| Name | Import license for Steel Reinforcing Materials |
|---|---|
| Description | To import steel reinforcing materials into Fiji, compliance with the FS AS/NZS 4671 Standard is mandatory. This compulsory standard sets specific chemical, mechanical, and physical requirements for steel reinforcement products, such as bars, coils, and welded mesh, to ensure their suitability for use in Fiji's seismic zones. |
| Comments | Importers must provide an accredited laboratory report conforming to the standards before shipment, and failure to comply with the standard may result in penalties or the re-exportation of non-compliant products. Import licenses can be obtained through the Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Communications (MTCMSMEC), with processing taking up to five working days. |
| Validity From | 06-05-1992 |
| Validity To | 08-12-0002 |
| Measure Type | Licensing Requirement |
| Agency | Department of National Trade Measurement and Standards, Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications |
| Legal Document | - Trade Standards and Quality Control Act No. 24 of 1992 |
Procedures
| # | Procedure Name | Description | Category | View Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Import License for Steel Reinforcing Materials | The Import License for Steel Reinforcing Material ensures that imported steel and related materials meet the required safety, quality, and compliance standards for use in construction, particularly for structural reinforcement. This license helps regulate the quality of materials used in building and infrastructure projects, ensuring they adhere to established standards like chemical composition, tensile strength, and corrosion resistance. It also helps prevent the importation of substandard or unsafe materials, which could compromise the safety and durability of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. Additionally, it ensures that importers are following proper procedures, contributing to overall trade regulation and safety standards in the country. | Import |
Forms
| # | Title | Description | Issued By | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Import license for Steel Reinforcing Materials | Application for Import license for Steel Reinforcing Materials | Department of National Trade Measurement and Standards, Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications | |
| 2 | Checklist for Import License Application Steel Reinforcing Materials | This is the list of documents required for Import License Application Steel Reinforcing Materials | Department of National Trade Measurement and Standards, Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Communications |
Commodity/s
| # | HS Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76169910 | - - - Gauze, reinforcing fabric and similar material of aluminum wire |
Step-by-Step Guide
| # | Process name | Process short name | Activity |
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