazards to workers due to 
harmful chemical substances 01/08/2008  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Japan (cont'd) G/TBT/N/JPN/256 
06/06/2008 2.9.2 Frozen processed foods manufactured in 
Japan and distributed in the Tokyo metropolitan area To ensure an appropriate choice of food 
products for consumers 05/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/JPN/257 
06/06/2008 2.9.2 Air conditioners (HS:  8415.10, 8415.81, 
8415.82); Routers and Switches   (HS:  8471.80) Protection of the environment 05/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/JPN/258 
13/06/2008 2.9.2 
5.6.2 Electric Power Assist Cycles  
(HS: 87.11) Protection of human health and safety 12/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/JPN/259 
23/06/2008 2.9.2 Vinegar To accommodate the diversified vinegar 
products and kinds of ingredients; Consumer information  22/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/JPN/260 
23/06/2008 2.9.2 Dressing and Dressing Type Seasoning To accommodate the current 
manufacturing practices of Dressing and 
Dressing Type Seasoning; Consumer 
information  22/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/JPN/261 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Asbestos-containing products To prevent hazards to workers due to 
asbestos 23/08/2008 
Kenya G/TBT/N/KEN/119 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Calcium chloride  
(HS: 2827.20.00; ICS: 71.00) Consumer protection 26/08/2008 
Korea, 
Republic of G/TBT/N/KOR/177 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Organic processed food To prevent deceptive practices 08/08/2008 
Mexico G/TBT/N/MEX/141 
06/06/2008 2.9.2 Citrus products Protection of human health and safety Not specified 
 G/TBT/N/MEX/142 
06/06/2008 2.9.2 Personal protective equipment (places of 
work) Protection of human health and safety 21/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/MEX/143 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Personal protective equipment (places of 
work) Protection of human health and safety 02/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/MEX/144 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Personal protective equipment (places of 
work) Protection of human health and safety 21/07/2008 
New Zealand G/TBT/N/NZL/45 
11/06/2008 2.9.2 All tariff numbers in chapters 1-22 of 
the working tariff code are included Food safety and public health safety 05/08/2008 
Peru G/TBT/N/PER/18 
16/06/2008 2.9.2 Methanol (methyl alcohol)  
(HS:  2905.11.00.00) Protection of human health 09/09/2008  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Philippines G/TBT/N/PHL/99 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Toys (ICS:  97.200.50) Protection of human health and safety 04/08/2008 
South Africa G/TBT/N/ZAF/77 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Personal flotation aids (HS:  6307.20, 
ICS:  13.340.70; 47.080, National Tariff Heading: Life-jackets and  life-belts) Consumer safety 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ZAF/78 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Electrical and Electronic Apparatus  
(HS:  84; 85, ICS:  97.030) Consumer safety, environmental 
protection 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ZAF/79 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Swimming aids (HS: 9506;  ICS: 
97.220.40; 13.340.70, National Tariff Heading: Water sport equipment) Consumer safety 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ZAF/80 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 Treated timber (HS: 44, ICS : 71.100.50; 
79.020, National Tariff Heading: Timber) Consumer safety 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/ZAF/81 
11/06/2008 2.9.2 Lamp control gear  (HS: 85.36;  ICS : 
29.140.99 National Tariff Heading: 
Electrical apparatus for switching or 
protecting electrical circuits, for making connections to or in electrical circuits) Consumer safety 06/08/2008 
Sweden G/TBT/N/SWE/92 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Equipment for personnel and vehicles at 
an approved airport Protection of human health and safety 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/SWE/93 
20/06/2008 2.9.2 Ships To make corrections, of mostly minor 
character, to parts of the regulation 05/09/2008 
Chinese Taipei G/TBT/N/TPKM/61 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 
5.6.2 Massage appliances  
(HS: Chapters 85 and 90) Consumer protection 08/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TPKM/62 
09/06/2008 2.9.2 
5.6.2 Compact fluorescent lamps  
(HS:  Chapters 85) Consumer protection 08/08/2008 
Trinidad and 
Tobago G/TBT/N/TTO/32 
26/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – PVC insulated, non-
armoured cables for voltages up to and including 450/750 V, for electric power, 
lighting and internal wiring   
(ICS:  29.060.20) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
Trinidad and 
Tobago (cont'd) G/TBT/N/TTO/33 
26/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – Flexible cords rated up 
to 300/500 V for use with appliances and equipment intended for domestic, office and similar environments  (ICS:  29.060.01) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TTO/34 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – Flexible cables rated up 
to 450/750 V, for use with appliances 
and equipment intended for industrial 
and similar environments   (ICS:  29.060.01) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a 
product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TTO/35 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – Thermosetting 
insulated, unarmoured cables for a voltage of 600/1000 V   (ICS:  29.060.20) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TTO/36 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – Thermosetting 
insulated, armoured cables for voltages 
of 600/1000 V and 1900/3300 V 
(ICS:  29.060.20) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a 
product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TTO/37 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 Electric cables – PVC insulated, 
armoured cables for voltages of 600/1000 V and 1900/3300 V  (ICS:  29.060.20) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a product of acceptable quality 06/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/TTO/38 
27/06/2008 2.9.2 General-use snap switches  
(ICS:  29.120.40) To protect the consumer or user against 
danger to health or safety by ensuring a product of acceptable quality. 06/08/2008 
United States G/TBT/N/USA/394 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Prescription drugs and biological 
products for pregnancy and lactation 
(ICS:  11.120) Protection of human health 27/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/395 
04/06/2008 2.9.2 Olive oil  
(HS: 15-2, 1509-1510, ICS:  67.200) Protection of consumers and human 
health 01/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/396 
04/06/2008 2.9.2 Hearing aids  
(HS:  9021.40;  ICS:  11.180) Protection of human health 18/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/397 
11/06/2008 3.2 Outdoor hydronic heaters/wood boilers  
(HS:  Code 8402,  ICS:  27.060) Protection of consumers and the 
environment 03/07/2008  
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Date of Circulation Article Product/Measure Objective Deadline for 
Comments 
United States 
(cont'd) G/TBT/N/USA/398 
11/06/2008 2.9.2 Transport of animals  
(ICS:  03.220, 07.080, 65.020) Protection and humane treatment of 
animals 08/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/399 
11/06/2008 2.9.2 Dodecandioic acid, dihydrazide,  
thiophene, dibromo-3-hexyl  (ICS:  13.020, 71.100) Protection of the environment 09/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/400 
19/06/2008 2.9.2 Beverage vending machines  
(HS:  8476.11-19, 8418.10-69, ICS:  97.130, 13.020) Energy conservation 16/07/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/401 
19/06/2008 2.9.2 Digital mammography systems  
(HS:  9018.11-90; ICS:  11.040) Protection of human health 28/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/402 
24/06/2008 2.9.2 Drug products  
(HS:  3004, 1302.19; ICS:  11.120) Protection of human health 17/09/2008 
 G/TBT/N/USA/403 
30/06/2008 2.9.2 Snowmobiles (HS:  8703.10; ICS:  
43.160, 13.040, 13.020, 71.100) Protection of the environment 25/07/2008 
Vietnam G/TBT/N/VNM/1 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Biodiesel fuel blend stock (B100) and 
denatured fuel ethanol Protection of consumers and the 
environment 01/08/2008 
 G/TBT/N/VNM/2 
02/06/2008 2.9.2 Toys for use in play by children under 
14 years of age Protection of children from risks caused 
by toys 01/08/2008 
 
 
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