Trinidad and Tobago

10.3 - Use of international standards

Articles 10.3.110.3.2
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Indicative date of implementation 31 December 2020
Definitive date of implementation 30 June 2025
Deadline for extension request, if required 2 March 2025
Extension of time
Request received
31 August 2023
Original definitive date
31 December 2023
New date requested
30 June 2025
Date approved
30 June 2025
Reason
Trinidad and Tobago is currently pursuing amendments to its policy framework to comply with this Article. However, it is anticipated that the reform would not be completed by the initial deadline, therefore Trinidad and Tobago is requesting additional time to implement this measure.
Committee approval:
Approved
Link to notification
Assistance required for implementation • Procedures - Assess the testing, certification, inspection and accreditation capabilities of food safety regulatory agencies and provide assistance for upgrading facilities and achieving compliance with relevant standards;
• Human Resources/Training - Develop and implement a training and certification program to assist exporters to meet relevant standards awareness session on the importance of the use of international standards.

Tags: Legislative and regulatory framework, Institutional procedures, Human resources and training, Awareness-raising

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