Definition
Often used in supply chains to define the quality/safety compliance required for imported technical goods. SANS standards are developed by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) and underpin the VOC regime for regulated product categories.
Frequently asked questions
What is SANS (South African National Standards)?
Often used in supply chains to define the quality/safety compliance required for imported technical goods. SANS standards are developed by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) and underpin the VOC regime for regulated product categories.
Which glossary terms are related to SANS (South African National Standards)?
SANS (South African National Standards) is a customs & sars term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include 70707070 (Customs Code), Ad Valorem Duty, AEO (Authorised Economic Operator), Anti-Dumping Duty, B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.