The EASC/TC 009 on Food packaging and labelling and its national mirror technical committee, UNBS/TC 208 on Food labelling and hygiene have developed this Draft East African Standard (DEAS) as indicated below in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards. This Draft East African Standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on its suitability for implementation.

The East African Technical Committee, EASC/TC 015 on Oilseeds, oils, fats and related products and processes is developing the following Draft East African standards in accordance with EAC principles and procedures of harmonization of East African standards; a) DEAS 887:2023, Crude and semi refined palm oil – Specification b) DEAS 1168:2023, Virgin Coconut oils – Specification c) DEAS 1169:2023, Raw macadamia nuts in shell – Specification d) DEAS 1170:2023, Cashew flour – Specification e) DEAS 1171:2023, Peanut/groundnut flour – Specification The Draft East African Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation.

The East African Technical Committee, EASC/TC 015 on Oilseeds, oils, fats and related products and processes is developing the following Draft East African standards in accordance with EAC principles and procedures of harmonization of East African standards; a) DEAS 887:2023, Crude and semi refined palm oil – Specification b) DEAS 1168:2023, Virgin Coconut oils – Specification c) DEAS 1169:2023, Raw macadamia nuts in shell – Specification d) DEAS 1170:2023, Cashew flour – Specification e) DEAS 1171:2023, Peanut/groundnut flour – Specification The Draft East African Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation.

The East African Technical Committee, EASC/TC 015 on Oilseeds, oils, fats and related products and processes is developing the following Draft East African standards in accordance with EAC principles and procedures of harmonization of East African standards; a) DEAS 887:2023, Crude and semi refined palm oil – Specification b) DEAS 1168:2023, Virgin Coconut oils – Specification c) DEAS 1169:2023, Raw macadamia nuts in shell – Specification d) DEAS 1170:2023, Cashew flour – Specification e) DEAS 1171:2023, Peanut/groundnut flour – Specification The Draft East African Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation.

The East African Technical Committee, EASC/TC 015 on Oilseeds, oils, fats and related products and processes is developing the following Draft East African standards in accordance with EAC principles and procedures of harmonization of East African standards; a) DEAS 887:2023, Crude and semi refined palm oil – Specification b) DEAS 1168:2023, Virgin Coconut oils – Specification c) DEAS 1169:2023, Raw macadamia nuts in shell – Specification d) DEAS 1170:2023, Cashew flour – Specification e) DEAS 1171:2023, Peanut/groundnut flour – Specification The Draft East African Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation.

The EASC/TC 003 on Fish and fishery products through its national mirror technical committee, UNBS TC 211 on Fish and Fishery products, has developed six Draft East African Standards (DEAS) in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards

The EASC/TC 003 on Fish and fishery products through its national mirror technical committee, UNBS TC 211 on Fish and Fishery products, has developed six Draft East African Standards (DEAS) in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards

The EASC/TC 003 on Fish and fishery products through its national mirror technical committee, UNBS TC 211 on Fish and Fishery products, has developed six Draft East African Standards (DEAS) in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards

The EASC/TC 003 on Fish and fishery products through its national mirror technical committee, UNBS TC 211 on Fish and Fishery products, has developed six Draft East African Standards (DEAS) in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards

The EASC/TC 003 on Fish and fishery products through its national mirror technical committee, UNBS TC 211 on Fish and Fishery products, has developed six Draft East African Standards (DEAS) in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC125, Packaging and packaging products in liaison with UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium has developed the following draft Uganda standard: DUS 2693:2025, Stainless steel airtight grain storage silo - Specification The Draft Uganda Standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the Draft submitted by 23 June 2025 Please send to Mr. John Nyesiga (Email: john.nyesiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0702433638) or Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375).

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium in liaison with UNBS/TC109, Pipes and Fittings has developed the following draft Uganda standard: 1. DUS 2727:2024 Sponge iron/direct reduced iron (DRI) hot briquette iron (HBI) and cold briquette iron (CBI) for steelmaking — Specification 2. DUS 2724:2024 Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purposes —Specification 3. DUS 2270: 2024, copper alloy fancy single taps, combination tap assembly and stop valves for water services - specification 4. DUS 2428: 2024, kitchen wares made of stainless steel – requirements. 5. DUS 2255: 2024, stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes for general services — specification The Draft Uganda Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the drafts submitted by 23rd June 2025 Please send to Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375) or Mr. John Nyesiga (Email: john.nyesiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0702433638).

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium in liaison with UNBS/TC109, Pipes and Fittings has developed the following draft Uganda standard: 1. DUS 2727:2024 Sponge iron/direct reduced iron (DRI) hot briquette iron (HBI) and cold briquette iron (CBI) for steelmaking — Specification 2. DUS 2724:2024 Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purposes —Specification 3. DUS 2270: 2024, copper alloy fancy single taps, combination tap assembly and stop valves for water services - specification 4. DUS 2428: 2024, kitchen wares made of stainless steel – requirements. 5. DUS 2255: 2024, stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes for general services — specification The Draft Uganda Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the drafts submitted by 23rd June 2025 Please send to Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375) or Mr. John Nyesiga (Email: john.nyesiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0702433638).

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium in liaison with UNBS/TC109, Pipes and Fittings has developed the following draft Uganda standard: 1. DUS 2727:2024 Sponge iron/direct reduced iron (DRI) hot briquette iron (HBI) and cold briquette iron (CBI) for steelmaking — Specification 2. DUS 2724:2024 Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purposes —Specification 3. DUS 2270: 2024, copper alloy fancy single taps, combination tap assembly and stop valves for water services - specification 4. DUS 2428: 2024, kitchen wares made of stainless steel – requirements. 5. DUS 2255: 2024, stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes for general services — specification The Draft Uganda Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the drafts submitted by 23rd June 2025 Please send to Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375) or Mr. John Nyesiga (Email: john.nyesiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0702433638).

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium in liaison with UNBS/TC109, Pipes and Fittings has developed the following draft Uganda standard: 1. DUS 2727:2024 Sponge iron/direct reduced iron (DRI) hot briquette iron (HBI) and cold briquette iron (CBI) for steelmaking — Specification 2. DUS 2724:2024 Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purposes —Specification 3. DUS 2270: 2024, copper alloy fancy single taps, combination tap assembly and stop valves for water services - specification 4. DUS 2428: 2024, kitchen wares made of stainless steel – requirements. 5. DUS 2255: 2024, stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes for general services — specification The Draft Uganda Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the drafts submitted by 23rd June 2025 Please send to Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375) or Mr. John Nyesiga (Email: john.nyesiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0702433638).

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards through its technical committee, UNBS/TC108, Steel and Aluminium in liaison with UNBS/TC109, Pipes and Fittings has developed the following draft Uganda standard: 1. DUS 2727:2024 Sponge iron/direct reduced iron (DRI) hot briquette iron (HBI) and cold briquette iron (CBI) for steelmaking — Specification 2. DUS 2724:2024 Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purposes —Specification 3. DUS 2270: 2024, copper alloy fancy single taps, combination tap assembly and stop valves for water services - specification 4. DUS 2428: 2024, kitchen wares made of stainless steel – requirements. 5. DUS 2255: 2024, stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes for general services — specification The Draft Uganda Standards are now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Committee would appreciate any comment(s) on the drafts submitted by 23rd June 2025 Please send to Mr. Rodgers Numanya (Email: rodgers.numanya@unbs.go.ug, Tel: 0704048375)

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through UNBS/TC 209 on Seed and planting materials participated in the EASC/TC 012 on Seed and propagation materials and now DEAS 1264 -1:2025, Vegetable seed – Requirements for certification Part 1: Cucurbit is being sent out to the public for commenting and its suitability

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through UNBS/TC 209 on Seed and planting materials participated in the EASC/TC 012 on Seed and propagation materials and now DEAS 1265:2025, Pea seed – Requirements for certification is being sent out to the public for commenting and its suitability.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through UNBS/TC 209 on Seed and planting materials participated in the EASC/TC 012 on Seed and propagation materials and now is sending DEAS 1263:2025, Sweetpotato seed – Requirements for certification to the public for commenting

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 318, Petroleum Distribution is in the process of adopting, the above ISO standard, which is currently a Draft Uganda Standard at public review stage. The Committee invites you to send comments on this standard. You may send comments to Paul Kirunda (paul.kirunda@unbs.go.ug 0705587831) by 15 July 2025. Please submit comments using the attached comments form. If you have any detailed comments, provide them on a separate sheet of paper and indicate the number of the clause to which they refer.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 317, Petroleum refining and transportation materials, equipment and structures is in the process of adopting, as Uganda Standard the above ISO standard, which is currently a Draft Uganda standard on public review stage. The Committee invites you to send comments on this standard. You may send comments to Paul Kirunda (paul.kirunda@unbs.go.ug 0705587831) by 15 July 2025. Please submit comments using the attached comments form. If you have any detailed comments, provide them on a separate sheet of paper and indicate the number of the clause to which they refer.

The EASC/TC 022, Wood, timber and their Products has developed Draft East African Standard (DEAS) on Timber grading in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards. This Draft East African standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on its suitability for implementation

The EASC/TC 022, Wood, timber and their Products has developed Draft East African Standard (DEAS) on Timber grading in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards. This Draft East African standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on its suitability for implementation

The EASC/TC 022, Wood, timber and their Products has developed Draft East African Standard (DEAS) on Timber grading in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards. This Draft East African standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on its suitability for implementation

The EASC/TC 022, Wood, timber and their Products has developed Draft East African Standard (DEAS) on Timber grading in accordance with the procedures for development of East African Standards. This Draft East African standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the public for comments on its suitability for implementation

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 307, Medical devices and equipment has proposed the adoption of DUS ISO 11040-8:2016, Prefilled syringes — Part 8: Requirements and test methods for finished prefilled syringes. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 22nd July 2025

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 307, Medical devices and equipment has proposed the adoption of DUS ISO 11040-7:2024, Prefilled syringes — Part 7: Packaging systems for sterilized subassembled syringes ready for filling. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 22nd July 2025

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 307, Medical devices and equipment has proposed the adoption of DUS ISO 11040-6:2019, Prefilled syringes — Part 6: Plastic barrels for injectables and sterilized subassembled syringes ready for filling. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 22nd July 2025

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 307, Medical devices and equipment has proposed the adoption of DUS ISO 11040-5:2012, Prefilled syringes — Part 5: Plunger stoppers for injectables. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 22nd July 2025

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 317, Petroleum refining and transportation materials, equipment and structures is in the process of adopting, as Uganda Standard the above ISO standard, which is currently a Draft Uganda standard on public review stage. The Committee invites you to send comments on this standard. You may send comments to Paul Ronald Kirunda (paul.kirunda@unbs.go.ug 0705587831) by 27 July 2025. Please submit comments using the attached comments form. If you have any detailed comments, provide them on a separate sheet of paper and indicate the number of the clause to which they refer.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 318, Petroleum Distribution is in the process of adopting, as Uganda Standard the above ISO standard, which is currently a Draft Uganda standard on public review stage. The Committee invites you to send comments on this standard. You may send comments to Paul Ronald Kirunda (paul.kirunda@unbs.go.ug 0705587831) by 27 July 2025. Please submit comments using the attached comments form. If you have any detailed comments, provide them on a separate sheet of paper and indicate the number of the clause to which they refer.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 317, Petroleum refining and transportation materials, equipment and structures is in the process of adopting, as Uganda Standard the above ISO standard, which is currently a Draft Uganda standard on public review stage. The Committee invites you to send comments on this standard. You may send comments to Paul Ronald Kirunda (paul.kirunda@unbs.go.ug 0705587831) by 3rd August 2025. Please submit comments using the attached comments form. If you have any detailed comments, provide them on a separate sheet of paper and indicate the number of the clause to which they refer.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 301, Chemistry, developed the Draft Uganda Standard; DUS ISO 6357:1985 Documentation — Spine titles on books and other publications The Draft Uganda Standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Technical Committee would appreciate any comments on these standards to be submitted by 15th August 2025. Comments should be submitted using the attached comment sheet. Detailed comments may be provided on a separate sheet of paper identifying the number of clause (s) to which they refer to the Manager, Standards Department (Uganda National Bureau of Standards) for the attention of Mr. Baraza Timothy (Email: timothy.baraza@unbs.go.ug, 0780514857 or 0752422549). Please note that a copy of this draft standard may be obtained from the Information Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere, or contact the centre through Mr. Maurice Musuga (email: maurice.musuga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: 0701194628). The Committee will also appreciate it if you inform us that you have no specific comments to make and find the Standards generally acceptable. Attached is a document of the title and scope of the Draft Uganda Standard. We look forward to your continued co-operation.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 310, Cosmetics and related products has developed the Draft Uganda Standard, DUS 2728: 2024: Milking jelly— Specification. The Draft Uganda Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on its suitability for implementation. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft you may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga ( email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 10th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 078, Healthcare and medical devices has developed the Draft East African Standard: DEAS 1252-8:2025, Spatial application mosquito repellents — Specification — Part 8: Liquid detergent, First Edition. The Draft Standard is now being circulated to the public to provide comments on its suitability for application. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 10th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 078, Healthcare and medical devices has developed the Draft East African Standard: DEAS 1252-6:2025, Spatial application mosquito repellent — Specification — Part 6: Vaporizing mat, First Edition. The Draft Standard is now being circulated to the public to provide comments on its suitability for application. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 10th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 078, Healthcare and medical devices has developed the Draft East African Standard: DEAS 1252-5:2025, Spatial application mosquito repellent — Specification — Part 5: Liquid vaporizer, First Edition. The Draft Standard is now being circulated to the public to provide comments on its suitability for application. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 10th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 078, Healthcare and medical devices has developed the Draft East African Standard: DEAS 1252-4:2025, Spatial application mosquito repellent — Specification — Part 4: Paper, First Edition. The Draft Standard is now being circulated to the public to provide comments on its suitability for application. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 10th August 2025.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 319, Toys, has developed the Draft Uganda Standard: DUS ISO 8124-11:2019, Safety of toys — Part 11: Chemical toys (sets) other than experimental sets The Draft Uganda Standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Technical Committee would appreciate any comments on this standard to be submitted by 15th August 2025. Comments should be submitted using the attached comment sheet. Detailed comments may be provided on a separate sheet of paper identifying the number of clause (s) to which they refer to the Manager, Standards Department (Uganda National Bureau of Standards) for the attention of Mr. Baraza Timothy (Email: timothy.baraza@unbs.go.ug, 0780514857 or 0752422549). Please note that a copy of this draft standard may be obtained from the Information Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere or contact the centre through Mr. Maurice Musuga (email: maurice.musuga@unbs.go.ug Tel No: 0701194628). The Committee will also appreciate it if you inform us that you have no specific comments to make and find the Standards generally acceptable. Attached is a document of the title and scope of the Draft Uganda Standard. We look forward to your continued cooperation.

Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), through the Technical Committee UNBS/TC 319, Toys, has developed the Draft Uganda Standard: DUS ISO 8124-10:2023, Safety of toys — Part 10: Experimental sets for chemistry and related activities. The Draft Uganda Standard is now being circulated to stakeholders and the general public for comments on their suitability for implementation. The Technical Committee would appreciate any comments on these standards to be submitted by 15th August 2025. Comments should be submitted using the attached comment sheet. Detailed comments may be provided on a separate sheet of paper identifying the number of clause (s) to which they refer to the Manager, Standards Department (Uganda National Bureau of Standards) for the attention of Mr. Baraza Timothy (Email: timothy.baraza@unbs.go.ug, 0780514857 or 0752422549). Please note that a copy of this draft standard may be obtained from the Information Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere or contact the centre through Mr. Maurice Musuga (email: maurice.musuga@unbs.go.ug Tel No: 0701194628). The Committee will also appreciate it if you inform us that you have no specific comments to make and find the Standards generally acceptable. Attached is a document of the title and scope of the Draft Uganda Standard. We look forward to your continued cooperation.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847- 28: 2017, Cosmetics - Analytical methods - Part 28: Determination of free caustic alkali. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847- 27: 2017, Cosmetics - Analytical methods - Part 27: Determination of total fatty substance by gravimetric method. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847-25: 2017, Cosmetics — Analytical methods — Part 25: Determination of fineness The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847- 23: 2017, Cosmetics - Analytical methods - Part 23: Test for absence of grit in powders. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847- 22: 2017, Cosmetics - Analytical methods - Part 22: Determination of sulphur and sulphides in oils. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847-19: 2017, Cosmetics — Analytical methods — Part 19: Determination of non-ionic, anionic and cationic surfactant content. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of 2. EAS 847-18: 2017, Cosmetics — Analytical methods — Part 18: Determination of thermal stability. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat through the Technical Committee EASC/TC 071, Cosmetics and related products has proposed the re-affirmation of EAS 847- 14: 2017, Cosmetics — Analytical methods — Part 14: Determination of Polenske value. The title and scope of this Draft Standard is now being presented to the general public to provide comments on their suitability for implementation. Copies of these standards can be obtained from the UNBS information and Resource Centre at Standards House, Bweyogerere. The Committee invites you to send comments on this draft. You may send comments to Ms. Lydia Nayiga (email: lydia.nayiga@unbs.go.ug, Tel No: +256 779073981) by 16th August 2025.