Non-Tariff Measures

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# Name Enforced By Legals Measure Description Type Activity Created On Validity From Validity To
1 Import declaration in respect of (goods on board) road vehicles for transit Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Consignment by road into Malawi requires the following documents: packing list, waybills, consignment notes and invoice. Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
2 Requirement to Purchase Bullion from Lawful Entities and upon ministers' approval if the other person is resident outside Malawi. Reserve Bank of Malawi Exchange Control Act (45:01)

A person may only import Bullion from lawful entities and upon the approval of the Minister if the bullion is bought from a person resident outside Malawi. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 1984-01-11 9999-12-31
3 Import declaration in relation to goods for clearance Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Consignments coming into Malawi require the following documents: packing list, waybills/airbills, consignment notes and invoice. Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
4 Exemptions to export of moveable property Ministry of Trade and Industry Exchange Control Act (45:01)

Any person exporting goods that exceed 5000USD should make the required payment to the Malawi Revenue Authority. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-20 1984-01-11 9999-12-31
5 Declaration requirement in relation to imports using entry into a Private Siding Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Consignment coming into Malawi by Rail, for entry into a Private Siding requires the following documents: Invoices, Waybills, Delivery Notes, and Advice Notes. Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
6 Entry requirement for imported goods for consumption Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Non-merchandise imports in baggage accompanied by traveler require Invoices Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
7 Entry of goods for consumption under industrial rebate Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Materials approved under the Eighth Schedule of the Customs and Excise Act for manufacture under Industrial Rebate Scheme. See guide to Import and Export. Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-12
8 Export Processing Zone- certification requirement Ministry of Trade and Industry Export Processing Zone Act (39:06)

A company shall require a certificate to manufacture or provide an export product. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
9 Entry of goods for consumption whose customs value is below K500,000.00 Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Merchandise of a Customs Value below K500,000.00 Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
10 Entry of temporary imported goods Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Goods imported temporarily for re-exportation Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
11 Entry of goods in transit Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Goods declared to customs for Inward transit, through transit and Outward transit Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1989-01-01 9999-12-31
12 Entry of goods for use as stores in vessels, or aircraft Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Goods used as stores in aircrafts or vessels Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
13 EPZ-Requirement for Registration of an Export Enterprise Certificate. Ministry of Trade and Industry Export Processing Zone Act (39:06)

Every exporter should have their issued certificate recorded in a Register. Export Registration requirements Import 2016-01-20 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
14 Goods imported by Post Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

All goods imported by Post Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
15 Cargo imported through Airfreight licencees Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

All goods imported through Airfrieght licencees Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
16 Entry of goods into a Bonded warehouse Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

All goods allowed entry under the law for depositing into a Bonded warehouse Declaration Import 2016-01-20 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
17 EPZ-Restrictions on Trading Ministry of Trade and Industry Export Processing Zone Act (39:06)

All export enterprises should carry on only the trade or business that is specified in the certificates. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
18 Entry of goods for exportation Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

All goods exported from open stock, bonded warehouse, temporary store except minor exports Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
19 Minor exports Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Exports by Road, Air, Post and other exports of a value not exceeding USD1,000.00 Declaration Import 2016-01-20 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
20 Registration of temporary exports Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Temporary exports to be retuned to Malawi are to be registered at exportation Declaration Import 2016-01-20 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
21 EPZ-Requirement to Pay Duty. Ministry of Trade and Industry Export Processing Zone Act (39:06)

An export enterprise will be required to pay duty if there is a deficiency of the tax allowance. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-20 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
22 Outward clearance of Aircrafts Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Aircraft departing to foreign Port are required to submit a declaration to Customs Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
23 EPZ- Exemption from Paying Duty. Ministry of Trade and Industry Export Processing Zone Act (39:06)

An export enterprise that imports or purchases any dutiable goods to be used in a bonded factory or export processing zone, can be exempted from paying duty if the goods are transported directly to a bonded factory or export processing zone and placed there under conditions as the Controller may impose. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-20 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
24 Declaration requirement for outward Clearance of motor vehicles Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Person in charge of any vehicle departing to a foreign port is required to make adeclaration to Customs Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
25 Declaration of value of imported goods Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Declarartion of value of goods at importation to be declared to Customs Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1989-01-01 9999-12-31
26 Certification of the origin of imported goods Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise Act(42:01)

Persons importing goods to deliver certificate of origin in respect of such goods Declaration Import 2016-01-20 1989-01-01 9999-12-31
27 Export Incentives- registration requirement Malawi Investment and Trade Centre Export Incentives Act (39:04)

An exporter requires a certificate of registration to benefit incentives. Export Registration requirements Import 2016-01-20 1954-03-23 9999-12-31
28 Requirement for a permit to export forest produce Ministry of Natural Resources Forestry Act (63:01)

Any person who intends to export forest produce must apply for a Permit from the Director of Forestry. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1997-12-22 9999-12-31
29 Requirement for a permit to import forest produce Ministry of Natural Resources Forestry Act (63:01)

Any person who intends to import certain types of forest produce must apply for a Permit from the Director of the Forestry. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 1997-12-22 9999-12-31
30 Restrictions on persons whom mineral rights/licences may be granted Ministry of Natural Resources Mines and Minerals (61:01)

No licence shall be given to non-citizens of malawi unless they have been ordinarily resident in Malawi during the period of four years immediately preceding the date on which his application for the grant of a right/ licence is made. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
31 Restrictions on Persons/Body corporate to whom Mineral Rights/Licences may be Granted. Ministry of Natural Resources Mines and Minerals (61:01)

It is prohibited to issue a reconnaissance or an exclusive prospecting or a mining licence to a body corporate unless it is a company or a corporation incorporated in Malawi. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
32 Minerals export permit Ministry of Natural Resources Mines and Minerals (61:01)

Any Person intending to export minerals from Malawi should acquire a permit. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
33 Reserved minerals record keeping by exporters Ministry of Natural Resources Mines and Minerals (61:01)

Every mineral licensee shall, within fourteen days after the end of the month in which he exported a reserved mineral, submit to the Commissioner a copy of the record kept in respect of that reserved mineral. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-20 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
34 Permit to export reserved minerals Ministry of Natural Resources Mines and Minerals (61:01)

Any Person intending to export a reserved mineral should acquire a valid export permit. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
35 Requirement for an Export Permit. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

Any person intending to export protected or listed species is required to apply for a permit from the Director of National Parks and Wildlife . Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
36 Requirement for an Import Permit. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

Any person intending to import protected or listed species is required to apply for a permit from the Director of National Parks and Wildlife . Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 2016-01-01 9999-12-31
37 Requirement for a Re-exportion Permit. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

Any person intending to re-exportation protected or listed species is required to apply for a permit from the Director of National Parks and Wildlife. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
38 Authorisation requirement to import seed Ministry of Agriculture Seed Act (67:06)

Every Importation of seeds must be made with the authorisation of the Minister. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
39 Testing requirement for imported seed samples Ministry of Agriculture Seed Act (67:06)

Any person who has imported seed must send a sample to authorities for testing, seven days after importation. Testing Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
40 Authorisation requirement for seed samples Ministry of Agriculture Seed Act (67:06)

A person can import seed samples not exceeding a kilogram if it is imported solely as a seed sample and its quantity is of no commercial value. Testing Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1970-01-01 9999-12-31
41 Prohibition and restriction to import hazardous fertilizer Ministry of Agriculture Fertilisers, Farm Feeds and Remedies Act (67:04)

A person can not import any product that is contaminated with heavy metal or other substance that would be harmful to environment and public health. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 1991-05-10 9999-12-31
42 Requirement for registration to import fertilizer Ministry of Agriculture Fertilisers, Farm Feeds and Remedies Act (67:04)

An application from a registered importer should be submitted, in triplicate to the registering officer. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1991-05-10 9999-12-31
43 Prohibition of fertilizer imports for experimental remedy Ministry of Agriculture Fertilisers, Farm Feeds and Remedies Act (67:04)

Exportation of any experimental remedy will require authorisation by a research institution.. Prohibition Import 2016-01-20 1991-05-10 9999-12-31
44 Registration requirement as an importer of vehicles Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

Every person who, imports new or used motor vehicles into Malawi for the purposes of business must apply to the Director for registration as an importer. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
45 Investment Incentives-requirement for permits Ministry of Trade and Industry Investment and Export Promotion Act

A company or an investor may submit an application for any relevant permit. Export License Restrictions Import 2016-01-20 1954-03-26 9999-12-31
46 Registration requirement for imported motor vehicles Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

Every importer of motor vehicles must register every motor vehicle imported by him before he distributes or sells such vehicle. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
47 Requirement for a registration fee for vehicle importers Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

The Certification of registration or approval fee for an importer is k10,0000 per year. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
48 Need of notice to export motor vehicle Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

Any owner of motor vehicle, other than a manufacturer, intending to export a motor vehicle, must notify the Director. Need of Notice Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
49 Weighing vehicles entering Malawi Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

Vehicles attempting to enter Malawi may be subjected to the weighing procedures of Malawi or be returned to the country from which entry into Malawi was attempted. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
50 Registration as the operator of vehicle Ministry of Transport and Public Works Road Traffic Act

The owner of motor vehicle registered in a foreign state shall before entering Malawi with such vehicle, pay the prescribed fee, and notify the Director which designated person shall be registered as the operator of such vehicle Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-20 1998-01-15 9999-12-31
51 Quality Assessment: Pre-shipment sample registration and processing Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

A pre-shipment sample is a sample which is sent to MBS before the consignment is imported into Malawi for the first time or where the previous consignments critically failed to meet requirements. Pre-shipment inspection Import 2016-01-20 2015-10-01 9999-12-31
52 Inspection and seizure of imported suspicious fish Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries Conservation and Management Act (66:05)

A fisheries protection officer may inspect any imported fish when landed or, prior to landing, on board ship and may seize such fish if he is of the opinion that they are unfit for human consumption. SPS Import 2016-01-20 1991-05-10 9999-12-31
53 Quality Assessment: Application for clearance of imported commodity Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Import Inspection Registration (IIR) processing. Registration requirement Import 2016-01-20 2015-10-01 9999-12-31
54 Quality Assessment: Withdrawal of import quality certificate Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Any importer whose random sampling of the commodity/product on the open market reveals non-compliance or if the importer is found contravening provisions of any relevant Act or regulations or failure by the importer to pay fees under these regulations shall have the import Quality Certificate withdrawn. Import monitoring and surveillance Import 2016-01-21 2015-10-01 9999-12-31
55 False claims of MBS certification Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

No person must, in connection with the sale of a commodity, refer directly or indirectly to the Bureau in a manner or under circumstances likely to create the impression that such commodity complies with, or has been manufactured in accordance with, a relevant Malawi Standard and certified by the Bureau, unless such commodity has been certified and approved by MBS. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
56 Traveller Requirements: Precautions at borders of Malawi Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

Any person entering into Malawi must undergo medical examination, detention, quarantine, disinfection, vaccination, isolation or medical surveillance where the Minister orders so. Testing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
57 Traveller requirements: Removal of infected persons Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

If any person arriving in Malawi who has an infectious disease can not be treated to guard against the spread of the disease, the person must be sent to a hospital or place of isolation until recovery. Quarantine Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
58 Inspection of trains, vehicles and people on board Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

Any medical officer of health can inspect any train or other vehicle arriving within Malawi and all people on board. Inspection requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
59 Small pox vaccination. Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

Every unprotected adult and parent or guardian of every unprotected child entering Malawi should be vaccinated within one month. Temporary Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
60 Prohibition of the Sale/Importation of unwholesome food. Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

Any imported food that is tainted, adulterated, diseased or unwholesome state, or which is unfit for use will be seized and destroyed or disposed of. Inspection requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
61 Supervision of importation or manufacture of vaccines, etc. Ministry of Health Public Health Act (34:01)

The Minister may provide for the inspection of vaccines, vaccine lymph, sera, and similar substances imported into in Malawi and may prohibit the importation of any substance which is considered to be unsafe or harmful. Labelling, Marking and Packaging Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
62 Medicine import licences Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

Any person importing any medicinal product must apply for a product licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
63 Medicine export licences Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

Any person exporting any medicinal product into malawi must apply for a product licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
64 Exemptions in medicine import licences Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

The importation of a medicinal product by any person for administration to himself or to any persons who are members of his household, or the importation of a medicinal product where it is specially imported by or to the order of a medical practitioner or dentist for administration to his patient can be made without a licence provided that in either case the quantity imported is not too much. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
65 Containers, package, and identification of medicinal products Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

All medicinal products for the purpose of selling or supplying must be in a container or package and properly labelled. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
66 Application for registration and retention of registration of medicinal products Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

Every applicant must, without delay, inform the Board either before or after the registration of a medicinal product whether the medicinal product is to be imported as a finished product into Malawi, or re-labelled. or repackaged or dealt with in any other manner, in Malawi. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
67 Importation of medicinal products with less than one-half of shelf-life Poisons Board of Malawi Pharmacy, Medicines and Poisons Act (35:01)

No person can, without the prior written approval of the Board, import into Malawi any medicinal product which has less than one-half of its shelf-life remaining upon arrival in Malawi. Prohibition Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
68 Restriction of exports and imports on coca leaves, indian hemp and raw opium Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

No person is allowed to import into or export from Malawi, Coca leaves, Indian Hemp and Raw Opium or plants from which such drugs are derived, without a licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
69 Prohibition to import or export prepared opium Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

Import into or export from Malawi of any prepared opium by any person is prohibited. Prohibition Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
70 Restriction to import or export medicinal opium, cocaine, morphine, and other drugs Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

No person is allowed to import into or export from Malawi Medicinal Opium, Cocaine, Morphine and other drugs, except by licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
71 Prohibition to import or export diacetylmorphine Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

No licence can be issued to any person for the import or export of diacetylmorphine or its preparations. Prohibition Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
72 Permission to export dangerous drugs to another country Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

If coca leaves, indian hemp, raw opium, prepared opium, medicinal opium, cocaine, morphine and any other similar drugs' preparation permitted under the law of any country outside Malawi to be exported from there to any destination outside Malawi is brought into Malawi, no person must cause or procure such drugs preparation to be diverted to any other destination unless he has been issued with a permit. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
73 Import restrictions on dangerous drugs Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

A person must not import or export any drug by ordinary or registered letter post. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
74 Export restrictions on dangerous drugs Ministry of Health Dangerous Drugs Act (35:02)

Any person exporting a drug which is to be exported in one package must place the duplicate licence to export that drug inside the outer wrapper of that package; And where the drugs are to be exported in more than one package, the exporter must place the duplicate licence to export that drug inside the outer wrapper of one package, consecutively number on the outer wrapper all the packages in which the drug is contained, and indicate on each package the number of the package in which the duplicate licence is to be found. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
75 Salt to be iodised Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

All salt for human or animal consumption must be iodized. Processing history Import 2016-01-21 1995-02-08 9999-12-31
76 Labelling of salt imports Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

All iodized salt packages should be clearly and correctly labelled. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1998-02-10 9999-12-31
77 Warranty of salt imports Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

Every person who imports or exports any salt warrants to the immediate buyer that the salt confirms to legal requirements and meets the specification on its label. Inspection requirement Import 2016-01-21 1998-02-10 9999-12-31
78 Packaging of salt Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

All iodized salt must be packed and sealed in moisture-proof lined packaging and should not weigh more than 20 kilograms. Labelling, Marking and Packaging Import 2016-01-21 1998-02-10 9999-12-31
79 Transportation, storage and display of salt Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

During transportation, storage and display, salt should not be exposed to direct sunlight or strong light; heat above 35 degrees Celcious; humidity above 75%, or water; contamination with dust or other particles or substances; inadequate ventilation or aeration; unduly long storage time (more than six months);storage in uncovered rooms or warehouses; and stacking less than 30 centimetres above the floor level. Storage and transport conditions Import 2016-01-21 1998-02-10 9999-12-31
80 Salt certificate of origin Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

All salt imported into Malawi must be accompanied, by a certificate of origin issued in country of origin by a designated authority. Rules of Origin Import 2016-01-21 1998-02-10 9999-12-31
81 Importation of non-iodized salts Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

Salt for industrial use can be imported non- iodised provided that there is prior approval of the Minister. Other requirements on production Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
82 Importation of salt that does not meet legal requirements of iodine level and packaging Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

Any salt that is imported into Malawi that does not meet legal requirements of iodine level and packaging must be delivered by the importer at a registered iodization plant within five days of his being informed of the salt by an authorized officer. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
83 Energy regulation levy Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority may impose an energy regulation levy on energy sales to be paid on energy sales. Additional taxes and charges levied Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
84 Rural electrification levy Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Every importer or exporter must pay to Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority a rural electrification levy of 4.5 per cent of retail energy sales. Additional taxes and charges levied Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
85 Coal supply licences Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Any person carrying on the business of importing, exporting, transporting,storage or selling of coal is required to get a licence. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
86 Application and licence fees Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Every person is required to pay an application fee before the application is considered. Import licence fee Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
87 Importation licensing of liquids, gases and fuels Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Liquid Fuels and Gas Act(73:02)

No person must import any liquid fuel or gas without having a valid and requisite Importation licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2009-12-28 9999-12-31
88 Application for a licence transport liquid fuel or gas Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Liquid Fuels and Gas Act(73:02)

Any person who wishes to transport liquid fuel or gas into Malawi requires a Transportation Licence. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2009-12-28 9999-12-31
89 GMO licence Ministry of Natural Resources Biosafety (60:03)

Any person wishing to engage in the genetic modification of organisms; the importation, development, production, testing, release, use and application of genetically modified organisms; and the use of gene therapy in animals, including human beings must have a licence. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-08-20 1999-12-31
90 Prohibition of exportation of liquid, fuels and gas Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Liquid Fuels and Gas Act(73:02)

It is prohibited to export petrol, diesel, paraffin, aviation fuels or gas from Malawi. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2009-12-28 9999-12-31
91 Registration of coal importers for own use Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Every person who intends to import coal for own use needs to register with Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority and pay registration fees. Registration requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
92 Licence to import or export GMO products Ministry of Natural Resources Biosafety (60:03)

Any person intending to export or import genetically modified organisms or products; procure for supply or exportation of genetically modified organisms or products thereof; and procure the manufacture of genetically modified organisms or products for for export needs a licence. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-08-20 9999-12-31
93 Licences for renewable energy technologies activities Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

No person must import renewable energy technologies without a licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
94 GMO inspector duties Ministry of Natural Resources Biosafety (60:03)

An inspector may require any person involved in the importation, use, and distribution of genetically modified organisms or products to produce any books or documents relating to the business which are in his possession or under his control. Import monitoring and surveillance Import 2016-01-21 2007-08-20 9999-12-31
95 Licences for renewable energy technologies activities Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

No person must import renewable energy technologies without a licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
96 Standard specifications- approved petrol Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Liquid Fuels and Gas Act(73:02)

All petrol imported, sold or used in Malawi must be unleaded petrol and must comply with specific standards. Technical Standard Import 2016-01-21 2009-12-28 9999-12-31
97 Electricity supply licence Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

All persons are required to get a licence from Malawi Energy and Regulatory Authority before importing or exporting Electricity to and from Malawi. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
98 Direct fuel importation Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Liquid Fuels and Gas Act(73:02)

The Government may directly import and transport petrol, diesel, paraffin, aviation fuel and gas into Malawi from a supplier or suppliers in order to meet the minimum stocks set down by these Regulations. Technical Standard Import 2016-01-21 2009-12-28 9999-12-31
99 The costs and fees payable by the owner of animals held under quarantine Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Control and Diseases of Animals Act (66:02)

The owners of quarantined animals pay the costs and fees for the quarantine and any other additional costs incurred by reason of keeping the animals but this may be varied or waived. Advance payment requirement Import 2016-01-21 1978-04-04 9999-12-31
100 Import and export of power Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Electricity Act

A Transmission licence holder can import and export power to other countries through international inter connectors. Quantity Control Measure Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
101 Wheeling of power through Malawi Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Electricity Act

The wheeling of power through the Malawi transmission system should be in accordance with the principles of the Southern Africa Power Pool. Geographical Restriction Import 2016-01-21 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
102 Prevention of movement of cattle out of a prescribed area. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Control and Diseases of Animals Act (66:02)

Cattle must not be moved out of a prescribed area save under and in accordance with the Movement of Farm Animals Rules. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1969-01-01 9999-12-31
103 Prohibition of importation of animals Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Control and Diseases of Animals Act (66:02)

Prohibition of importation Livestock and by-products thereof in Zimbabwe because of presence of Foot and Mouth Disease diseases. Prohibition Import 2016-01-21 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
104 Marking requirement for sheep carcases to show country of origin. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Meat and meat products Act (67:02)

It is prohibited to trade in sheep meat imported into Malawi without a mark showing country of origin. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-01-01 9999-12-31
105 Marking requirement for sheep carcases to show country of origin. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Meat and meat products Act (67:02)

It is prohibited to trade in sheep meat imported into Malawi without a mark showing country of origin. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-01-01 9999-12-31
106 Marking requirement for sheep carcases to show country of origin. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Meat and meat products Act (67:02)

It is prohibited to trade in sheep meat imported into Malawi without a mark showing country of origin. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-01-01 9999-12-31
107 Marking requirement for sheep carcases to show country of origin. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Meat and meat products Act (67:02)

It is prohibited to trade in sheep meat imported into Malawi without a mark showing country of origin. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-01-01 9999-12-31
108 Marking requirement for sheep carcases to show country of origin. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Meat and meat products Act (67:02)

It is prohibited to trade in sheep meat imported into Malawi without a mark showing country of origin. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-01-01 9999-12-31
109 Permit to export milk and milk products. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Milk and Milk products Act (67:05)

An exporter needs a permit to export milk or milk products out of Malawi. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
110 Permit import milk and milk products. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Milk and Milk products Act (67:05)

An importer needs a permit to import milk or milk products into Malawi. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
111 Importation ban on milk or milk products. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Milk and Milk products Act (67:05)

A permit to import milk or milk products can be refused where there is enough milk produced in the country. Check list of restricted commodities under the "Guide to Imports". Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
112 Requirement to test imported milk. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Milk and Milk products Act (67:05)

Imported milk is tested for several diseases including Mastitis and TB. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
113 Inspection of exported milk and milk products. Department of Animal Health (DAHLD) Milk and Milk products Act (67:05)

The department inspectors inspect milk prior to exportation to ascertain whether it is properly packed, of the prescribed quality and of proper sanitation. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
114 Phytosanitary requirements to export plants Agriculture Research Services (DARS) Plant Protection Act- MoAIWD

A person will not export any plant without a phytosanitary certificate. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 1969-11-01 9999-12-31
115 Permit requirement to Import some plants Agriculture Research Services (DARS) Plant Protection Act- MoAIWD

Any person importing vegetative material, mushroom or other fungal spawn, seeds or any unmanufactured plant product, or any rooting compost, soil or other growing media, any live insect or other invertebrate, or any plant pathogen requires a permit authorizing such importation. Registration requirement Import 2016-01-21 1969-11-01 9999-12-31
116 Restriction on importation of some plants. Agriculture Research Services (DARS) Plant Protection Act- MoAIWD

Any person wishing import any plant packed in soil which is not the product of a nursery approved by the Permanent Secretary and bears a label certifying such origin; fresh fruits from Asia or the Pacific Islands; any plant or part of a plant specified in the Act; any grain, pulse or similar produce requires a phytosanitary certificate stating that the goods have been fumigated in an approved manner not more than fourteen days prior to entry into Malawi;Any rooted vegetative material of any plant,also requires certification that it has been rooted in a sterile medium, from any country outside eastern and southern Africa; vegetative material of any plant species or cultivated from any country outside eastern and southern Africa also requires certification. Prohibition Import 2016-01-21 1969-11-01 9999-12-31
117 Requirement that only registered pesticides are imported. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

An importer is not allowed to import a pesticide which has not been registered. Registration Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
118 Permit requirement to import un registered pesticides. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

Unregistered pesticides can be imported only where one has an import permit issued for the purpose of analysis, registration or research, or under a pest emergency permit. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
119 Licence requirement to export un registered pesticides. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

An unregistered pesticide can be manufactured and exported if one has a licence to that effect Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
120 Licencing requirement for exportation of pesticides. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

No one is allowed to export pesticides without a licence except where the Minister, advised by Pesticides Board exempt it. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
121 Required standards of pesticide container. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

Imported or exported pesticides need to be packed in containers which are safe for storage, handling or use ; should meet the required standards; and should approved where applicable. Labelling, Marking and Packaging Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
122 Prohibition of exportation of food and feed with pesticide residues. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

No one can export food or feed for human or animal consumption if a pesticide has been applied to it, or its raw materials, without following the law. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
123 Requirement to keep records of quantities of exported and imported pesticides. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

Every importer or exporter of pesticides is required to keep a record of the quantities of pesticides imported or exported and of any other information that may be prescribed. Inspection requirement Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
124 Restriction of usage of permit to import pesticides. Pesticides Control Board Pesticides Act (35:04)

Permit holder not to dispose pesticide imported for a person to another person other than the one specified. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-21 2002-05-01 9999-12-31
125 Prohibition of importation of unapproved tobacco seed. Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

An importer can not import any unapproved tobacco seed. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-21 1970-09-24 9999-12-31
126 Prohibition of exportation of tobacco without payment of tax. Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

Exporting tobacco without paying tax is an offence. Additional taxes and charges levied Import 2016-01-21 1970-09-24 9999-12-31
127 Specification of rates of taxes to be levied on tobacco exported from Malawi Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

The rate of taxes concerned with the export of tobacco are specified in a schedule. Additional taxes and charges levied Import 2016-01-21 1971-09-24 9999-12-31
128 Permit requirement to export some types of tobacco. Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

There is need for an export permit, issued under the Control of Goods Act, for one to export any Tobacco other than oriental (Turkish) tobacco or tobacco sold over the auction floors. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1971-05-01 9999-12-31
129 Requirement that exportation happens only after domestic buying is completed. Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

Tobacco will only be exported after the Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation has completed buying tobacco for that year. Tariff Rate Quotas Import 2016-01-21 1971-05-01 9999-12-31
130 Restriction of movement of tobacco within Malawi to between the hours of sunset and sunrise. Tobacco Control Commission Tobacco Act (65:02)

Any transporter of Tobacco who intends to transport tobacco beyond hours between sunset and sunrise, must acquire an export permit issued under the Control of Goods Act. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-21 1971-05-01 9999-12-31
131 Permit requirement for one to buy hides and skin for the purpose of exporting. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

A person needs a permit to buy any hides and skin for the purpose of exporting. Rules of Origin Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
132 Requirement that hides and skin be exported through prescribed ports or exit points. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

Skin and hides can only be exported through prescribed ports and exit points. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
133 Exclusive Licence to Export Hides and Skins. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

An exclusive licence to export may be granted with prescribed exceptions Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
134 Requirement that Holder of Export Licence Maintain Quality of Hides and Skins. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

Every holder of exporter’s licence must not keep,or trade in any dried hide which is smeared with blood, dung or any foreign substance, or which is not completely dried and in a fit condition for storage. Product quality Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
135 Requirement that Processing and Storage Places for Skin and Hides be of Good Condition. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

Every Exporter must have a place for proocessing and storing skin and hides which has a proper roof , floor, sufficient space and have necessary equipment for processing. Import monitoring and surveillance Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
136 Precautions to Avoid Damages to Hides and Skins During Baling. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

An Exporter must make all the necessary precautions to prevent such hides or skins from damage during transit and to prevent any cutting, tearing, cracking or staining of such hides or skins during the process of baling, or thereafter. Quarantine Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
137 Requirement of Hides and Skin Export Certificate. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

An exporter needs to obtain an export certificate certifying that the hides or skins to be exported have been prepared in accordance with the law. Export Registration requirements Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
138 Requirement that Exported Hides and Skin Bales be Properly Labelled. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

An Exporter should make sure that the bales containing hides and skin should be clearly labelled with the shipper’s marks duly registered with the Director. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
139 Requirement that Exported Skin and Hides are Branded Appropriately. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

The hides or skins should be branded in the prescribed manner. Labelling, Marking and Packaging Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
140 Requirement that Hides and Skin be in a Fit Condition for Export. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

The hides or skins must be prepared, protected, completely dried and in a fit condition for export. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
141 Requirement to Pay Hides and Skin Export Tax. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

Any cess or export tax payable under any law for the time being in force in Malawi should be paid. Import licence fee Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
142 Requirement that Hides and Skin be Exported through Prescribed Ports or Exit Points. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

Skin and hides can only be exported through prescribed ports and exit points of Nsanje, Dedza, Chitipa, Mwanza, Mchinji or Nkhata Bay. Storage and transport conditions Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
143 Prescribed Minimum Weight for Hides and Skin Export. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

An Exporter is not Allowed to Export any Skin under Eight Ounces in Weight. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
144 Requirement that Movement of Skins and Hides is Done by Only Buyers, Exporters or Holders of Registration Certificate. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

No person is allowed to move hides or skins either from or into any area to which the provisions of the Act relating to the buying of hides and skins have been applied unless he is a buyer or exporter or the holder of a registration certificate. Export Technical Measures Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
145 Requirement that Imported Skins and Hides Transit to Prescribed Exit Points. Ministry of Trade and Industry Hides and Skins Trade Act

No hide or skin originating in any country outside Malawi may be imported by any person into Malawi unless such hide or skin is consigned in transit to the exit points of Nsanje, Dedza, Chitipa, Mwanza, Mchinji or Nkhata Bay. Storage and transport conditions Import 2016-01-21 1974-05-01 9999-12-31
146 Licence to import or export radioactive material. Ministry of Natural Resources Atomic Energy Act No.16 2011

A person must get a licence before importing or exporting radioactive material. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
147 Licence to export radioactive waste. Ministry of Natural Resources Atomic Energy Act No.16 2011

A licence is required for anyone intending to export radioactive waste. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 1948-07-29 9999-12-31
148 Licence to transport radioactive material. Ministry of Natural Resources Atomic Energy Act No.16 2011

Any person or entity intending to transport radioactive waste shall apply to the authority for a licence. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 1954-03-26 9999-12-31
149 Licence to import or export nuclear material or related equipment. Ministry of Natural Resources Atomic Energy Act No.16 2011

An import licence is required to import or export nuclear material or related equipment. Certification requirement Import 2016-01-21 1954-03-26 9999-12-31
150 Permit requirement to import cotton. Cotton Council Cotton Act (65:04)

Any person intending to import cotton seed, seed cotton or ginned cotton must get a written permit from the Minister. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-25 1957-08-27 9999-12-31
151 Permit requirement to export cotton. Cotton Council Cotton Act (65:04)

Any person intending to export cotton seed, seed cotton or ginned cotton must get a written permit from the Minister. Export Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-25 1951-08-27 9999-12-31
152 Licence to export biological and genetic resources. Ministry of Natural Resources Environment Management Act

A person must get a permit inorder to export genetic resources and its associated traditional knowledge. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-26 1996-08-16 9999-12-31
153 Licence to manage hazardous waste or substances . Ministry of Natural Resources Environment Management Act

Any person intending to handle, store, transport, classify or destroy any waste, including hazardous waste, or to generate waste or to operate a waste disposal site or plant must get a licence. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-26 1996-08-16 9999-12-31
154 Permit to import or export hazardous waste or substances. Ministry of Natural Resources Environment Management Act

Any person wishing to import or export hazardous waste or substances, transport hazardous waste or substances must get a permit. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-26 1996-08-16 9999-12-31
155 Prohibition of importation, manufaturing and commercial distribution of plastics, plastic bags and plastic sheets made of plastic film with a wall thickness of less than sixty micrometers is prohibited for use in Malawi. Ministry of Natural Resources Environment Management Act

It is prohibited to import, manufacture, trade or engage in distribution of plastics, plastic bags, and plastic sheets made of plastic film with a wall thickness of sixty micrometers. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-26 2015-03-07 9999-12-31
156 Requirement for a licence to export Forest Produce Ministry of Natural Resources Forestry Act (63:01)

Any person who intends to import forest produce will require a licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-27 1997-12-22 9999-12-31
157 Requirement for a licence to import Forest Produce Ministry of Natural Resources Forestry Act (63:01)

Any person who intends to import forest produce will require a licence. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-01-27 1997-12-22 9999-12-31
158 Requirements for Imported Salt Ministry of Health Iodization of Salt Act (52:02)

Any salt that is imported into Malawi that does not meet legal requirements of iodine level and packaging must be delivered by the importer at a registered iodization plant within five days of his bemg informed of the salt by an authorized officer. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-27 2007-12-28 9999-12-30
159 Prohibition of importation, manufacturing and commercial distribution of plastics Ministry of Natural Resources Environment Management Act

It is prohibited to import, manufacture, trade or engage in distribution of plastics, plastic bags, and plastic sheets made of plastic film with a wall thickness of sixty micrometers. Prohibitions Import 2016-01-28 2015-07-03 9999-12-31
160 Permit to import Tobacco Tobacco Control Commission. Tobacco Act (65:02)

Tobacco will only be imported into Malawi by a registered company which has been given a permit for such importation. Permit Requirement Import 2016-01-28 1971-01-02 9999-12-31
161 Simplified trade regime for cross border traders- Zimbabwe Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise (Amendment) (No. 5) Regulations, 2008 {Simplified Trade Regime Regulation (42:01)}.

Cross border trader with goods under the value of a USD1000 can import/export from Malawi to Zimbabwe under the Simplified Trade Regime Simplified Trade Regime Import 2016-02-11 2008-09-10 9999-12-31
162 Simplified trade regime for crossborder traders- Zambia Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise (Amendment) (No. 5) Regulations, 2008 {Simplified Trade Regime Regulation (42:01)}.

Cross border trader with goods under the value of a USD1000 can import/export from Malawi to Zambia under the Simplified Trade Regime Simplified Trade Regime Import 2016-02-11 2008-09-11 9999-12-31
163 Standard Specification-coal. Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Every licence holder must must comply with and adhere to the Malawi Standards as stated under the Malawi Bureau of Standards Act in respect of coal. Product quality Import 2016-02-12 2009-05-28 9999-12-31
164 Installations permit under Electricity Act-renewable energy. Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

No person must import renewable energy technologies without a permit under the Electricity Act. Import licence fee Import 2016-02-12 2009-05-28 9999-12-31
165 Standard Specification-renewable energy. Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Energy Regulation Act(73:02)

Every licence holder must comply with the standard specifications for renewable energy technologies. Product quality Import 2016-02-12 2009-05-28 9999-12-31
166 Import license Requirement- control of goods Ministry of Trade and Industry Control of Goods Act (18:08)

Restricted commodities require an import or export license. See the "Guide to Imports and Exports". Licensing Requirement Import 2016-02-12 2015-12-18 9999-12-31
167 Permit to import wildlife species threatened with extinction. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

A permit is require inorder to import species threatened with extinction and such permit is allowed only in exceptional circumstances Licensing Requirement Import 2016-02-16 2009-05-28 9999-12-31
168 Certificate to export or re-export wildlife species threatened with extinction. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

An export permit and a re- export certificate is require in order to export and re-export species threatened with extinction respectively, and such permit is issued only in exceptional circumstances Certification requirement Import 2016-02-16 2008-09-10 9999-12-31
169 Certificate to export wildlife species not necessarily threatened with extinction. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

An export permit and a re- export certificate is require in order to export and re-export species that are not necessarily threatened with extinction but in which trade must be controlled in order to avoid utilization incompatible with their survival. Certification requirement Import 2016-02-16 2008-09-11 9999-12-31
170 Permit or certificate to export wildlife species that are protected in at least one country. Ministry of Natural Resources National Parks and Wildlife Act

There is a requirement of an Export permit and Re- Export certificate to export and Re- export respectively species that are protected in at least one country, which has asked other CITES Parties for assistance in controlling the trade. Certification requirement Import 2016-02-16 2008-09-11 9999-12-31
171 Requirement that imported food fish be of good standard Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries Conservation and Management Act (66:05)

Fisheries and Aquaculture Policy of 2001 Technical Standard Import 2016-02-21 2000-01-01 9999-12-31
172 Requirement of Authorisation to export food fish (Dead fish) Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries Conservation and Management Act (66:05)

Requirement of Authorisation to export food fish (Dead fish) Technical Standard Import 2016-02-23 2001-01-01 9999-12-31
173 Imported live fish should be clearly labelled Director of Fisheries Fisheries Conservation and Management Act (66:05)

The imported live fish should be well labelled and should state clearly where the consignment originates from. Labelling Requirement Import 2016-02-23 2000-01-01 9999-12-31
174 Export License Requirement - Control of Goods Ministry of Trade and Industry Control of Goods Act (18:08)

Restricted commodities require an import or export license. See the "Guide to Imports and Exports" Licensing Requirement Import 2016-03-18 2015-12-18 9999-12-31
175 Standard Specification for Adhesives for ceramic tiles, mosaics Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard specifies the minimum requirements for adhesives used for fixing ceramic tiles to ensure that they are suitable for their proposed application. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2002-01-01 9999-12-31
176 Standard Speciications for Afridev hand pumps Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers requirements for afridev deepwell handpump suitable for lifting water from depth of 10m to 45m. It applies to boreholes with casing sizes of nominal 100 mm, 115 mm, 127 mm, 150 mm or 200 mm internal diameter. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
177 Standard Specification for Agricultural Hand Hoes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies materials and other requirements for the agricultural hand hoe. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1986-01-01 9999-12-31
178 Standard Specification for Animal feeds other than premixes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for the following types of poultry feeds. chicken feeds, ducks feeds, tur-key feeds. Prescribes the requirements and methods of sampling and test for pig feed. Prescribes requirements for bone meal to be used as a mineral supplement in livestock feeds. Prescribes requirements for blood meal as livestock feed Prescribes requirements for meat meal and meat and bone meal meat for livestock feeding. Prescribes requirements for fish meal for livestock feeding Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1997-01-01 9999-12-31
179 Standard Specification for Artificial vinegar Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to artificial vinegar produced from glacial acetic acid and water with or without caramel as a colouring matter and intended for use as a condiment. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1981-01-01 9999-12-31
180 Standard Specification for Axes and hatchets Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements on materials, dimensions, mass and performance for axes and hatchets. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
181 Standard specification for Baby food -high protein, infant formula, canned Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements for high-protein baby food. This standard specifies requirements for baby foods intended primarily for use during the normal infant`s weaning period and also for the progressive adaptation of infants and children to ordinary food. They may be either in ready-to-eat form or in dry form requiring reconstitution with water or other suitable liquid. Do not include products covered by the Malawi Standard for Infant Formula (ms 541) or by the Malawi Standard for High protein baby foods (MS 90) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
182 Standard Specification for Ballpoint pens Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements for single-cartridge ballpoint pens, replacement refills and direct–fill ballpoint pens, which have black, blue, green or red ink. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
183 Standard Specification for Bathing bars Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard prescribes requirements and methods of sampling and test for bathing bars. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2003-01-01 9999-12-31
184 Standard Specification for Batteries-primary dry, PVEs, traction Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Lays down specifications, dimensions, tests and requirements of single cell leclanche type dry batteries and applies to batteries of designations R6, R14, and R20 for use in flashlights, transistor radio receivers, hearing-aids and other electronic appliances where high current is not desired. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1986-01-01 9999-12-31
185 Standard specification for Beans dry, fresh green Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes requirements for fresh green beans from Phaseolus vulgaris L commonly known as French beans. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
186 Standard Specification for Beer (Bottled ,lager, or clear) Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements for beer. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
187 Standard Specification for Benzene Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers a hydrocarbon solvent suitable for general clearing purposes and for the clearing of silver platinum contact of telecommunication systems. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
188 Standard Specification for Coffee-ground Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard prescribes the requirements and methods of sampling and test for roasted and ground coffee. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
189 Concrete tiles, wall and floor Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to solid, hollow or cellular concrete building blocks including aerated blocks. Specifies the requirements for dimensions, strength and workmanship of floor and wall tiles made with cement and aggregates. The tiles may be plain or coloured. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
190 Standard Specification for Biscuits Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the essential requirements and methods of sampling and tests for biscuits. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1986-01-01 9999-12-31
191 Condensed sweetened milk Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard applies to sweetened condensed milk, intended for direct consumption or further processing. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2006-01-01 9999-12-31
192 Standard Specification for Black polyethylene pipes (HDPE) Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 1: Low Density Polyethylene Pressure Pipes (10 p) M Covers two types of plain unthreaded, black low density polyethylene (LDPE) pipes intended for applications above and below ground for the conveyance of water under pressure when prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures (above 40 0C) is not likely to be encountered. Part 2: High Density Polyethylene Pressure Pipes (14p) M Covers two types of plain unthreaded, black high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes intended for applications above and below ground for the conveyance of water under pressure when pro-longed exposure to elevated temperatures up to 60 degrees are encountered. Part 3: High Density Polyethylene PE 80 Pressure Pipes (14p) M This part of MS 374 covers plain, unthreaded, high-density black polyethylene (PE-HD) pipes (including pipes with integral fittings) that have a design stress rat-ing of 6,3 MPa. They are intended for applications above and below ground, for the drainage and conveyance of water under pressure where tempera-tures of up to 40 ºC are encountered. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
193 Standard specification for Black Tea Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard specifies the parts of a named plant that are suitable for making black tea for consumption as a beverage and the chemical requirements for black tea that are used to indicate that tea from that source has been produced in accordance with acceptable practice. It also specifies the packaging and marking requirements for black tea in containers. It is not applicable to decaffeinated black tea. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2013-01-01 9999-12-31
194 Cooked meat -cured chopped Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard applies to products designated as “chopped meat” which have been packed in any suitable packaging material. This Malawi standard prescribes the requirements and methods of sampling for meat burgers made from comminuted meat (beef, lamb and mutton, poultry, pork) MS 770:2007 FRESH FISH – SPECIFICATION (3p) M This Malawi standard establishes quality requirements for fish and permissible This Malawi Standard specifies requirements, method of sampling and tests for pork and beef sausages. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
195 Standard Specification for Corn flakes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard prescribes the requirements and methods of test for flaked, puffed or pulverized cereal-based breakfast food products, which are ready- to- eat and are suitable for all in –family consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
196 Coriander, whole/ground Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for coriander (Coriandrumsativum L).in the whole and ground (powdered) forms. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2016-03-21 9999-12-31
197 Standard Specification for Boots, industrial Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to men’s industrial heavy-duty boots made of leather uppers with soles made of injection moulded polyvinyl chloride or derived from vulcanized process. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1987-01-01 9999-12-31
198 Standard Specification for Bread and Bun Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements and methods of test and sampling for bun. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1993-01-01 9999-12-31
199 Standard Specification for Meat burgers Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard prescribes the requirements and methods of sampling for meat burgers made from comminuted meat (beef, lamb and mutton, poultry, pork) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
200 Standard Specification for Country wines Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNTRY WINES. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
201 Standard Specification for Butter Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard specifies requirements and methods of sampling and test for butter intended for direct consumption or for further processing. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
202 Standard Specification for Creosote for wood preservation Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

The specification covers the chemical, physical and performance requirements for three exposure classes of resin adhesives for wood, supplied in liquid or powder form, and based on © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 17 the chemical reaction with formaldehyde of melamine, urea, melamine-urea compounds, or phenolic compounds. The specification does not cover adhesives supplied in film form. Specifies requirements for three types of coal tar creosote for wood preservation. COVERS THE CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THREE EXPOSURE CLASSES OF NON-STRUCTURAL SYNTHETIC ADHESIVES DISPERSED IN WATER AND BASED ON THE POLYMERIZATION OF VINYL ACETATE OR ON ITS CO-POLYMERIZATION. Covers creosote that is derived entirely from coal tar produced by the high-temperature carbonization of bituminous coal, and that is intended for use in the preservation of timber. THIS SPECIFICATION COVERS MIXTURES OF COPPER-CHROMIUM-ARSENIC COMPOUNDS (IN THE FORM OF A POWDER, A GRANULAR POWDER, A PASTE OR A LIQUID) FOR TIMBER PRESERVATION. This Malawi Standard covers requirements for the following two types of boron timber preserva-tives: Type I: A sodium borate of a composition corresponding approximately to that of disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Na2B8O134H2O). This specification covers two types of wood-preserving mixtures of creosote and waxy oil for use in the preservation of timber. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2012-01-01 9999-12-31
203 Standard specification for Candles Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements and methods of test for candles. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1985-01-01 9999-12-31
204 Standard Specification for Crisps-potato Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies requirements for potato crisps made from tubers of the potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
205 Standard Specification for Canned Baby Foods Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies requirements for baby foods intended primarily for use during the normal infant`s weaning period and also for the progressive adaptation of infants and children to ordinary food. They may be either in ready-to-eat form or in dry form requiring reconstitution with water or other suitable liquid. Do not include products covered by the Malawi Standard for Infant Formula (ms 541) or by the Malawi Standard for High protein baby foods (MS 90) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
206 Standard Specification for Curry powder Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies minimum requirements for curry powder which is used as a flavouring ingredient in the preparation of foods. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2013-01-01 9999-12-31
207 Standard Speification for Canned Tomatoes, Pinapples Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers the manufacture, production, processing and treatment of canned pineapples. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
208 Standard Specification for Cashew kernels, shelled Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard specifies requirements for shelled macadamia kernels of varieties grown from Macadamia tetraphylla, macadamia ternifolia and integrifolia and /or their hybrids intended for direct consumption or for food when intended to be mixed with other products for direct consumption without further processing .The standard does not apply to macadamia kernels that are processed by salting, sugaring, flavouring or roasting, or for industrial processing. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
209 Standard Specification for Dairy ices and ice creams Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to dairy cream which has been pasteurized, sterilized or ultra-heat treated. This Malawi standard specifies the requirements, methods of sampling and test for dairy ices and dairy ice cream. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
210 Standard Specification for Cassava flour Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to cassava flour intended for human consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2002-01-01 9999-12-31
211 Standard Specification for Caustic Soda Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard prescribes the requirements, methods of test and sampling requirements for caustic soda, analytical and commercial in the solid and lye forms Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2004-01-01 9999-12-31
212 Standard Specification for Edible oils and fats Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard outlines requirements for refined edible oils derived from oil seeds and oil-bearing fruits. These oils are suitable for use as cooking oils and salad oils. Applies to any product described as mixed animal and vegetable ghee, fully processed and made fit for human consumption. Applies to vegetable ghee which has been fully processed and made fit for human consumption Specifies requirements for semi-refined and refined edible groundnut oil. Specifies requirements for edible sunflower oil. Specifies requirements for edible cottonseed oil. Applies to finally refined edible low erucic acid rapeseed oil suitable for human consumption. Defines the properties of and methods for testing tung oil of two types known in the trade as Type F and Type M derived respectively from Aleurites fordit Hemsley and from Alcurites montana Wilson. The standard is not intended for tung oils which are wholly or partly solidified as a result of isomerization. The tests given in this standard are devised to test the purity of the oil and not to test its technological properties. Specifies requirements for fully refined edible soya bean oil. MS 155:2000 SOLID FUEL COOK STOVE – TYPE II – SPECIFICATION (3 p) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
213 Standard Specification for Celery Seed, Whole Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for whole celery seed (Apium graveculens Linnaeus) for use as a spice. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
214 Standard Specification for Cement Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Defines and gives the specifications of 27 distinct common cement products and their constituents. The definition of each cement includes the proportions in which the constituents are to be combined to produce these distinct products in a range of six strength classes. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2001-01-01 9999-12-31
215 Standard Specification for Cereals Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to maize grain for direct human consumption, i.e. ready for its intended use as human food, presented in package, or sold loose from the package directly to the consumer. This standard specifies the requirements for whole grain, shelled dent maize (Zea mays Indentata L) and/or shelled flint maize (Zea mays Induranta L) or their hybrids. It does not apply to pro-cessed maize. This Malawi Standard applies to whole and decorticated pearl millet grains destined for human consumption which is obtained from Pennisetum americanum L. This Malawi Standard specifies the requirements for rice (Oryza sativa L.). It is applicable to husked rice and milled rice, parboiled or not, intended for direct human consumption. It does not apply to other products derived from rice or to glutinous rice. This Malawi standard applies to sorghum grains as defined in section 3, for human consumption, i.e. ready for its intended use as human food presented in packaged form or sold loose from the package directly to the consumer. It does not apply to other products derived from sorghum grain. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2008-01-01 9999-12-31
216 Standard Specification for Electrical/electronic appliances, goods and fittings Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This specification covers two duties (normal and heavy) of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes of nominal sizes 110-630 mm and one duty of PVC-U pipe fittings of nominal sizes 110 mm and 160 mm, intended for underground non-pressure applications in the construction of sewers and drains where temperatures continuously in excess of 60 oC are not encountered. The specification covers fittings manufactured predominantly by the injection-moulding process, but does not cover fittings produced by fabrication only. It also covers two methods of jointing, namely by means of solvent cement (for pipes of nominal size not exceeding 200 mm) and by means of rubber joint rings. Covers unplasticized polyvinyl chloride type 1 pipes and injection moulded fittings intended for cold water services under pressure at ambient temperature not below 25oC. Specifies the requirements for solvent cement, supplied in cans, for joining unplasticized polyvinyl chloride pressure pipes complying with the requirements of MS 4:1993. This section of IEC 60287 is applicable to the conditions of steady-state operation of cables at all alternating voltages up to 5 kV, buried directly in the ground, in ducts, troughs or in steel pipes, both with and without partial drying-out © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 104 of the soil, as well as cables in air. The term steady-state is intended to mean a continuous constant current (100 % load factor) just sufficient to produce asymptotically the maximum conductor temperature, the surrounding ambient temperature being assumed constant Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2004-01-01 9999-12-31
217 Standard Specification for Chalk Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements, methods of sampling and test for white and coloured chalks made from gypsum, calcium sulphate hemihydrate (CaSO4.1/2H2O), intended for writing on chalk-boards. It does not apply to calcium carbonate type of chalks. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1999-01-01 9999-12-31
218 Standard Specification for Electrical conduits and fittings Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers conduits and fittings manufactured from non-metallic materials. It is basically for conduits and fittings of unplasticized polyvinyl chloride, but also applies to conduits which meet the requirements of the specification Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1976-01-01 9999-12-31
219 Standard Specification for Cheddar Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard applies to cheddar intended for direct human consumption or further processing in conformity with the description in clause 3 of this standard Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
220 Standard Specification for Electrical cords Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers flexible cords for use on domestic appliances requiring an electrical voltage not exceeding 300 V to earth, including non-domestic appliances available for operation by members of the public. Flexible cords used for the internal wiring of electrical apparatus, pre-wired pendant cords for the static suspension of lighting fittings, cords with more than seven conductors, tinsel and screened flexible cords and cords for use in circuits not exceeding 40 V to earth, are excluded from the requirements of the specification. Covers apparatus connectors, inlet sockets and inlet plugs, intended to form detachable connectors between single-phase portable domestic electrical appliances and flexible cords for the operation of such appliances at voltage not exceeding 250 volts. This standard specifies requirements dimensions for PVC-insulated cables for operation at nom-inal voltages up to and including 1900 V to armour or earth and 3300 V between conductors. The standard covers cables intended for general use where the combination of the ambient temperature and temperature rise due to the loading current results in a conductor temperature not exceeding 70 oC. Specifies the general aspects of pipes, joints, fittings (post-formed and moulded) and ancillaries, made of unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-U), for a piping system intended to be used for buried water mains and services and for water supplies above ground, both inside and outside buildings. This Malawi Standard specifies the nominal cross-sectional areas and requirements, including numbers and sizes of wires and resistance values, for conductors in electric cables and cords of a wide range of types. These conductors include solid and stranded copper and aluminium conductors in cables for fixed installations and flexible copper conductors. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
221 Standard Specification for Cheese Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard applies to cheese, intended for direct consumption or further processing. Subject to the provisions of this standard, standards for individual varieties of cheese, or groups of varieties of cheese, may contain provisions which are more specific than those in this standard and in these cases, those specific provisions shall apply Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
222 Standard Specification for Ethanol Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR FOUR GRADES OF ETHANOL, I.E. FOOD GRADE, INDUSTRIAL GRADE, ANALYTICAL GRADE, AND FUEL GRADE ETHANOL. IT APPLIES TO ETHANOL THAT IS OF AGRICULTURAL ORIGIN (STARCH OR SUGAR BASED). Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
223 Standard Specification on Chewing Gum Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes requirements and methods of test for chewing gum and bubble gums Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
224 Standard Specification for Chitenje Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This malawi standard specifies the requirements for chitenje. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2003-01-01 9999-12-31
225 Standard Specification for Fertilizers Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements, sampling and tests methods for compound fertilizers. This Malawi Standard specifies requirements and methods of test for ammonium sulphate fertilizers, also known as sulphate of ammonia. LAYS DOWN RECOMMENDED PRACTICES TO BE FOLLOWED FOR STORAGE OF FERTILIZERS PACKED IN SUITABLE BAGS. This Malawi standard specifies requirements and methods of test for single superphoshate, double superphoshate and triple superphoshate fertilizers. THIS STANDARD SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS AND METHODS OF TEST FOR CALCIUM AMMONIUM NITRATE FERTILIZER (CAN) Specifies the requirements for urea fertilizer. This Malawi standard specifies the requirements for nitrate of soda fertilizer, also known as So-dium nitrate (NaNO3). Specifies requirements for muriate of potash fertilizer, also called potassium chloride (KCl). Specifies requirements and methods of test for sulphate of potash fertilizer, also called potassium sulphate (K2SO4). Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2000-01-01 9999-12-31
226 Standard Specification for Fish and fish products - Salted, frozen, smoked, canned, fresh Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Outlines requirements for fresh, whole fish that is frozen and glazed. Specifies requirements for all species of fish, which are wet salted, sold while fresh or dry. Specifies requirements for smoked fish and fishery products. Covers the requirements for the manufacture, production, processing, or treatment and methods of tests for canned fish, canned fish products, and canned molluscs and their methods of tests. This Malawi standard establishes quality requirements for fish and permissible temperatures and times for the handling, preparation, distribution and packaging of fresh fish. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
227 Standard Specification for Food additives Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Only the food additives listed herein are recognized as suitable for use in foods in conformance with the provision of this standard .Only food additives that have been assigned and Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) or determined, on the basis of other criteria, to be safe by the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and an International Numbering System (NIS) designation by Codex will be considered for inclusion in this standard. The use of additives in conformance with this standard is considered to be technologically justified. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2008-01-01 9999-12-31
228 Standard Specifications on Chillies Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for chillies and capsicums in whole or ground (powdered) form. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
229 Standard Specification for Chocolates Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard applies to chocolate and chocolate products intended for human consumption and listed in clause 4 of this standard. Chocolate products shall be prepared from cocoa and cocoa materials with sugars and may contain sweeteners, milk products, flavouring substances and other food ingredients. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
230 Standard specifications for Cigarettes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies the requirements and the methods of sampling and test for cigarettes processed or sold in Malawi. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2008-01-01 9999-12-31
231 Standard Specification for Fruit juices and nectars Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements and the methods of test for tomato juices. Prescribes the requirements and the methods of test for tomato sauce. Specifies requirements for orange juice obtained from oranges (Citrus sinensis (L) Osbeck) Prescribes the requirements for lemon juice intended for direct consumption. The juice shall be obtained from lemons (citrus limon Burn .f). Specifies requirements for passion fruit juice obtained from sound and ripe passion fruit Passiflora edulis, preserved exclusively by physical means. Prescribes the requirements for mango juice obtained from ripe mangoes (Mangifera indica L) diluted by the use of syrup and acid preserved exclusively by physical means. PRESCRIBES THE REQUIREMENTS FOR GUAVA NECTAR. THE NECTAR SHALL BE OBTAINED FROM GUAVAS (PSIDIUM GUAJAVAS). IT PRESCRIBES THE REQUIREMENTS FOR MIXED FRUIT JUICE WHICH SHALL BE OBTAINED FROM TWO OR MORE SPECIES OF SOUND, RIPE FRUITS. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
232 Standard Specification for Cinamon Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for whole or ground (powdered) cinnamon of the Sri Lankan type, Mad-agascan type Seychelles type, which is the tree or shrub Cinnamon Beylanicum Blume. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
233 Standard Specification for Garlic Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes requirements for garlic (Allium sativum L). Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
234 Standard Specification for Ghee - Vegetable, mixed veg/animal Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to vegetable ghee which has been fully processed and made fit for human consumption Applies to any product described as mixed animal and vegetable ghee, fully processed and made fit for human consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1987-01-01 9999-12-31
235 Standard Specification for Ginger whole-ground/pieces Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements and methods of test for ginger Zingiber officinale, (Roscoe), whole, in pieces or ground. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
236 Standard Specification for Glazing putty Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This specification covers the following two types of putty for glazing of window frames Type I: Self-setting type for use in primed metal and wooden window frames Type II: Reaction type for use in primed metal and primed window frames Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2002-01-01 9999-12-31
237 Standard Specification for Glycerine, cosmetic Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies requirements for glycerine used as a cosmetic. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2001-01-01 9999-12-31
238 Standard Specification for Ground nuts Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for groundnuts (Arachis hypogaea - Linnaeus) also known as peanuts or monkey nuts or earthnuts in the shell or kernel for direct human consumption. It does not apply to processed groundnuts. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
239 Standard Specification for Hair creams/oils/shampoo Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes requirements for creams and other oil-based emulsion preparations for the hair. These include water-in-oil and oil-in-water emulsions. It does not cover hair oils, brilliantines and pomades. rescribes requirements for hair oils and other oil-based cosmetic preparations for hair. This includes hair tonics and hair oil concentrates. Prescribes the requirements for soap-based hair shampoo. Also applies to shampoo with possible medical effect on the skin, but excludes special shampoos that are only meant for neutralizing purposes. HAIR CREAMS WHICH CONTAIN INGREDIENTS THAT HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE PHYSIOLOGICAL FUNCTIONS OF THE BODY OR SCALP OR THE HAIR OR FOR WHICH MEDICAL FUNCTIONS (THEURAPEUTICAL) CLAIMS ARE MADE ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS STANDARD Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1993-01-01 9999-12-31
240 Standard Specification for Hand washing liquid Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies liquid detergents for use in soft or hard water for hand dishwashing and for cleaning of hard surfaces. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
241 Standard Specification for HDPE pipes (black polyethylene pipes) Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 1: Low Density Polyethylene Pressure Pipes (10 p) M © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 43 Covers two types of plain unthreaded, black low density polyethylene (LDPE) pipes intended for applications above and below ground for the conveyance of water under pressure when prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures (above 40 0C) is not likely to be encountered. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
242 Standard Specification for Iron sheets (galvanized) Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

THIS MALAWI STANDARD SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR MATERIALS, PROFILE AND DIMENSIONS OF GALVANIZED CORRUGATED AND TROUGHED IRON SHEETS FOR ROOFING, CLADDING AND OTHER GENERAL USES. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2010-01-01 9999-12-31
243 Standard Specification for Jams, jellies and marmalades Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements for jams, jellies and marmalades Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
244 Standard Specification for Limes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 1: Hydrated lime (3 p)M This part of MS 85 covers specification for hydrated limes for use in building. Lays down requirements for hydrated limes intended for treatment of water. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1986-01-01 9999-12-31
245 Standard Specification for Mahewu Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard specifies sampling requirements and methods of test for mahewu. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
246 Standard Specification for Maize flour Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard prescribes requirements and methods of sampling and analysis for maize (Zea mays L.) flour or meal, (ufa) intended for human consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 2011-01-01 9999-12-31
247 Standard Specification for Maize grain Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to maize grain for direct human consumption, i.e. ready for its intended use as human food, presented in package, or sold loose from the package directly to the consumer. This standard specifies the requirements for whole grain, shelled dent maize (Zea mays Indentata L) and/or shelled flint maize (Zea mays Induranta L) or their hybrids. It does not apply to pro-cessed maize. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-21 1998-01-01 9999-12-31
248 Standard Specification for Margarine Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard applies to fat products containing at least 10% and more than 90% fat, intended primarily for use as spreads. However , this standard does not apply to fat spreads de-rive exclusively from milk and / or milk products to which only other substances necessary for their manufacture have been added. It only includes margarine and products used for similar purposes and exclude products used for similar purposes and exclude products with a fat con-tent of less than two thirds of the dry matter (excluding salt).Butter and dairy spreads are not covered by this standard. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2013-01-01 9999-12-31
249 Standard Specification for Meat and Meat Products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard applies to products designated as “chopped meat” which have been packed in any suitable packaging material. This Malawi standard prescribes the requirements and methods of sampling for meat burgers made from comminuted meat (beef, lamb and mutton, poultry, pork) This Malawi Standard specifies requirements, method of sampling and tests for pork and beef sausages. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
250 Standard Specification for Methylated Spirit Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes methods to be used for ascertaining conformity with specification of methylated spirits. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
251 Standard Specification for Milk and Milk Products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for pasteurized cow’s milk. Prescribes the methods of sampling and microbiological analysis of milk and milk products. Prescribes the methods of sampling and chemical analysis for milk and milk products. MS 75-2:1998 MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS Part 2: Microbiological Examination (9 p)V Prescribes the methods of sampling and microbiological analysis of milk and milk products. Applies to dairy cream which has been pasteurized, sterilized or ultra-heat treated. This Malawi standard specifies the requirements, methods of sampling and test for dairy ices and dairy ice cream. This Malawi standard applies to sweetened condensed milk, intended for direct consumption or further processing. This Malawi Standard specifies the requirements and methods of sampling and tests for UHT milk. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2011-01-01 9999-12-31
252 Standard Specification for Mineral Solvent Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements for two categories of mineral solvents for use in paints and varnishes and for other purposes. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
253 Standard Specification for Spices and condiments Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for chillies and capsicums in whole or ground (powdered) form. Specifies minimum requirements for curry powder which is used as a flavouring ingredient in the preparation of foods. Specifies requirements for coriander (Coriandrumsativum L).in the whole and ground (powdered) forms. Prescribes requirements for garlic (Allium sativum L). Specifies requirements and methods of test for ginger Zingiber officinale, (Roscoe), whole, in pieces or ground. Specifies the requirements for leaves of dried mint (spear mint) in whole, broken or rubbed form. ‘Dried mint’ includes dehydrated mint ie. artificially dried mint. Specifies requirements for whole or ground (powdered) cinnamon of the Sri Lankan type, Mad-agascan type Seychelles type, which is the tree or shrub Cinnamon Beylanicum Blume. Specifies requirements for whole thyme (Thymes vulgaris) in processed or semi processed form for purposes of transactions. This Malawi Standard specifies requirements for nutmeg, whole or broken, and for mace, whole or in pieces, obtained from the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans Houttuyn) for wholesale commercial purposes. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
254 Standard Specification for Mint Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements for leaves of dried mint (spear mint) in whole, broken or rubbed form. ‘Dried mint’ includes dehydrated mint ie. artificially dried mint. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
255 Standard Specification for Mosquito Coils Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the physical and active ingredients for mosquito coils. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1993-01-01 9999-12-31
256 Standard Specification for Nails Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This specification covers the requirements for wire and mild steel nails and tacks for general use and eight nails for pneumatic gun nailers. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
257 Standard Specification for Nutmeg Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard specifies requirements for nutmeg, whole or broken, and for mace, whole or in pieces, obtained from the nutmeg tree (Myristica fragrans Houttuyn) for wholesale commercial purposes. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
258 Standard Specification for Opaque Beer Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for opaque beer Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
259 Standards Specification for Packaging Paper Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This part of MS 100 fixes the description and the dimensional designation of empty paper sacks and specifies the method of measuring those dimensions. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
260 Standard Specification for Paints an Varnishes Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi standard specifies several types of standard panel and describes procedures for their preparation prior to painting. These standard panels are for use in general methods of test for paints, varnishes and related products. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2013-01-01 9999-12-31
261 Standard Specification for Paint Removers Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers the requirements for two types of paint removers, each available in two classes, on non flammable, water rinsable, solvent based paint removers. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
262 Standard Specification for Pasta Products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements, methods of sampling and test for pasta products. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
263 Standard Specification for Peanut Butter Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

The standard covers the requirements, and methods of sampling and test for peanut butter of two types; smooth texture peanut butter and crunchy texture peanut butter. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1996-01-01 9999-12-31
264 Standard Specification for Spirits Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for spirits intended for use as beverages. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
265 Standard Specification for Starch Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This Malawi Standard covers cassava and maize starch used in the textile industry (mainly cotton) as a textile sizing and finishing material.Cassava starch shall mean the starch obtained from tubers of cassava (Manihot esculenta). Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2004-01-01 9999-12-31
266 Standard Specification for Steel bars-round, square, hexagonal, octagonal, flat Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 3: Dimensions of flat bars (2p) M Specifies dimensions of metric series hot-rolled steel flat bars. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2007-01-01 9999-12-31
267 Standard Specification for Sugar and sugar confectionery Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard prescribes the requirements for white sugar derived from sugarcane or beet root intended for human consumption without further processing. The fortification in Clause 6 apply to sugars sold directly to the final consumer, and are optional to sugars used as ingredients in other foodstuffs.. This standard prescribes the requirements for fortified raw sugar derived from sugarcane or beet root intended for human consumption without further processing. . The fortification in Clause 6 apply to sugars sold directly to the final consumer, and are optional to sugars used as ingredi-ents in other foodstuffs. Specifies the requirements and methods of sampling and test for high boiled sweets and low boiled toffees and caramels. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2013-01-01 9999-12-31
268 Standard Specification for Sulphuric acid for lead acid batteries Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies the limit for impurities in sulphuric acid suitable for use in lead-acid batteries. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
269 Standard Specification for Black Lead Pencil Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the requirements for black lead pencils for general writing purposes in grades HB and 2B. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1994-01-01 9999-12-31
270 Standard Specification for Tea sacks Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies the materials, construction and dimensions of sacks for the palletized and containerized transport of tea. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1989-01-01 9999-12-30
271 Standard Specification for Pigeon Peas Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for shelled dry peas, Cajanus cajan L, intended for human consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
272 Standard Specification for Plastic Containers Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers minimum requirements for plastic containers of nominal capacity up to 5 litres intended for storage of commodities other than explosives, compressed gases and radio-active materials. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1983-01-01 9999-12-31
273 Standard Specification for Timber and timber products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements of treated timber (other than the method of treatment) for preservative-treated timber and timber products (other than composite board products and timber products) at various levels of preservative treatment that are considered to be acceptable for a range of hazard conditions. Covers three basic grades of rough-sawn hardwood timber derived from trees of the Podocarpus spp, intended for use in the manufacture of furniture. Covers one stress of visually or mechanically structural timber (including finer jointed timber) derived from trees of the general coniferae grown in Southern Africa. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
274 Standard Specification of Polish Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to solvent based and emulsion type, both liquid and paste form wax polishes suitable for use on furniture and floors. Covers requirements for wax shoe polish of any colour, suitable for general application to leath-er shoes and goods. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1998-01-01 9999-12-31
275 Standard Specification for Timber preservatives (Creosote, Polyvinyl Acetate Dispersion Adhesive) Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for three types of coal tar creosote for wood preservation COVERS THE CHEMICAL, PHYSICAL AND PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR THREE EXPOSURE CLASSES OF NON-STRUCTURAL SYNTHETIC ADHESIVES DISPERSED IN WATER AND BASED ON THE POLYMERIZATION OF VINYL ACETATE OR ON ITS CO-POLYMERIZATION. Covers creosote that is derived entirely from coal tar produced by the high-temperature carbonization of bituminous coal, and that is intended for use in the preservation of timber. This specification covers two types of wood-preserving mixtures of creosote and waxy oil for use in the preservation of timber. HIS SPECIFICATION COVERS MIXTURES OF COPPER-CHROMIUM-ARSENIC COMPOUNDS (IN THE FORM OF A POWDER, A GRANULAR POWDER, A PASTE OR A LIQUID) FOR TIMBER PRESERVATION. This Malawi Standard covers requirements for the following two types of boron timber preserva-tives: Type I: A sodium borate of a composition corresponding approximately to that of disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Na2B8O134H2O). Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
276 Standard Specification for Toilet paper Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 2: Toilet paper (9 p) M THIS PART OF MS 569 COVERS FOUR GRADES (SEE 4.1) OF CREPED TOILET PAPER SUPPLIED IN ROLLS. PART 3: FACIAL TISSUES (9P)M THIS PART OF MS 569 COVERS TISSUE PAPER, IN SHEET FORM, FOR USE PRIMARILY FOR FACIAL HYGIENE. PART 4: PAPER TOWELS (9P) M THIS PART OF MS 569 COVERS PAPER TOWELS, IN ROLLS AND IN SHEETS (SINGLE PLY AND DOUBLE –PLY)- SUITABLE FOR GENERAL AND INDUSTRIAL PURPOSES. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
277 Standard Specification for Potato Crisps Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies requirements for potato crisps made from tubers of the potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
278 Standard Specification for Tomato juice Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements and the methods of test for tomato juices. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
279 Standard Specification for Potato Crisps Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard specifies requirements for potato crisps made from tubers of the potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2009-01-01 9999-12-31
280 Standard Specification for Tomato juice Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements and the methods of test for tomato juices. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
281 Standard Specification for Tomato puree Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Gives specification for processed tomato concentrates which do not include products commonly known as tomato sauce, chilli sauce, and ketchup, or similar products which are highly seasoned products of varying concentrations containing characterizing ingredients such as pepper, onions, vinegar, sugar, etc., in quantities that materially alter the flavour, aroma and taste of the tomato components. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
282 Standard Specification for Tomato sauce Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Prescribes the requirements and the methods of test for tomato sauce. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1984-01-01 9999-12-31
283 Standard Specification for Toothpaste Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers the requirements for toothpastes (fluoridated and non-fluoridated) intended for use with a brush in cleaning of natural teeth. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1987-01-01 9999-12-31
284 Standard Specification for Turmeric, whole or ground Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies requirements for turmeric (Curcuma longa Linnaeus), whole or ground (powdered) Tariff Rate Quotas Import 2016-03-22 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
285 Standard Specification for Turpentine, mineral Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers the requirements for mineral turpentine (white spirit) for use in thinning paints and varnishes and for other uses. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
286 Standard Specification for Tyres, pneumatic, for passenger cars/trailers, commercial vehicles Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard applies to new pneumatic tyres primarily designed for use on vehicles of cate-gory M1, O1, and O2. It does not apply to tyres designed for speeds exceeding 240 km/h. This standard applies to new pneumatic tyres primarily designed for use on vehicles of category M2, M3, N1, N2, N3, O3 and O4; it does not however apply to: Tyres of a speed category below 80 km/h; or Tyres designed for cycles and motor cycles. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2002-01-01 9999-12-31
287 Standard Specification for UPVC pipes and pipe fittings Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers conduits and fittings manufactured from non-metallic materials. It is basically for conduits and fittings of unplasticized polyvinyl chloride, but also applies to conduits which meet the requirements of the specification. This specification covers two duties (normal and heavy) of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes of nominal sizes 110-630 mm and one duty of PVC-U pipe fittings of nominal sizes 110 mm and 160 mm, intended for underground non-pressure applications in the construction of sewers and drains where temperatures continuously in excess of 60 oC are not encountered. The specification covers fittings manufactured predominantly by the injection-moulding process, but does not cover fittings produced by fabrication only. It also covers two methods of jointing, namely by means of solvent cement (for pipes of nominal size not exceeding 200 mm) and by means of rubber joint rings. Covers unplasticized polyvinyl chloride type 1 pipes and injection moulded fittings intended for cold water services under pressure at ambient temperature not below 25oC. Covers unplasticized polyvinyl chloride pipes and injection moulded pipe fittings intended for use above-ground non-pressure applications (such as soil water, waste water and ventilating pipes) where continuous temperatures in excess of 60 oC are not encountered. Part 3: Fittings and joints (4 p) M Specifies the characteristics and properties of fittings (injection moulded and post-formed) and joints made of unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) PVC-U, to be used for buried water mains and services and for water supplies above ground, both inside and outside buildings. Part 1: Unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pressure pipes (33 p) M This part of MS 666 specifies requirements for unplasticized poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes and injection-moulded fittings that are intended for above-ground pressure applications for the conveyance of portable water in reticulation systems and for other applications in which continuous temperatures in excess of 25 oC are not encountered. Minimum wall thicknesses are given, based on a design stress rating of 10 MPa for pipes of nominal outside diameter 90 mm or less and 12.5 MPa for pipes of nominal outside diameter 110 mm and more. Seven classes of pipes and three classes of fittings for reticulation systems are covered. Part 2: Modified poly (vinyl chloride) (PVC-M) pressure pipe systems (30 p) M This part of MS 666 specifies requirements for modified unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-M) pipes (with integral joints that incorpo-rate rubber sealing/ rings) and fittings (post-formed from pipe made of PVC-M) that are intended for above-ground and below-ground pressure applications for the conveyance of potable water in re-ticulation systems and for other applications, in which continuous tem-peratures in excess of 25 ºC are not encountered. Minimum wall thick-nesses based on a design stress rating of 18 MPa are given for pipes of normal outside diameter 50 mm to 630 mm. Six classes of pipe are covered, together with post-formed fittings and bends. This part of MS 666 also includes requirements for the components of rubber joint rings. Fittings made by hot-gas and hot-plate fusion techniques are not covered in this part of MS 666 This standard covers unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) pipes (including vent pipes) and pipe fittings of nominal sizes 40-160 mm intended for above-ground non-pressure applications for the conveyance of soil (human excrement or faeces) and waste water where continuous temperatures in excess of 60 ºC are not encountered. This standard covers unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) structured wall pipes (including pipe fittings) with an essentially smooth inside surface, of nominal diameter 110 mm up to and including 1000 mm, and intended for buried gravity drainage and sewerage pipe systems for the transportation of soil and waste discharge of domestic and industrial origin. Pipes of larger diameter are considered to be engineering products and are therefore not included in this standard. Where the piping carries industrial discharge, chemical and temperature resistance have to be taken into account. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2003-01-01 9999-12-31
288 Standard Specification for Vinegar, artificial Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to artificial vinegar produced from glacial acetic acid and water with or without caramel as a colouring matter and intended for use as a condiment. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1981-01-01 9999-12-31
289 Standard Specification for Water, bottled non-mineral Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Describes the methods of test for soaps and detergents This Malawi standard specifies the description, treatment, testing, packaging and labelling of water that is not natural mineral water. The water may be offered as packaged non-carbonated (“still”) water or as packaged carbonated (“sparkling”) water, with or without permitted substances. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2004-01-01 9999-12-31
290 Standard Specification for Water heaters Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Specifies constructional and performance requirements for electrical appliances of rated capacity not exceeding 80 litres for heating liquids for household and similar use and intended for operation on a.c supply voltages not exceeding 250 V to earth and at current ratings not ex-ceeding 16A. Specifies the characteristics of domestic solar water heaters. Specifies construction and performance requirements of solar water heaters. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1994-01-01 9999-12-31
291 Standard Specification for Wax shoe polish/floor polish Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Applies to solvent based and emulsion type, both liquid and paste form wax polishes suitable for use on furniture and floors Covers requirements for wax shoe polish of any colour, suitable for general application to leath-er shoes and goods. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1998-01-01 9999-12-31
292 Standard Specification for Wheat and wheat products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This standard applies to wheat flour for direct human consumption prepared from common wheat, Triticum aestivum L., or club wheat, Triticum compactum Host, or mixtures thereof, which is prepackaged ready for sale to the consumer or destined for use in other food products. The standard specifies requirements, methods of sampling and analysis for wheat belonging to the species Triticum aestivum and T. durum, which are intended for human consumption. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1990-01-01 9999-12-31
293 Standard Specification for Wines Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

SPECIFIES REQUIREMENTS FOR COUNTRY WINES. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1988-01-01 9999-12-31
294 Standard Specification for Wooden poles/droppers/spacers etc Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Covers wooden poles impregnated with creosote or with wood preservative with a creosote base intended to be used as upright supports for low voltage reticulation and telephone lines, and as upright supports and cross-arms for power transmission lines. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1995-01-01 9999-12-31
295 Standard Specification for Yoghurts Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Part 1: Yoghurt and Sweetened yoghurt This standard prescribe requirements for yoghurt. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2014-01-01 9999-12-31
296 Standard Specification for Zinc-coated fencing wire Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

SPECIFIES THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DIMENSIONS AND QUALITY OF PLAIN FENCING WIRE AND BARBED (SINGLE STRAND AND DOUBLE STRAND) FENCING WIRE MADE FROM 3 GRADES OF ZINC COATED STEEL WIRE. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 1991-01-01 9999-12-31
297 Standard Specification for Air conditioners Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
298 Standard Specification for Bread toasters Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
299 Standard Specification for Computer sets Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
300 Standard Specification for Decoders Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
301 Standard Specification for DVD players Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
302 Standard Specification for Electrical fans Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
303 Standard Specification for Electrical kettles Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
304 Standard Specification for Electrical plugs Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
305 Standard Specification for Electrical pressing irons Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
306 Standard Specification for Fruit mixtures Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
307 Standard Specification for Electrical switches Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
308 Standard Specification for Hot plates Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
309 Standard Specification for Home Theatre Systems Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
310 Standard Specification for Microwaves Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
311 Standard Specification for Household sockets outlet Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
312 Standard Specification for Mini cookers/cookers, fry pans Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Deals with the safety of electrical commercial multi-purpose cooking pans, not intended for household use. Typical use is in restaurants, canteens, bakeries, butcheries, etc. Their rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. It also covers the electrical part of appliances using other forms of energy. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
313 Standard Specification for Play stations Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
314 Standard Specification for Radios Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
315 Standard Specification for Refrigerators Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63. Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
316 Standard Specification for Rice cookers Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
317 Standard Specification for Television sets Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

This third edition of IEC 60335-1(1991) and its 1st amendment (1994) covers the general requirements for safety of household appliances. All parts 2s, dealing with © 2015 Catalogue of Malawi standards 105 particular requirements, should be used in conjunction with this 3rd edition, except parts 2-57 and 2-63 Technical Standard Import 2016-03-22 2005-01-01 9999-12-31
318 Registration and clearance of imported goods Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

Importers of designated products covered by Malawi Bureau of Standards need to know in advance whether the commodity they are intending to import falls under the MBS designated list. Registration Requirement Import 2016-04-05 2015-01-01 9999-12-31
319 Quality Assessment: Fees for mandatory standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

A manufacturer or importer of a commodity to which a mandatory standard applies shall pay to the MBS the prescribed fees. Quantity Control Measure Import 2016-04-05 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
320 Mutual Recognition of Standards, Quality Assessment Certificates Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

An imported commodity to which a mandatory standard applies may be deemed to comply if that commodity has been certified by a person or organization recognized within a given criteria. Technical Standard Import 2016-04-05 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
321 Quality Assessment: Selling of commodity under mandatory standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

No person must sell a commodity to which a mandatory standard applies unless the product has been accepted by MBS after passing MBS' assessments and declared so by MBS or the commodity has been permitted by MBS through special concession Technical Standard Import 2016-04-05 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
322 Quality Assessment: Handling of non-complying products Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

All imported commodity must comply with the mandatory standard concerned; any commodity not complying will be re-exportated, confiscated or destroyed, or dealt with in the manner acceptable by MBS. Technical Standard Import 2016-04-05 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
323 Quality Assessment: Issuance of conditional release of imports shipments Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards Act (51:02)

After the importer has paid as per MBS invoice or where special arrangements were done with MBS regarding payment, the importer has to allow MBS officer(s) will inspect the consignment and where possible get a sample for testing. If the physical inspection indicates the compliance, but completion of testing the samples drawn will take more than 20 working days, the MBS officer issues a clearance for the consignment to proceed to inland MRA recognised warehouse pending MBS results. Technical Standard Import 2016-04-05 2012-07-27 9999-12-31
324 Electricity Supply Licences Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority Electricity Act

All persons are required to get a licence from Malawi Energy and Regulatory Authority before importing or exporting Electricity to and from Malawi. Licensing Requirement Import 2016-05-04 2007-12-28 9999-12-31
325 Quality Development Cess levied on specified imported commodities. Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards (Quality Development Cess) Order

A Quality Development Cess is charged, paid and collected in respect of imported commodities specified in Column 1 in the First Schedule and at the rate specified in Column 2 in the said Schedule; and the cess is recoverable as debt Additional taxes and charges levied Import 2016-07-28 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
326 Registration requirement of importers of commodities which attract quality development Cess. Malawi Bureau of Standards Malawi Bureau of Standards (Quality Development Cess) Order

Every importer of commodities specified in Column 1 in the First Schedule is required to furnish his name, business address and of other particulars to the General Manager for registration in the register of importers; and the General Manager is required to keep and maintain such register. Registration Requirement Import 2016-07-28 1992-01-01 9999-12-31
327 COMESA Simplified Trade Regime Malawi Revenue Authority Customs and Excise (Amendment) (No. 5) Regulations, 2008 {Simplified Trade Regime Regulation (42:01)}.

Simplified import and export processes for Small and Medium Entreprises for goods of value not more than USD1,000 customs declaration Import 2018-06-07 2008-09-10 9999-12-31