Export regulation updates
Draft rules on food safety, animal and plant health (SPS) and on technical product requirements (TBT) that markets notify to the WTO before adopting them.
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WTO notificationBurundi,Kenya,Rwanda+2TBTProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
This Draft East African Standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for full-fat/regular mayonnaise, reduced-fat/light mayonnaise, and low-fat mayonnaise. This standard does not apply to emulsified sauces covered by RS 586.
Symbol: G/TBT/N/KEN/2018Comment period closed
WTO notificationBrazilSPSUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceNew
Draft for comments. Establishes the phytosanitary requirements for the import bulbs (Category 4) of freesia (Freesia spp.), of any origin.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/BRA/2358/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationPeruSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
The notified Directorial Resolution suspends, for a period of 90 (90) calendar days following publication in the Official Journal, El Peruano, the importation of livestock products of avian origin from the Republic of Chile that are able to transmit or serve as a vehicle for the virus responsible…
Symbol: G/SPS/N/PER/1114
WTO notificationBurundi,Kenya,Rwanda+2TBTProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
This Draft East African Standard specifies the requirements, sampling and test methods for virgin and refined maize/corn oil derived from the embryo (endosperm) of maize or corn (Zea mays L.).
Symbol: G/TBT/N/KEN/2021Comment period closed
WTO notificationSouth AfricaTBTProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
The proposed regulations set minimum standards for the Rooibos and Green Rooibos products and prescribe the labelling of such products when presented for sale as well as the control systems to ensure compliance with the standards. Food safety issues are excluded from the proposed regulations.
Symbol: G/TBT/N/ZAF/271Comment period closed
WTO notificationUkraineSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
The Order provides for approval of Requirements for milk, dairy products and spreadable fats intended for human consumption, produced in Ukraine or imported (shipped) into the customs territory of Ukraine, at all stages of their marketing. The Order establishes detailed requirements regarding: the…
Symbol: G/SPS/N/UKR/262Comment period closed
WTO notificationUnited StatesTBTAdopted, according to its latest noticeNew
The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA) prescribes energy conservation standards for various consumer products and commercial and industrial equipment, including fluorescent lamp ballasts (ballasts). EPCA also requires the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to determine if amended standards for…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/USA/624/Add.6Comment period closed
WTO notificationChileSPSAdopted, according to its latest noticeNew
Chile issued an addendum on 1 April 2026 to the earlier SPS notification G/SPS/N/CHL/871. Addenda often report that a measure was adopted, changed, postponed or withdrawn. The measure was first notified on 8 January…
Symbol: G/SPS/N/CHL/871/Add.1Comment period closed
WTO notificationThailandSPSUpdated: check whether it is now adopted or in forceEmergencyNew
The WOAH has reported an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the area of Spain. Therefore, it is necessary for Thailand to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever disease into the country. By the virtue of the Animal Epidemics Act B.E. 2558 (2015), the importation or transit of live domestic…
Symbol: G/SPS/N/THA/802/Add.1
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
No products listed by the notifying member
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/289Comment period closed
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
No products listed by the notifying member
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/287Comment period closed
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
No products listed by the notifying member
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/288Comment period closed
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/292Comment period closed
WTO notificationKenyaTBTProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
This Working Draft African Standard specifies requirements, test methods and sampling of bullet resistant fabrics intended to provide protection against bullets. Note 1: The tests described in the standard have inherent hazards, hence adequate safety norms for personnel and property shall be…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/KEN/2017Comment period closed
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/285Comment period closed
WTO notificationJapanSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical: Pesticide: Chlorantraniliprole.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/JPN/1397Comment period closed
WTO notificationJapanSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical: Pesticide: Glufosinate.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/JPN/1399Comment period closed
WTO notificationNicaraguaSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Nicaragua notified this proposed SPS measure to the WTO on 31 March 2026. The comment period closed on 30 May 2026.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/NIC/293Comment period closed
WTO notificationUnited StatesTBTProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Proposed rule - The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to classify blood irradiator devices (product code MOT), unclassified preamendments devices, as follows: blood irradiator devices intended to prevent transfusion-associated graft-versus-host disease into class II (special…
Symbol: G/TBT/N/USA/2268Comment period closed
WTO notificationJapanSPSProposed measure, may since have been adoptedNew
Proposal of maximum residue limits (MRLs) for the following agricultural chemical: Pesticide: Mepiquat chloride.
Symbol: G/SPS/N/JPN/1400Comment period closed
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.
Comments on a notification go from government to government. If a draft affects your exports, send your comments to your country's WTO SPS or TBT enquiry point before the comment deadline, quoting the document symbol; it forwards them to the member that notified the measure.
Enquiry points are listed on WTO ePing (opens in a new tab)Expodite matches each notification to the markets you export to and the HS codes of your products, and puts the ones that concern you in your Updates centre, with the date comments close.