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Ministerial Decree for the application of mandatory Egyptian standards related to food products (11 pages, in Arabic)
Egypt issued an addendum on 7 October 2026 to the earlier TBT notification G/TBT/N/EGY/1. Addenda often report that a measure was adopted, changed, postponed or withdrawn. The measure was first notified on 14 December 2005. The comment period closed on 14 April 2026.
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The comment period closed on 14 April 2026. You can still raise concerns about the measure with your country's WTO TBT enquiry point, quoting the document symbol G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.38; it can take them up with Egypt.
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The Egyptian standard ES 1589 for 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) '(partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic).
Products covered: (ICS code: 13.060.10) Water of natural resources This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 209/2026 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six -month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 1589 for 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) '(partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and Ministerial Decree No. 503 /2023 (2 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.24 dated 4 April 2024, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with modification with Codex standard CXS 227-2001, adopted in 2001, amended in 2019. It is worth noting that this standard has been partially modified as follows: Item No.3/4/1/5 Radiation Properties 'test' (Alpha activity(α)) The maximum Permissible limit (Bq/l) to be (0.5). Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption:21/9/2026. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian…
Products covered: ICS: 67.060 (Cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 608/2020 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 4037 'Cake and Cake Mixtures Powder' (10 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Proposed date of adoption: 4 December 2020. Proposed date of entry into force: 15 January 2021. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
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AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.38
The Egyptian standard ES 1589 for 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) '(partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic).
Products covered: (ICS code: 13.060.10) Water of natural resources This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 209/2026 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six -month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 1589 for 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) '(partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and Ministerial Decree No. 503 /2023 (2 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.24 dated 4 April 2024, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with modification with Codex standard CXS 227-2001, adopted in 2001, amended in 2019. It is worth noting that this standard has been partially modified as follows: Item No.3/4/1/5 Radiation Properties 'test' (Alpha activity(α)) The maximum Permissible limit (Bq/l) to be (0.5). Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption:21/9/2026. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian…
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.37
The Egyptian standard ES 1725 for 'Salted fish' (16 pages, in Arabic).
Products covered: ICS: 67.120.30 (Fish and fishery products). This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No.209/2026 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six -month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 1725 for 'Salted fish' (16 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and the Ministerial Decree No. 256/2016 which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.1 dated 15 August 2016, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Egyptian Standard and the draft of this Egyptian standard was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.36 dated 8 April 2026. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with Codex standard CXS 244 'Salted Atlantic Herring and Salted Sprat' adopted in 2004, amended in 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018 and 2024. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 21/9/ 2026. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528…
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.36
Comment deadline: Closed on 14 April 2026
The Egyptian standard ES 1725 for 'Salted fish' (17 pages, in Arabic).
Products covered: ICS: 67.120.30 (Fish and fishery products). This addendum concerns the notification of the draft of the Egyptian standard ES 1725 for 'Salted fish' (17 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and the Ministerial Decree No. 256/2016 which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.1 dated 15 August 2016, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard complies with Codex standard CXS 244 'Salted Atlantic Herring and Salted Sprat' adopted in 2004, amended in 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018 and 2024. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: To be determined. Date of entry into force: To be determined. Final date for comment: 14 April 2026. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.35
The Egyptian standard ES 336-1 for 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General'
Products covered: ICS: 67.160.20 (Non-alcoholic beverages). This addendum concerns the notification of the draft Egyptian standard ES 336-1 for 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General' (9 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, the Ministerial Decree No. 100/2019 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.7 dated 13 May 2019, the Ministerial Decree No. 608/2020 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.18 dated 30 March 2021, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard has been formulated according to National studies. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: To be determined. Date of entry into force: To be determined. Final Date for comment: 14 April 2026. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.34
The draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 355-1 for 'Honey and method of Analysis - part 1: Honey'
Products covered: (ICS 67.180.10) Sugar and sugar products. This addendum concerns the notification of the draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 355-1 for 'Honey and method of Analysis - part 1: Honey' (13 page(s), in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard is technically identical with modification with Codex Standard CXS 12-1981 adopted in 1981, revised in 1987, 2001, amended in 2019, 2022. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Proposed date of adoption: To be determined Proposed date of entry into force: To be determined Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@eos.org.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.33
The Egyptian Standard ES 1903 ' Powdered Sugar (icing sugar)'
Products covered: (ICS 67.180) Sugar. Sugar products. Starch. This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 248/2025 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1903 'Powdered Sugar (icing sugar)' (10 pages, Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with Codex Standard CXS 212 'Sugars', adopted in 1999, amended in 2001, 2019 and 2022. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 11 August 2025. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.32
The Egyptian Standard ES 1008-4 'Soft cheese - part 4: karish cheese'
Products covered: (ICS code: 67.100.30) Cheese This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 248/2025 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1008-4 'Soft cheese - part 4: karish cheese ' (12 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with: The National Food Safety Authority Board of Directors Decision No. 1/2021 (the mandatory technical regulations of microbiological criteria for foodstuff and its amendments). ES 1008-4 /2005. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 11 August 2025. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.31
The Egyptian Standard ES 3-6 'processed feed- animal feeding stuffs - part 6: sorghum in animal feed '
Products covered: (ICS 65.120) Animal feeding stuffs. This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 248/2025 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 3-6 ' processed feed - animal feeding stuffs - part 6: sorghum in animal feed ' (12 pages, Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with: Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Decree No. 1498/1996 regarding the regulation, manufacture, circulation and control of feed. USDA Grain inspection handbook, Book 11 Barley 2013. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 11 August 2025. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.30
The Egyptian Standard ES 3-5 ' processed feed - animal feeding stuffs - part 5: barley kernels in animal feed'
Products covered: (ICS 65.120) Animal feeding stuffs. This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 248/2025 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 3-5 ' processed feed - animal feeding stuffs - part 5: barley kernels in animal feed' (11 pages, Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with: Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Decree No. 1498/1996 regarding the regulation, manufacture, circulation and control of feed. USDA Grain inspection handbook, Book 11 Barley 2013. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 11 August 2025. Date of entry into force: The day following the date of publication in the official gazette. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.28
The Egyptian Standard ES 2063 for 'Essential requirements and descriptive criteria of Fruit Flavored Meassel Tobacco'
Products covered: Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS: 65.160) This addendum concerns the notification of draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 2063 for 'Essential requirements and descriptive criteria of Fruit Flavored Meassel Tobacco' (8 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and Ministerial Decree No. 403/2018 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.4 dated 4 September 2018, mandated among others the earlier versions of this standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard has been formulated according to National Studies Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: To be determined Date of entry into force: To be determined Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo - Egypt E-mail: eos@eos.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.29
The Egyptian Standard ES 612 for 'Blended Tobacco For Cigarettes'
Products covered: Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS: 65.160) This addendum concerns the notification of draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 612 for 'Blended Tobacco For Cigarettes' (9 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No.130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and the Ministerial Decree No. 1001/2017 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.3 dated 10 January 2018 and the Ministerial Decree No. 143 /2024 (1 page, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.25 dated 29 May 2024, mandated among others the earlier versions of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard has been formulated according to National Studies. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: To be determined Date of entry into force: To be determined Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo - Egypt E-mail: eos@eos.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.27
The Egyptian Standard ES 1819-1 for' Essential requirements for Bouillon and consommés and methods of analysis and testing part 1: bouillon and consommés '
Products covered: ICS 67.120.10 (Meat and meat products), ICS:67.120.20 (Poultry and eggs) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 447/2024 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1819-1 for' Essential requirements for bouillons and consommés and methods of analysis and testing part 1: bouillon and consommés' (11 pages, Arabic) It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 Dec 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with Codex Standard No. 117/1981 'bouillons and consommés', adopted in 1981. revised in 2001, 2015. amended in 2021. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 7 September 2024 Date of entry into force: 3 October 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.26
The Egyptian Standard ES 3-15 for 'processed feed and raw feed materials part: 15 - green fodder feed stuff '
Products covered: (ICS 65.120) Animal feeding stuffs. This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No.447/2024 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 3-15 'processed feed and raw feed materials part: 15 - green fodder feed stuff '(10 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 Dec 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard complies with: Ministerial Resolution of the Ministry of Agriculture 1498/1996 regarding the regulation, manufacture, circulation and control of feed.). Animal Nutrition Book (Animal Production Research Institute) Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 7 September 2024 Date of entry into force: 3 October 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.25
The Egyptian Standards ES 718,612 for 'Blended Tobacco For Cigarettes' (8 pages in Arabic) (partial amendment).
Products covered: Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS code: 65.160) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 143 /2024 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standards ES 718,612 for 'Blended Tobacco For Cigarettes' (8 pages in Arabic) (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No.130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 and the Ministerial Decree No. 1001/2017 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.3 dated 10 January 2018 mandated among others the earlier versions of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that these standards have been partially modified in the following items: - item (3) Definitions - Adding a new definition' Tobacco moisture: The percentage by weight of the volatile fraction of tobacco when dried for 16 hours at a temperature of 100°C'). - item(5) Packaging and Labelling - change item (5/2) to be 'The trade name on the package' - item (5) – adding new item (5/8) 'The trade name is written on the cigarette in Arabic or any other foreign language'. Worth mentioning is that this standard has been formulated according to National Studies. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of…
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.24
The Egyptian Standard ES 1589 for 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) '
Products covered: (ICS code: 13.060.10) Water of natural resources This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 503/2023 (2 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1589 'General standard for bottled/ packaged drinking waters (other than natural mineral waters) ' (21 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 Dec 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with modification with Codex standard CXS 227-2001 Adopted in 2001, Amended in 2019 Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 18 Dec 2023 Date of entry into force: 5 January 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.23
The Egyptian standard ES 1251-1 for ' Wheat flour with its different extraction and methods of analysis and testing part: 1 wheat flour with its different extractions ' (partial amendment)
Products covered: ICS: 67.060 (cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 503/2023 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 1251-1 ' Wheat flour with its different extraction and methods of analysis and testing part: 1 wheat flour with its different extractions' (partial amendment in 2 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard has been formulated according to National Studies. It is worth noting that this standard has been partially amended as following: Add new item No. 2/3/8 ' Wheat flour extract 85%: It is wheat flour that is 50% free of red tooth and fine and coarse germs.'; Modify item No. 3/12 Ash percentages according to extraction calculated on dry weight. Modify item No. 4/7 remainder after sieving. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 18 December 2023 Date of entry into force: 5 January 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16…
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.22
the Egyptian standard ES 1090 for ' Frozen poultry and rabbits ' (partial amendment)
Products covered: Poultry and eggs (ICS: 67.120.20). This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 503/2023 (2 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 1090 for 'Frozen Poultry and Rabbits ' (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 1097/2019 (1 page, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.9 dated 7 January 2020, mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard has been formulated according to National studies. It is worth noting that this standard has been partially modified as the following: Amendment the note under clause (2) 'Definition' It is contained 'inedible parts are considered feathers, blood, and offal. Otherwise, they are considered edible parts'. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 18 December 2023 Date of entry into force: 5 January 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.21
The Egyptian Standard ES 358-1 for ' Refined sugar and white sugar and methods of analysis part:1 refined sugar and white sugar'(10 pages, in Arabic).
Products covered: ICS:67.180.10 (Sugar and sugar products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 503 /2023 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian StandardES 358-1 ' Refined sugar and white sugar and methods of analysis - part:1 refined sugar and white sugar'(10 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130 /2005 (11 pages in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with modification with Codex Standard CXS 212, Adopted in 1999. Amended in 2019. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 18 December 2023 Date of entry into force: 5 January 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo - Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.20
The Egyptian Standard ES 286-1 for 'Macaroni and methods of inspection and testing - Part 1: macaroni'
Products covered: ICS:67.060 (Cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 503 /2023 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 286-1 for' Macaroni and methods of inspection and testing - Part 1: macaroni'(12 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard has been formulated according to National Studies. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standards through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Date of adoption: 18 December 2023 Date of entry into force: 5 January 2024 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo - Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.19
The Egyptian Standard ES 3493 'products of poultry meat treaded with heat'
Products covered: ICS: 67.120.10 (Poultry and eggs) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 222/2021 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 3493 'products of poultry meat treaded with heat' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is national studied Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Proposed date of adoption: 20 May 2021. Proposed date of entry into force: 14 June 2021 Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.18
The Egyptian standard ES 336-1 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General' (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic).
Products covered: ICS: 67.160.20 Non-alcoholic beverages. This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No.608/2020 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 336-1 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General' (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 100/2019 (2 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.7 dated 13 May 2019 mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that ES 336-1 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General' (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic) is concerned with cancelling the item no. 5/2/3 'In case that permitted artificial sweeteners (sugar substitutes) are used, the approval of the competent authorities is required. The Registration number should be reflected on the label.' Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian Standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Proposed date of adoption: 4 December 2020. Proposed date of entry into force: 15 January 2021. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.17
The Egyptian Standard ES 4037 'Cake and Cake Mixtures Powder' (10 Pages, In Arabic).
Products covered: ICS: 67.060 (Cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 608/2020 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 4037 'Cake and Cake Mixtures Powder' (10 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Producers and importers are kept informed of any amendments in the Egyptian standard through the publication of administrative orders in the official gazette. Proposed date of adoption: 4 December 2020. Proposed date of entry into force: 15 January 2021. Agency or authority designated to handle comments and text available from: National Enquiry Point Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality 16 Tadreeb El-Modarrebeen St., Ameriya, Cairo – Egypt E-mail: eos@idsc.net.eg/eos.tbt@eos.org.eg Website: Tel: + (202) 22845528 Fax: + (202) 22845504
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.16
Products covered: ICS: 67.120.30 (Fish and fishery products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 173/2020 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 288 for'smoked fish' (11 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier vers
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.15
Products covered: ICS: 67.120.30 (Fish and fishery products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 173/2020 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 3494 for 'chilled fish' (11 pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier v
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.14
Products covered: ICS 67.100.30 (Cheese) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 173/2020 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1008-12 for ' soft cheese - part: 12 feta cheese ' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the ea
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.13
Products covered: ICS: 67.060 (Cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 173/2020 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 384,992,1332 for 'Halawa Tehenia' (14 pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among ot
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.12
Products covered: ICS 67.100.30 (Cheese) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 172/2020(1page, in Arabic), which: Gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian standard ES 8338 ' mozzarella cheese ' (10 pages, in Arabic); Cancels the Egyptian Standard ES 1008-14 'soft cheese - part: 14 mozzarella cheese ' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was f
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.11
Products covered: ICS 67.100.30 (Cheese) This addendum concerns the notification of the Draft Egyptian standard ES 1008-14 'soft cheese - part: 14 mozzarella cheese ' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard has been formulated according to National stud
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.10
Products covered: ICS 67.100.30 (Cheese) This addendum concerns the notification of the Draft Egyptian Standard ES 1008-12 ' soft cheese - part: 12 feta cheese ' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard has been formulated according to National studies.
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.9
Products covered: Poultry and eggs (ICS: 67.120.20) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No.1097/2019 (1 page, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 1090' Frozen poultry and rabbits' (13 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005, mandated among others the earlier ver
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.8
Products covered: ICS: 67.060 (Cereals, pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of Draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 384,992,1332'Halawa Tehenia' (14 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Standard. Worth mentioning is that this draft Standard complies with: - CODEX STAN CXS 309R-2011 'Regi
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.7
Products covered: Non-alcoholic beverages (ICS: 67.160.20); Cereals, Pulses and derived products (ICS: 67.060); Meat and meat products (ICS: 67.120.10) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 100/2019 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the following Egyptian Standards: ES 336-1 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General' (partial amendment in 1 page, in Arabic). ES 416-1 'Biscuits and Methods of Analy
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.5
Products covered: ICS 67. 060 (Cereals, Pulses and derived products) This addendum concerns the notification of Draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 416-1 'Biscuits and Methods of Analysis and Testing Part 1: Biscuits' (11 Pages, In Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.6
Products covered: ICS 67.120.10 (meat and meat products) This addendum concerns the notification of Draft of the Egyptian Standard ES 1522 ' Frozen meat' (11 Pages, in Arabic). It should be noted that the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated 14 December 2005 mandated among others the earlier version of this Egyptian Standard. Worth mentioning is that this standard is technically identical with Council Regulation (EEC) No 2377/90
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.4
Products covered: Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS: 65.160) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 403/2018 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 2063 'essential requirements and descriptive criteria of Fruit Flavored Meassel Tobacco' (1 page, in Arabic). It should be noted that Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 which was formerly notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 d
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.3
Products covered: Tobacco, tobacco products and related equipment (ICS 65.160) This addendum concerns the notification of the Ministerial Decree No. 1001/2017 (2 pages, in Arabic) that gives the producers and importers a six-month transitional period to abide by Egyptian Standards ES 718,612 'Blended Tobacco For Cigarettes' (8 pages in Arabic) which were subjected to partial amendments. Worth mentioning is that Ministerial Decree No.130/2005 (11 pages, in Arabic) notified in G/TBT/N/EGY/1 dated
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.2
Products covered: Non-Alcoholic Beverages. Including juices, nectars, mineral waters, lemonades, root beer, cola drinks, etc. Tea. Coffee. Cocoa. ICS: 67.160.20 This addendum concerns the notification of adoption, publication, and entry into force of regulations: Ministerial Decree No. 1001/2017 (2 pages, in Arabic) gives the producers and importers a transitional period of six months to abide by the Egyptian Standard ES 336-1/2017 'Carbonated Beverages - part 1: General ' (9 pages, in Arabic).
AddendumG/TBT/N/EGY/1/Add.1
Products covered: Fish and fishery products (ICS: 67.120.30). This addendum concerns the notification of adoption, publication, and entry into force of regulation: Ministerial Decree No. 256/2016 that gives producers and importers a six-month transitional period to comply with Egyptian standard ES 1725/2016 'Salted fish' (11 pages, in Arabic). Egyptian standard ES 1725/2016 supersedes ES No. 1725/2005 that has already been mandated since 2005 by the Ministerial Decree No. 130/2005 which was form
Regular notificationG/TBT/N/EGY/1
Ministerial Decree for the application of mandatory Egyptian standards related to food products (11 pages, in Arabic)
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WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, open for commentsNew
This draft of Egyptian standard specifies the requirements for Aluminium sulfate and gives reference to the analytical methods. It gives information on its use in water treatment. It also determines the rules relating to safe handling and use of aluminium sulfate (see Annex B of the draft Egyptian…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/EGY/603Comments until 20 December 2026
WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, open for commentsNew
This draft of the Egyptian standard specifies the characteristics, requirements and practical information for aluminium chloride anhydrous, aluminium chloride basic, dialuminium chloride pentahydroxide and aluminium chloride hydroxide sulfate used in the treatment of water intended for human…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/EGY/602Comments until 20 December 2026
WTO notificationTBTProposed measure, open for commentsNew
This draft of Egyptian standard specifies the requirements for henna leaf powder—intended for use on hair, skin, and nails without any additives—as well as the relevant sampling and testing methods. Worth mentioning is that this draft standard complies with Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/EGY/601Comments until 20 December 2026
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