Legal Document
Cement Regulations: Standards Act No. 18 of 2005
| Attachment | Category | Type |
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| Cement Regulations - Standards Act, 2005.pdf | Import/Export | Notice |
Measures in the Legal Document
1. Requirements for Registration of Manufacturing Facility
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Requirement | Goods | 20/02/2020 | |
Manufacturers or importers must apply to the regulator for registration of their manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with NAMS/EN 197-1 and NAMS/EN 197-2 standards. The application must include details of the cement type, manufacturing facility, a recent cement test report, and packaging information. The regulator will assess the application. Importing or trading cement from an unregistered facility is an offense, punishable by a fine of up to N$5,000, imprisonment for up to six months, or both. |
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2. Mutual Recognition Agreement
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Goods | 20/02/2020 | |
If a mutual recognition agreement exists between Namibia's regulator and a foreign certification body, the regulator may accept cement evaluation results if they meet equivalent standards. Importers must apply to the regulator, pay a fee, and receive an attestation of conformity letter, valid for 21 days per consignment. The regulator may also physically verify the imported cement's quantity and type. |
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3. Requirements for Cement
| Type | Class | Valid From | Valid To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permit Requirement | Goods | 20/02/2020 | |