Export regulation updates
Updates about this market, newest first: its WTO notifications of draft SPS and TBT rules and any other update that names it. 11 published so far.
Source: WTO ePing (opens in a new tab). Summaries by Expodite, which is independent of the WTO.
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WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, open for commentsNew
This document outlines test specifications, packaging and labelling requirements for fluids used in road-vehicle hydraulic brake and clutch systems.
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/140Comments until 17 December 2026
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard specifies the characteristics, labelling, packaging, and sampling requirements for whiskey intended for human consumption. It includes provisions for type designations and classification based on production methods and raw materials. The standard also establishes limits for heavy…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/137/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard specifies the requirements and sampling methods for Tequila. It provides guidance on the production process and establishes maximum limits for heavy metals and other relevant compositional parameters in the final product. The standard also outlines microbiological criteria applicable…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/134/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard is intended for use by manufacturers, bottlers, distributors and importers of gin to ensure that consumers get a product of good quality.
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/132/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard specifies the requirements for the characteristics, labelling, packaging and sampling of spirit-based liqueurs/cordials for human consumption.
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/133/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard prescribes the requirements for wines and gives details of labelling, manufacturing and the characteristics of the wine. It provides guidance on the production process and establishes maximum limits for heavy metals and other relevant compositional parameters in the final product…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/136/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard specifies requirements for brewed products to be sold or traded in the region. It is not applicable to beverages that are not derived from cereals and are sold under common names, including the words, 'beer' and 'ale'. EXAMPLE Ginger Beer, Ginger Ale, Root Beer are not covered by the…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/131/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This Standard specifies characteristics, labelling, packaging, requirements, and sampling for vodka. This standard also applies to flavoured vodka. It provides guidance on the production process and establishes maximum limits for heavy metals and other relevant compositional parameters in the…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/135/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
This standard specifies the requirements for the packaging, labelling, and sampling of alcoholic mixed, aromatized, and ready-to-drink beverages intended for human consumption. The standard does not apply to other categories of alcoholic beverages for which separate standards exist, including…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/130/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, not in force yetNew
The Technical Regulation lays down rules governing the labelling of pre-packaged goods, their importation, production and trade within Jamaica. The proposed technical regulation aims to provide a scope, application, terms and definitions, general, specific product labelling requirements and…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/139Comment period closed
WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, not in force yetNew
The Technical Regulation lays down rules governing the labelling of pre-packaged foods, their importation, production and trade within Jamaica. The Technical Regulation sets out the following: a. Labelling Requirements for Pre-Packaged Foods b. Product Labelling Requirements for: Fruit and…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/JAM/138Comment period closed
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Food safety, animal and plant health
Rules that protect people, animals and plants from risks carried by food, feed, pests and diseases: maximum residue limits, additives and contaminants, quarantine and inspection, and the certificates that go with them.
Technical product rules
Technical regulations, standards and conformity assessment for products: specifications, labelling and marking, packaging, and the tests and certificates a product needs before it can be sold.
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