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31967L0530

Council Directive 67/530/EEC of 25 July 1967 concerning the freedom of nationals of a Member State established as farmers in another Member State to transfer from one holding to another

Official Journal 190 , 10/08/1967 P. 0001 - 0003 Finnish special edition: Chapter 6 Volume 1 P. 0051  Danish special edition: Series I Chapter 1967 P. 0205  Swedish special edition: Chapter 6 Volume 1 P. 0051  English special edition: Series I Chapter 1967 P. 0228  Greek special edition: Chapter 06 Volume 1 P. 0069  Spanish special edition: Chapter 06 Volume 1 P. 0073  Portuguese special edition Chapter 06 Volume 1 P. 0073

COUNCIL DIRECTIVE  of 25 July 1967  concerning the freedom of nationals of a Member State established as farmers in another Member State to transfer from one holding to another  (67/530/EEC)  THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES, Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community, and in particular Article 54 (2) and (3) thereof; Having regard to the General Programme for the abolition of restrictions on freedom of establishment (1), and in particular Title IV F 3 thereof; Having regard to the proposal from the Commission; Having regard to the Opinion of the European Parliament (2); Having regard to the Opinion of the Economic and Social Committee (3); Whereas the General Programme for the Abolition of Restrictions on Freedom of Establishment includes a special timetable for the attainment of such freedom in agriculture, which takes into account the particular nature of agricultural activities ; whereas the third series of measures provided for in this timetable entails that, at the beginning of the third year of the second stage, each Member State shall procure to farmers who have resided in that Member State for more than two years but who are nationals of another Member State the right to transfer from one holding to another; Whereas the right of transfer which is the subject of this Directive is independent of the legal form under which the holding is exploited ; whereas the effect of such transfer must not be to reduce the rights of the person concerned with regard to his status as a foreign national; Whereas beneficiaries under the Council Directive of 2 April 1963 laying down detailed provisions for the attainment of freedom of establishment in agriculture in the territory of a Member State in respect of nationals of other countries of the Community who have been employed as paid agricultural workers in that Member State for a continuous period of two years (63/261/EEC) (4) already enjoy the same treatment as nationals of such Member State with regard to the right to transfer from one holding to another; Whereas, where a definition of an agricultural holding is required for the purpose of implementing this Directive, such definition is a matter for the Member State concerned; Whereas, in Article 4 (2) of the Council Directive of 2 April 1963 laying down detailed provisions for the attainment of freedom of establishment on holdings abandoned or left uncultivated for more than two years (63/262/EEC) (5), the granting of the right of transfer was expressly deferred pending implementation of the present Directive; HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:    Article 1 All Member States, acting in accordance with the following provisions, shall abolish in respect of nationals and companies or firms of other Member States having pursued in their territory activities as self-employed persons in agriculture for more than two years (hereinafter called "beneficiaries") all restrictions the effect of which is to exclude or limit their right to transfer from one holding to another.   Article 2  1. For the purposes of this Directive, the "right to transfer" means the right of beneficiaries to move freely, under the same conditions as nationals of the State concerned, from one holding to another holding  (1) OJ No 2, 15.1.1962, p. 36/62. (2) OJ No 23, 5.2.1966, p. 386/66. (3) OJ No 146, 23.8.1965, p. 2465/65. (4) OJ No 62, 20.4.1963, p. 1323/63. (5) OJ No 62, 20.4.1963, p. 1326/63.  of their choice in the State in which they have settled. Such transfer shall be permitted irrespective of the legal form under which exploitation of the new or the old holding takes place.  2. For the purposes of this Directive, "agricultural activities" means:  -activities falling within Annex V to the General Programme for the abolition of restrictions on freedom of establishment (ex Major Group 01, Agriculture, of the International Standard Industrial Classification of all Economic Activities) (6), and in particular:  (a) general agriculture including the growing of field crops and viticulture ; growing of fruits, nuts, seeds, vegetables, flowers, both in the open and under glass;  (b) raising of livestock, poultry, rabbits, fur-bearing or other animals, bees ; and the production of meat, milk, wool, skins and fur, eggs, honey;  -felling of timber, commercial exploitation of woodlands, and planting and replanting of trees, where such operations are practised as ancillary activities on holdings taken over under the provisions of this Directive and are compatible with a Member State's internal legislation and in particular with land utilisation plans.   Article 3  1. Member States shall abolish the following restrictions:  - those which in pursuance of provisions laid down by law, regulation or administrative action prevent beneficiaries from transferring from one holding to another or subject such transfers to conditions which render them more difficult or more costly;  - those existing by reason of administrative practices which, in respect of the right to transfer, result in treatment being applied to beneficiaries that is discriminatory by comparison with that applied to nationals.  2. The restrictions to be abolished shall include in particular those arising out of measures which prevent or limit by the following means the right of beneficiaries to transfer from one holding to another under the same conditions as nationals of the Member State concerned: in Belgium:   - the power, under Article 3 of the Law of 19 February 1965 on the pursuit by foreign nationals of activities as self-employed persons, to require agricultural activities to be carried on in a specified place.  in France:  - the requirement that foreign nationals who are beneficiaries under the Council Directive of 2 April 1963 (63/262/EEC) shall obtain authorisation if they wish to establish themselves on holdings other than those abandoned or left uncultivated (Article 3 of Décret No 63-1019 of 10 October 1963);  - the requirement that foreign nationals wishing to transfer from one holding to another shall obtain a carte professionnelle d'exploitant agricole or an autorisation d'exploiter (Article 4 of Décret No 5472 of 20 January 1954 and Article 4 of Arrêté ministériel of 30 March 1955).  3. Where beneficiaries under the Council Directive of 2 April 1963 (63/262/EEC) exercise their right to transfer they shall retain the rights granted to them pursuant to that Directive.   Article 4  1. Any Member State where the taking up by certain nationals of other Member States of activity as a farmer is still subject to their obtaining a special permit for foreign nationals shall issue to beneficiaries, on their application and without charge, an individual certificate stating their special circumstances in relation to the rules on establishment by foreign farmers.  2. Member States shall grant beneficiaries a right of appeal against any decision whereby a competent authority raises objection to their transfer.   Article 5 Member States shall take the measures necessary to comply with this Directive within six months of its notification and shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof.   Article 6 This Directive is addressed to the Member States. Done at Brussels, 25 July 1967. For the Council The President Fr. NEEF  (6) Statistical Office of the United Nations, Statistical Papers, Series M No 4, Rev. 1 (New York, 1958).


title: Commission Directive 2004/89/EC of 13 September 2004 adapting for the fifth time to technical progress Council Directive 96/49/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States with regard to the transport of dangerous goods by rail(Text with EEA relevance)

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               16.9.2004

               EN

               Official Journal of the European Union

               L 293/14

      COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2004/89/EC
   of 13 September 2004
   adapting for the fifth time to technical progress Council Directive 96/49/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States with regard to the transport of dangerous goods by rail
   (Text with EEA relevance)
   THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,
   Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community,
   Having regard to Council Directive 96/49/EC of 23 July 1996 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States with regard to the transport of dangerous goods by rail (1), and in particular Article 8 thereof,
   Whereas:

               (1)

               The Annex to Directive 96/49/EC refers to the Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail (RID), as applicable with effect from 1 July 2003.

               (2)

               The RID is normally updated every two years, the latest update being in force from 1 January 2003, with a transitional period up to 30 June 2003.

               (3)

               Exceptionally the RID was updated again after one year so that the amended version entered into force on 1 January 2004.

               (4)

               It is therefore necessary to amend the Annex to Directive 96/49/EC.

               (5)

               The measures provided for in this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee on the transport of dangerous goods referred to in Article 9 of Directive 96/49/EC,

         HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:
   Article 1
   The Annex to Directive 96/49/EC is replaced by the following:

      ‘Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail (RID) appearing in Annex I to Appendix B to the Convention concerning International Carriage by Rail (COTIF), as applicable with effect from 1 January 2004, it being understood that the terms “contracting party” and “the States or the railways” will be replaced by the term “Member State”.
      The text of the amendments of the 2004 version of the RID will be published as soon as it is available in all official languages of the Community.’

   Article 2
   1.   Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive by 1 October 2004 at the latest. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions and a correlation table between those provisions and this Directive.
   When Member States adopt those provisions, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or be accompanied by such a reference on the occasion of their official publication. Member States shall determine how such reference is to be made.
   2.   Member States shall communicate to the Commission the text of the main provisions of national law which they adopt in the field covered by this Directive.
   Article 3
   This Directive shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
   Article 4
   This Directive is addressed to the Member States.

      Done at Brussels, 13 September 2004.

            For the Commission

         Loyola DE PALACIO

            Member of the Commission

      (1)  OJ L 235, 17.9.1996, p. 25. Directive as last amended by Commission Directive 2003/29/EC (OJ L 90, 8.4.2003, p. 47).


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31999L0072

Directive 1999/72/EC of the European Parliament and OF THE Council of 29 July 1999 amending Directive 92/117/EEC of the Council concerning measures for protection against specified zoonoses and specific zoonotic agents in animals and products of animal origin in order to prevent outbreaks of food-borne infections and intoxications

Official Journal L 210 , 10/08/1999 P. 0012 - 0012

DIRECTIVE 1999/72/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCILof 29 July 1999amending Directive 92/117/EEC of the Council concerning measures for protection against specified zoonoses and specific zoonotic agents in animals and products of animal origin in order to prevent outbreaks of food-borne infections and intoxicationsTHE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT,THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community, and in particular Article 152(4) thereof,Having regard to the proposal from the Commission(1),Having regard to the opinion of the Economic and Social Committee(2),Acting in accordance with the procedure laid down in Article 251 of the Treaty(3),Whereas:(1) in the light of the experience acquired and the importance accorded to the prevention and control of zoonoses it appears necessary to carry out a substantial review of the provisions of Council Directive 92/117/EEC of 17 December 1992 concerning measures for protection against specified zoonoses and specific zoonotic agents in animals and products of animal origin in order to prevent outbreaks of food-borne infections and intoxications(4);(2) such substantial review could consist of introducing new provisions for the reporting system for zoonoses, improved rules for the control and eradication of salmonellosis in poultry flocks, and a system to control other zoonoses than salmonellosis;(3) such a substantial review requires consultation of and consideration by all the parties concerned, including in particular consumer organisations, the farming industry and the scientific world;(4) pending this review it is appropriate to provide both for a postponement of the deadlines for plans to be submitted by third countries and for a postponement of the obligation on the Commission to submit to the European Parliament and the Council proposals on new provisions,HAVE ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:Article 1Directive 92/117/EEC is amended as follows:1. in Article 14(2), the words "31 December 1998" shall be replaced by "one year after the entry into force of the acts pursuant to the proposals referred to in Article 15a(2)".2. Article 15a shall be amended as follows:(a) in paragraph 1, second line, the date "1 November 1997" shall be replaced by "31 March 2000";(b) in paragraph 2, at the end, the date "1 June 1998" shall be replaced by "31 December 2000".Article 21. Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive not later than 31 May 2001. They shall forthwith inform the Commission thereof.When Member States adopt these measures, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such reference on the occasion of their official publication. The methods of making reference shall be laid down by Member States.2. Member States shall communicate to the Commission the text of the main provisions of domestic law which they adopt in the field governed by this Directive. The Commission shall inform the other Member States thereof.Article 3This Directive shall enter into force on the day of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Communities.Article 4This Directive is addressed to the Member States.Done at Brussels, 29 July 1999.For the European ParliamentThe PresidentN. FONTAINEFor the CouncilThe PresidentS. HASSI(1) OJ C 63, 5.3.1999, p. 8.(2) Opinion delivered on 28 April 1999 (OJ C 169, 16.6.1999).(3) Opinion of the European Parliament of 13 April 1999 (OJ C 219, 30.7.1999), Decision of the Council of 19 July 1999.(4) OJ L 62, 15.3.1993, p. 38. Directive as last amended by Directive 97/22/EC (OJ L 113, 30.4.1997, p. 9).


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31984L0231

Council Directive 84/231/EEC of 30 April 1984 amending Directives 69/169/EEC and 83/2/EEC on the harmonization of provisions laid down by law, regulation or administrative action relating to exemption from turnover tax and excise duty on imports in international travel

Official Journal L 117 , 03/05/1984 P. 0042 - 0043 Spanish special edition: Chapter 09 Volume 1 P. 0168  Portuguese special edition Chapter 09 Volume 1 P. 0168

*****COUNCIL  DIRECTIVE  of 30 April 1984  amending Directives 69/169/EEC and 83/2/EEC on the harmonization of provisions laid down by law, regulation or administrative action relating to exemption from turnover tax and excise duty on imports in international travel  (84/231/EEC)  THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN  COMMUNITIES,  Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community, and in particular Articles 99 and 100 thereof,  Having regard to the proposal from the Commission (1),  Having regard to the opinion of the European Parliament (2),  Having regard to the opinion of the Economic and Social Committee (3),  Whereas it is important to facilitate travel and tourism within the Community and, to this end, to relax the controls on persons at frontiers in order that citizens can appreciate more precisely the positive effects of the existence of the Community;  Whereas, from this point of view, there should be an increase in the exemption from turnover tax and excise duty, the level of which as laid down by Council Directive 69/169/EEC (4), as last amended by Directive 82/443/EEC (5), remains lower than the real value of the original exemption as a result of the rise in the cost of living throughout the Community;  Whereas the Hellenic Republic should be granted a period of time in which to carry out a two-stage increase in the value of the exemption to which travellers coming from other Member States of the Community are entitled;  Whereas Directive 83/651/EEC (6) granted Ireland an extension of the derogation from Directive 69/169/EEC in respect of the unit value of goods imported free of tax;  Whereas the tax system at present in force in Ireland does not authorize full application of the tax exemption granted to travellers coming from other Member States of the Community because of economic consequences that might result from it;  Whereas, therefore, Ireland should be authorized to continue to apply these exceptional arrangements as long as the amount of the exemption remains at the level set by this Directive;  Whereas Directive 83/2/EEC (7) granted Denmark a derogation from Directive 69/169/EEC in respect of the importation of certain goods by travellers resident in Denmark;  Whereas the tax system at present applied in Denmark does not yet allow full application of the harmonized arrangements deriving from Directive 69/169/EEC without the risk of serious economic consequences; whereas, therefore, Denmark should be provisionally  authorized to retain derogation arrangements particularly in view of the increase in the exemption as from 1 July 1984; whereas, however, in order to facilitate adaptation, provision should be made for the progressive approximation of these arrangements to the harmonized Community rules,  HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:  Article 1  In Article 2 (1) of Directive 69/169/EEC '210 ECU' is hereby replaced by ', as as from 1 July 1984, 280 ECU'.  Article 2  1. Notwithstanding Article 2 (1) of Directive 69/169/EEC:  (a) the Hellenic Republic is hereby authorized to apply an exemption of 210 ECU until 31 December 1984 and of 250 ECU from 1 January to 30 June 1985;  (b) Ireland is hereby authorized to exclude from exemption goods whose unit value exceeds 77 ECU, as long as the amount of the exemption is 280 ECU.  2. During the period of application of the derogation referred to in paragraph 1 (b), the other Member States shall take the necessary steps to permit the remission of tax, in accordance with the procedures referred to in Article 6 of Directive 69/169/EEC, on goods imported into Ireland which are excluded from exemption in that country.  Article 3  1. Notwithstanding Directive 69/169/EEC, Denmark is hereby authorized, in respect of exemption on importation of the goods referred to below, to apply the following quantitative limits, where such goods are imported by travellers resident in Denmark, after a stay in another country:  - until 31 December 1985, when the stay is less than 48 hours, and  - from 1 January 1986 to 31 December 1989, when the stay is less than 24 hours:  1.2.3.4.5 //   //   //   //   //   //   // from 1 January 1985 to 31 December 1986  // from 1 January to 31 December 1987  // from 1 January to 31 December 1988  // from 1 January to 31 December 1989  //   //   //   //   //   // Cigarettes  // 60  // 140  // 200  // 240  // or  //   //   //   //   // smoking tobacco where the tobacco particles have a width of less than 1,5 mm (fine cut)  // 100 g  // 200 g  // 250 g  // 300 g  // Distilled beverages and spirits of an alcoholic strength exceeding 22 % vol  // Nil  // 0,35  // 0,35  // 0,7  //   //  //   //   //  2. Directive 83/2/EEC is hereby repealed as from 31 December 1984.  Article 4  The Member States shall inform the Commission of the provisions which they adopt to implement this Directive.  Article 5  This Directive is addressed to the Member States.  Done at Brussels, 30 April 1984.  For the Council  The President  C. CHEYSSON  (1) OJ No C 114, 28. 4. 1983, p. 4.  (2) OJ No C 10, 16. 1. 1984, p. 44.  (3) OJ No C 57, 29. 2. 1984, p. 12.  (4) OJ No L 133, 4. 6. 1969, p. 6.  (5) OJ No L 206, 14. 7. 1982, p. 35.  (6) OJ No L 370, 31. 12. 1983, p. 62.  (7) OJ No L 20, 14. 1. 1983, p. 48.


title: Commission Directive 2011/22/EU of 3 March 2011 amending Council Directive 91/414/EEC to include bispyribac as active substance  Text with EEA relevance

text:
               4.3.2011

               EN

               Official Journal of the European Union

               L 59/26

         COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2011/22/EU
   of 3 March 2011
   amending Council Directive 91/414/EEC to include bispyribac as active substance
   (Text with EEA relevance)
   THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
   Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
   Having regard to Council Directive 91/414/EEC of 15 July 1991 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market (1), and in particular Article 6(1) thereof,
   Whereas:

               (1)

               In accordance with Article 6(2) of Directive 91/414/EEC Italy received on 26 February 2002 an application from Bayer CropScience for the inclusion of the active substance bispyribac (also called bispyribac sodium, according to the form in which the active substance is contained in the representative formulation on which the dossier is based) in Annex I to Directive 91/414/EEC. Commission Decision 2003/305/EC (2) confirmed that the dossier was ‘complete’ in the sense that it could be considered as satisfying, in principle, the data and information requirements of Annexes II and III to Directive 91/414/EEC.

               (2)

               For that active substance, the effects on human health and the environment have been assessed, in accordance with the provisions of Article 6(2) and (4) of Directive 91/414/EEC, for the uses proposed by the applicant. The designated rapporteur Member State submitted a draft assessment report on 1 August 2003.

               (3)

               The draft assessment report was peer reviewed by the Member States and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in the format of the EFSA conclusion on the peer review of the pesticide risk assessment of the active substance bispyribac on 12 July 2010 (3). This report was reviewed by the Member States and the Commission within the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health and was finalised on 28 January 2011 in the format of the Commission review report for bispyribac.

               (4)

               It has appeared from the various examinations made that plant protection products containing bispyribac may be expected to satisfy, in general, the requirements laid down in Article 5(1)(a) and (b) and Article 5(3) of Directive 91/414/EEC, in particular with regard to the uses which were examined and detailed in the Commission review report. It is therefore appropriate to include bispyribac in Annex I to that Directive, in order to ensure that in all Member States the authorisations of plant protection products containing this active substance may be granted in accordance with the provisions of that Directive.

               (5)

               Without prejudice to that conclusion, it is appropriate to obtain confirmatory information on certain specific points. Article 6(1) of Directive 91/414/EEC provides that the inclusion of a substance in Annex I may be subject to conditions. Therefore, it is appropriate to require that the applicant submit further information to confirm the risk assessment on the potential for groundwater contamination by metabolites M03 (4), M04 (5) and M10 (6).

               (6)

               Without prejudice to the obligations defined by Directive 91/414/EEC as a consequence of including an active substance in Annex I, Member States should be allowed a period of 6 months after inclusion to review existing provisional authorisations of plant protection products containing bispyribac to ensure that the requirements laid down by Directive 91/414/EEC, in particular in its Article 13 and the relevant conditions set out in Annex I, are satisfied. Member States should transform existing provisional authorisations into full authorisations, amend them or withdraw them in accordance with the provisions of Directive 91/414/EEC. By derogation from the above deadline, a longer period should be provided for the submission and assessment of the complete Annex III dossier of each plant protection product for each intended use in accordance with the uniform principles laid down in Directive 91/414/EEC.

               (7)

               It is therefore appropriate to amend Directive 91/414/EEC accordingly.

               (8)

               The measures provided for in this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health,

         HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:
   Article 1
   Annex I to Directive 91/414/EEC is amended as set out in the Annex to this Directive.
   Article 2
   Member States shall adopt and publish by 31 January 2012 at the latest the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions and a correlation table between those provisions and this Directive.
   They shall apply those provisions from 1 February 2012.
   When Member States adopt those provisions, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such a reference on the occasion of their official publication. Member States shall determine how such reference is to be made.
   Article 3
   1.   Member States shall in accordance with Directive 91/414/EEC, where necessary, amend or withdraw existing authorisations for plant protection products containing bispyribac as active substance by 31 January 2012. By that date, they shall in particular verify that the conditions in Annex I to that Directive relating to bispyribac are met, with the exception of those identified in part B of the entry concerning the active substance, and that the holder of the authorisation has, or has access to, a dossier satisfying the requirements of Annex II to that Directive in accordance with the conditions of Article 13(2) of that Directive.
   2.   By way of derogation from paragraph 1, for each authorised plant protection product containing bispyribac as either the only active substance or as one of several active substances all of which were listed in Annex I to Directive 91/414/EEC by 31 July 2011 at the latest, Member States shall re-evaluate the product in accordance with the uniform principles provided for in Annex VI to Directive 91/414/EEC, on the basis of a dossier satisfying the requirements of Annex III to that Directive and taking into account part B of the entry in Annex I to that Directive concerning bispyribac. On the basis of that evaluation, they shall determine whether the product satisfies the conditions set out in Article 4(1)(b), (c), (d) and (e) of Directive 91/414/EEC.
   Following that determination Member States shall:

               (a)

               in the case of a product containing bispyribac as the only active substance, where necessary, amend or withdraw the authorisation by 31 January 2013 at the latest; or

               (b)

               in the case of a product containing bispyribac as one of several active substances, where necessary, amend or withdraw the authorisation by 31 January 2013 or by the date fixed for such an amendment or withdrawal in the respective Directive or Directives which added the relevant substance or substances to Annex I to Directive 91/414/EEC, whichever is the latest.

         Article 4
   This Directive shall enter into force on 1 August 2011.
   Article 5
   This Directive is addressed to the Member States.

      Done at Brussels, 3 March 2011.

            For the Commission

            The President

         José Manuel BARROSO

      (1)  OJ L 230, 19.8.1991, p. 1.

      (2)  OJ L 112, 6.5.2003, p. 10.

      (3)  EFSA Journal (2010) 8(1):1692, Conclusion on the peer review of the pesticide risk assessment of the active substance bispyribac (unless otherwise stated all data evaluated refer to the variant bispyribac-sodium). doi:10.2903/j.efsa.2010.1692. Available online: www.efsa.europa.eu

      (4)  2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxypyrimidine

      (5)  2,4-dihydroxy-6-methoxypyrimidine

      (6)  sodium 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-6-methoxypyrimidin-2-yl)oxybenzoate

      ANNEX
      In Annex I to Directive 91/414/EEC, the following entry is added at the end of the table:

                     No

                     Common Name, Identification Numbers

                     IUPAC Name

                     Purity (1)

                     Entry into force

                     Expiration of inclusion

                     Specific provisions

                     ‘329

                     Bispyribac
                     CAS No 125401-75-4
                     CIPAC No 748

                     2,6-bis(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yloxy)benzoic acid

                     ≥ 930 g/kg (referred to as bispyribac-sodium)

                     1 August 2011

                     31 July 2021

                     PART A
                     Only uses as herbicide in rice may be authorised.
                     PART B
                     For the implementation of the uniform principles of Annex VI, the conclusions of the review report on bispyribac, and in particular Appendices I and II thereof, as finalised in the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health on 28 January 2011, shall be taken into account.
                     In this overall assessment, Member States must pay particular attention to the protection of groundwater, when the active substance is applied in regions with vulnerable soil and/or climatic conditions.
                     Conditions of authorisation shall include risk mitigation measures where appropriate.
                     The Member States concerned shall request the submission of further information as regards the possible groundwater contamination by metabolites M03 (2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxypyrimidine), M04 (2,4-dihydroxy-6-methoxypyrimidine) and M10 (sodium 2-hydroxy-6-(4-hydroxy-6-methoxypyrimidin-2-yl)oxybenzoate).
                     They shall ensure that the applicant provides such information to the Commission by 31 July 2013.’

         (1)  Further details on identity and specification of active substances are provided in the review report.


title: Commission Directive 2005/30/EC of 22 April 2005 amending, for the purposes of their adaptation to technical progress, Directives 97/24/EC and 2002/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, relating to the type-approval of two or three-wheel motor vehiclesText with EEA relevance

text:
               27.4.2005

               EN

               Official Journal of the European Union

               L 106/17

      COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 2005/30/EC
   of 22 April 2005
   amending, for the purposes of their adaptation to technical progress, Directives 97/24/EC and 2002/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council, relating to the type-approval of two or three-wheel motor vehicles
   (Text with EEA relevance)
   THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,
   Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community,
   Having regard to Directive 97/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 June 1997 on certain components and characteristics of two or three-wheel motor vehicles (1), and in particular Article 7 thereof,
   Having regard to Directive 2002/24/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 March 2002 relating to the type-approval of two and three-wheel motor vehicles and repealing Council Directive 92/61/EEC (2), and in particular Article 17 thereof,
   Whereas:

               (1)

               Directive 97/24/EC is one of the separate Directives for the purposes of the EC type approval procedure laid down by Directive 2002/24/EC.

               (2)

               Technical measures for the type-approval, as separate technical units, of replacement catalytic converters should be introduced in order to ensure an appropriate emissions performance. Measures should be introduced in order to aid enforcement in Member States through the marking of replacement catalytic converters and their packaging.

               (3)

               The Member State type-approval code for Malta and Cyprus, in Annex V to Directive 2002/24/EC, should be updated.

               (4)

               Directives 97/24/EC and 2002/24/EC should be amended accordingly.

               (5)

               The measures provided for this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee for Adaptation to Technical Progress,

         HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:
   Article 1
   The text annexed to Directive 97/24/EC is amended in accordance with Annex I to this Directive.
   Article 2
   Annexes II and V to Directive 2002/24/EC are amended in accordance with Annex II to this Directive.
   Article 3
   1.   With effect from 18 May 2006 Member States shall not, in respect of new replacement catalytic converters which are intended to be fitted on vehicles that have been type-approved in accordance with Directive 97/24/EC:

               (a)

               refuse to grant EC type-approval pursuant to Article 4(1) of Directive 2002/24/EC;

               (b)

               prohibit the sale or installation on a vehicle.

         2.   With effect from 18 May 2006, Member States shall, on grounds relating to the measures to be taken against air pollution, permissible sound level or anti-tampering measures, no longer grant EC type-approval pursuant to Article 4(1) of Directive 2002/24/EC in respect of a new replacement catalytic converter which fails to comply with Directive 97/24/EC, as amended by this Directive.
   Article 4
   1.   Member States shall adopt and publish, by 17 May 2006 at the latest, the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive. They shall forthwith communicate to the Commission the text of those provisions and a correlation table between those provisions and this Directive.
   They shall apply those provisions from 18 May 2006.
   When Member States adopt those provisions, they shall contain a reference to this Directive or be accompanied by such a reference on the occasion of their official publication. Member States shall determine how such reference is to be made.
   2.   Member States shall communicate to the Commission the text of the main provisions of national law which they adopt in the field covered by this Directive.
   Article 5
   This Directive shall enter into force on the twentieth day following its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
   Article 6
   This Directive is addressed to the Member States.

      Done at Brussels, 22 April 2005.

            For the Commission

         Günter VERHEUGEN

            Vice-President

      (1)  OJ L 226, 18.8.1997, p. 1. Directive as last amended by Directive 2003/77/EC (OJ L 211, 21.8.2003, p. 24).

      (2)  OJ L 124, 9.5.2002, p. 1. Directive as last amended by the 2003 Act of Accession.

      ANNEX I
      AMENDMENTS TO DIRECTIVE 97/24/EC
      1.   Chapter 5 annexed to Directive 97/24/EC is amended as follows:

                  (a)

                  in the ‘LIST OF ANNEXES’ the following new references are added:

                              ‘ANNEX VII

                           type-approval of replacement catalytic converter as separate technical unit for two or three-wheel motor vehicles …

                              Appendix 1

                           Information document in respect of a replacement catalytic converter, as separate technical unit(s), for a type of two or three-wheel motor vehicle …

                              Appendix 2

                           Type-approval certificate in respect of a replacement catalytic converter, as separate technical unit, for a type of two or three-wheel motor vehicle …

                              Appendix 3

                           Examples of type-approval mark …’;

                  (b)

                  Annex I is amended as follows:

                              (i)

                              The following sections 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6 are added:

                                          ‘1.4.

                                          “original equipment catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters covered by the type-approval delivered for the vehicle;

                                          1.5.

                                          “replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters intended to replace an original equipment catalytic converter on a vehicle type-approved in accordance with this Chapter, which can be type approved as a separate technical unit as defined in Article 2(5) of Directive 2002/24/EC;

                                          1.6.

                                          “original replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters whose types are indicated in section 5 of Annex VI but are offered on the market as separate technical units by the holder of the vehicle type-approval.’;

                              (ii)

                              the following section 2.3 is added:
                              ‘2.3.   Diagram and markings

                                          2.3.1.

                                          A diagram and a cross-sectional drawing indicating the dimensions of the original equipment catalytic converter(s) (if any) must be annexed to the document referred to in Annex V.

                                          2.3.2.

                                          All original equipment catalytic converter(s) must bear the “e” mark followed by the identification of the country which granted the type-approval. This reference must be legible and indelible and also visible (where possible) in the position at which it is to be fitted.’;

                              (iii)

                              the following section 5 is added:
                              ‘5.   REPLACEMENT CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AND ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
                              5.1.   Replacement catalytic converters intended to be fitted to vehicles type-approved in compliance with this Chapter must be tested in accordance with Annex VII.
                              5.2.   Original replacement catalytic converters, which are of a type covered by section 5 of Annex VI and are intended for fitment to a vehicle to which the relevant type approval document refers, do not need to comply with Annex VII provided they fulfil the requirements of sections 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 of this Annex.
                              5.2.1.   Marking
                              Original replacement catalytic converters shall bear at least the following identifications:

                                          5.2.1.1.

                                          the vehicle manufacturer's name or trade mark;

                                          5.2.1.2.

                                          the make and identifying part number.

                                    5.2.2.   Documentation
                              Original replacement catalytic converters shall be accompanied by the following information:

                                          5.2.2.1.

                                          the vehicle manufacturer's name or trade mark;

                                          5.2.2.2.

                                          make and identifying part number;

                                          5.2.2.3.

                                          the vehicles for which the original replacement catalytic converter is of a type covered by section 5 of Annex VI;

                                          5.2.2.4.

                                          installation instructions, where necessary;

                                          5.2.2.5.

                                          this information shall be provided either on a leaflet accompanying the original replacement catalytic converter, or, on the packaging in which the original replacement catalytic converter is sold, or, by any other applicable means.’

                  (c)

                  Annex II is amended as follows:

                              (i)

                              the following sections 1.7, 1.8 and 1.9 are added:

                                          ‘1.7.

                                          “original equipment catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters covered by the type-approval delivered for the vehicle;

                                          1.8.

                                          “replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters intended to replace an original equipment catalytic converter on a vehicle type-approved in accordance with this Chapter, which can be type-approved as a separate technical unit as defined in Article 2(5) of Directive 2002/24/EC;

                                          1.9.

                                          “original replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters whose types are indicated in section 5 of Annex VI but are offered on the market as separate technical units by the holder of the vehicle type approval.’;

                              (ii)

                              the following section 2.4 is added:
                              ‘2.4.   Diagram and markings

                                          2.4.1.

                                          A diagram and a cross-sectional drawing indicating the dimensions of the original equipment catalytic converter(s) (if any) must be annexed to the document referred to in Annex V.

                                          2.4.2.

                                          All original equipment catalytic converter(s) must bear the “e” mark followed by the identification of the country which granted the type-approval. This reference must be legible and indelible and also visible (where possible) in the position at which it is to be fitted.’;

                              (iii)

                              the following section 5 is added:
                              ‘5.   REPLACEMENT CATALYTIC CONVERTERS AND ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT CATALYTIC CONVERTERS
                              5.1.   Replacement catalytic converters intended to be fitted to vehicles type-approved in compliance with this Chapter must be tested in accordance with Annex VII.
                              5.2.   Original replacement catalytic converters, which are of a type covered by section 5 of Annex VI and are intended for fitment to a vehicle to which the relevant type approval document refers, do not need to comply with Annex VII provided they fulfil the requirements of sections 5.2.1 and 5.2.2 of this Annex.
                              5.2.1.   Marking
                              Original replacement catalytic converters shall bear at least the following identifications:

                                          5.2.1.1.

                                          the vehicle manufacturer's name or trade mark;

                                          5.2.1.2.

                                          the make and identifying part number.

                                    5.2.2.   Documentation
                              Original replacement catalytic converters shall be accompanied by the following information:

                                          5.2.2.1.

                                          the vehicle manufacturer's name or trade mark;

                                          5.2.2.2.

                                          make and identifying part number;

                                          5.2.2.3.

                                          the vehicles for which the original replacement catalytic converter is of a type covered by section 5 of Annex VI;

                                          5.2.2.4.

                                          installation instructions, where necessary;

                                          5.2.2.5.

                                          this information shall be provided either on a leaflet accompanying the original replacement catalytic converter, or, on the packaging in which the original replacement catalytic converter is sold, or, by any other applicable means.’;

                  (d)

                  In Annex VI the following section 4a is inserted:
                  ‘4a.   Catalytic converters

                              4a.1.

                              Make and type of original equipment catalytic converter as listed in item 3.2.12.2.1 of Annex V (the information document).

                              4a.2.

                              Make(s) and type(s) of original replacement catalytic converter as listed in item 3.2.12.2.1 of Annex V (the information document)’;

                  (e)

                  the following Annex VII is added:‘
                     ANNEX VII
                     TYPE-APPROVAL OF REPLACEMENT CATALYTIC CONVERTER AS SEPARATE TECHNICAL UNIT FOR TWO OR THREE-WHEEL MOTOR VEHICLES
                     This Annex applies to the type-approval, as separate technical units within the meaning of Article 2(5) of Directive 2002/24/EC, of catalytic converters to be fitted, on one or more types of two or three-wheel motor vehicles, as replacement parts.
                     1.   DEFINITIONS
                     For the purposes of this Annex, the following definitions shall apply:
                     1.1.   “original equipment catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters covered by the type approval delivered for the vehicle;
                     1.2.   “replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters intended to replace an original equipment catalytic converter on a vehicle type-approved in accordance with this Chapter which can be type-approved as a separate technical unit as defined in Article 2(5) of Directive 2002/24/EC;
                     1.3.   “original replacement catalytic converter” means a catalytic converter or an assembly of catalytic converters whose types are indicated in section 5 of Annex VI but are offered on the market as separate technical units by the holder of the vehicle type-approval;
                     1.4.   “type of catalytic converter” means catalytic converters which do not differ in such essential respects as the following:

                                 1.4.1.

                                 number of coated substrates, structure and material;

                                 1.4.2.

                                 type of catalytic activity (oxidising, three-way, etc.);

                                 1.4.3.

                                 volume, ratio of frontal area and substrate length;

                                 1.4.4.

                                 catalyst material content;

                                 1.4.5.

                                 catalyst material ratio;

                                 1.4.6.

                                 cell density;

                                 1.4.7.

                                 dimensions and shape;

                                 1.4.8.

                                 thermal protection;

                           1.5.   “vehicle type with regard to the emission of gaseous pollutants from the engine” means two or three-wheel motor vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the following:

                                 1.5.1.

                                 the equivalent inertia determined in relation to the reference mass, as laid down in section 5.2 of Appendix 1 of Annex I or Annex II (depending upon the type of vehicle);

                                 1.5.2.

                                 the characteristics of the engine and the two or three-wheel motor vehicle as defined in Annex V;

                           1.6.   “gaseous pollutants” means carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen expressed in terms of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) equivalence.
                     2.   APPLICATION FOR TYPE-APPROVAL
                     2.1.   An application for type-approval of a type of replacement catalytic converter as a separate technical unit shall be submitted by the manufacturer of the system or by his authorised representative.
                     2.2.   A model for the information document is given in Appendix 1.
                     2.3.   For each type of catalytic converter for which approval is requested, the type-approval application must be accompanied by the following documents in triplicate, and by the following particulars:

                                 2.3.1.

                                 description of the type(s) of vehicle for which the device is intended, in respect of the characteristics referred to in section 1.1 of Annex I or Annex II (depending upon the type of vehicle);

                                 2.3.2.

                                 the numbers and/or symbols specific to the type of engine and vehicle;

                                 2.3.3.

                                 description of the replacement catalytic converter stating the relative position of each of its components, together with the fitting instructions;

                                 2.3.4.

                                 drawings of each component to facilitate location and identification, and statement of materials used. These drawings must also indicate the intended location of the mandatory type-approval number.

                           2.4.   The following must be submitted to the technical service responsible for the type approval test:

                                 2.4.1.

                                 Vehicle(s) of a type approved in accordance with this Chapter equipped with a new original equipment catalytic converter. This (these) vehicle(s) shall be selected by the applicant with the agreement of the technical service. It (they) shall comply with the requirements of Section 3 of Appendix 1 to Annex I, II or III (depending upon the type of vehicle).
                                 The test vehicle(s) shall have no emission control system defects; any excessively worn out or malfunctioning emission-related original part shall be repaired or replaced. The test vehicle(s) shall be tuned properly and set to the manufacturer's specification prior to emission testing.

                                 2.4.2.

                                 One sample of the type of the replacement catalytic converter. This sample shall be clearly and indelibly marked with the applicant's trade name or mark and its commercial designation.

                           3.   GRANTING OF TYPE-APPROVAL

                                 3.1.

                                 Upon completion of the tests laid down in this Annex, the competent authority shall issue a certificate based on the model set out in Appendix 2.

                                 3.2.

                                 An approval number in accordance with Annex V to Directive 2002/24/EC shall be assigned to each type of replacement catalytic converter approved. The same Member State shall not assign the same number to another replacement catalytic converter type. The same type-approval number may cover the use of that replacement catalytic converter type on a number of different vehicle types.

                           4.   MARKING REQUIREMENT
                     4.1.   Every replacement catalytic converter conforming to the type approved under this Directive as a separate technical unit, but not the mounting parts and pipes, shall bear a type-approval mark composed in accordance with the requirements of Article 8 of Directive 2002/24/EC, supplemented by further information as referred to in section 4.2 of this Annex. The type-approval mark must be affixed in such a way as to be legible and indelible and also visible (where possible) in the position at which it is to be fitted.
                     The dimensions of “a” must be ≥ 3 mm.
                     4.2.   Further information contained in the type-approval mark
                     4.2.1.   Every replacement catalytic converter, but not the mounting parts and pipes, must bear, in the type-approval mark, the number of the Chapter(s) under which the type approval has been granted.
                     4.2.1.1.   Replacement catalytic converter which consists of a sole part integrating both the catalytic converter and the exhaust system (silencer)
                     The type-approval mark referred to in section 4.1 must be followed by two circles surrounding a number 5 and a number 9, respectively.
                     4.2.1.2.   Replacement catalytic converter separated from the exhaust system (silencer)
                     The mark of the type-approval referred to in section 4.1 affixed to the replacement catalytic converter must be followed by a circle surrounding a number 5.
                     Examples of type-approval marks are given in Appendix 3.
                     5.   REQUIREMENTS
                     5.1.   General requirements
                     The design, construction and mounting of the replacement catalytic converter must be such that:

                                 5.1.1.

                                 the vehicle complies with the requirements of the Annex under normal conditions of use, and in particular regardless of any vibrations to which it may be subjected;

                                 5.1.2.

                                 the replacement catalytic converter displays reasonable resistance to the corrosion phenomena to which it is exposed, with due regard to the normal conditions of use of the vehicle;

                                 5.1.3.

                                 the ground clearance available under the original equipment catalytic converter, and the angle at which the vehicle can lean over, are not reduced;

                                 5.1.4.

                                 the surface does not reach unduly high temperatures;

                                 5.1.5.

                                 the outline has no projections or sharp edges;

                                 5.1.6.

                                 shock absorbers and suspension have adequate clearance;

                                 5.1.7.

                                 adequate safety clearance is provided for pipes;

                                 5.1.8.

                                 it is impact-resistant in a way that is compatible with clearly-defined maintenance and installation requirements;

                                 5.1.9.

                                 if the original equipment catalytic converter includes thermal protection, the replacement catalytic converter shall include equivalent protection;

                                 5.1.10.

                                 if (an) oxygen probe(s) and other sensors are originally installed on the exhaust line, the installation of the replacement catalytic converter shall be at the exact position of the original equipment catalytic converter, and the position on the exhaust line of the oxygen probe(s) and other sensors, shall not be modified.

                           5.2.   Requirements regarding emissions
                     5.2.1.   The vehicle referred to in section 2.4.1, equipped with a replacement catalytic converter of the type for which type-approval is requested, shall undergo the tests laid down in Appendices 1 and 2 to Annexes I, II or III (according to the type-approval of the vehicle) (1).
                     5.2.1.1.   Evaluation of the emission of pollutants of vehicles equipped with replacement catalytic converter
                     Requirements regarding emissions are deemed to be complied with if the test vehicle equipped with the replacement catalytic converter complies with the limit values according to Annex I, II or III (according to the type-approval of the vehicle) (2).
                     Where type-approval is applied for different types of vehicles from the same manufacturer, and provided that these different types of vehicle are fitted with the same type of original equipment catalytic converter, the type I test may be limited to at least two vehicles selected after agreement with the technical service responsible for approval.
                     5.2.2.   Requirements regarding permissible sound level
                     The vehicle referred to in section 2.4.1, equipped with a replacement catalytic converter of the type for which type-approval is requested, shall satisfy the requirements of section 3 to Annex II, III or IV to Chapter 9 (according to the type approval of the vehicle). The test result for the vehicle in motion and for the stationary test shall be mentioned in the test report.
                     5.3.   Testing of vehicle performance

                                 5.3.1.

                                 The replacement catalytic converter must be such as to ensure that the vehicle’s performance is comparable to that achieved with the original equipment catalytic converter.

                                 5.3.2.

                                 The replacement catalytic converter must be compared with an original equipment catalytic converter, also in new condition, fitted in turn to the vehicle referred to in section 2.4.1.

                                 5.3.3.

                                 This test is carried out by measuring the engine power curve. The net maximum power and the top speed measured with the replacement catalytic converter must not deviate from the net maximum power and top speed measured under the same conditions with the original equipment catalytic converter by more than ± 5 %.

                           6.   CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
                     The provisions of Annex VI to Directive 2002/24/EC apply to the checking of conformity of production.
                     In order to test conformity as required above, a sample replacement catalytic converter must be taken from the production line of the type-approved, pursuant to this Annex.
                     Production will be regarded as being in conformity with the provisions of this Annex if the requirements of section 5.2 (Requirements regarding emissions) and section 5.3 (Testing of vehicle performance) are satisfied.
                     7.   DOCUMENTATION
                     7.1.   Each new replacement catalytic converter shall be accompanied by the following information:

                                 7.1.1.

                                 the catalyst manufacturer's name or trade mark;

                                 7.1.2.

                                 the vehicles (including year of manufacture) for which the replacement catalytic converter is approved;

                                 7.1.3.

                                 installation instructions, where necessary.

                           7.2.   This information shall be provided either on a leaflet accompanying the replacement catalytic converter, or on the packaging in which the replacement catalytic converter is sold, or by any other applicable means.

                        Appendix 1
                        Information document in respect of a replacement catalytic converter, as separate technical unit, for a type of two or three-wheel vehicle
                        Order No (assigned by applicant) ...
                        The type-approval application for replacement catalytic converter for a type of two or three-wheel vehicle must include the following details:

                                    1.

                                    Make of the device: ...

                                    2.

                                    Type of the device: ...

                                    3.

                                    Name and address of the manufacturer of the device: ...
                                    ...

                                    4.

                                    If applicable, name and address of the authorised representative of the manufacturer of the device: ...
                                    ...

                                    5.

                                    Make(s) and type(s) of vehicle for which the device is designed (3 4):

                                    6.

                                    Drawings of the replacement catalytic converter, identifying in particular all the characteristics referred to in section 1.4 of Annex VII to Chapter 5 annexed to Directive 97/24/EC: ...
                                    ...

                                    7.

                                    Description and drawings showing the position of the replacement catalytic converter relative to the engine exhaust manifold(s) and the oxygen sensor (if any): ...

                                    8.

                                    Any restrictions on use and fitting instructions: ...

                                    9.

                                    The details listed in Annex II to Directive 2002/24/CE, part 1 (A), sections:

                                                0.1,

                                                0.2,

                                                0.5,

                                                0.6,

                                                2.1,

                                                3,

                                                3.0,

                                                3.1,

                                                3.1.1,

                                                3.2.1.7,

                                                3.2.12,

                                                4 to 4.4.2,

                                                4.5,

                                                4.6,

                                                5.2.

                        Appendix 2
                        Type-approval certificate in respect of a replacement catalytic converter for a type of two or three-wheel vehicle

                           Name of administration

                        Report No: ... by technical service: ... Date: ...
                        Type-approval No: ... No of extension: ...

                                    1.

                                    Make of the device: ...

                                    2.

                                    Type of the device: ...

                                    3.

                                    Name and address of the manufacturer of the device: ...
                                    ...

                                    4.

                                    If applicable, name and address of the authorised representative of the manufacturer of the device: ...
                                    ...

                                    5.

                                    Make(s) and type(s) and any variant(s) or version(s) of the vehicle(s) for which the device is designed: ...
                                    ...

                                    6.

                                    Date device submitted for testing: ...

                                    7.

                                    Type-approval granted/refused (3 4):

                                    8.

                                    Place: ...

                                    9.

                                    Date: ...

                                    10.

                                    Signature: ...

                        Appendix 3
                        Examples of type-approval mark

                        The above represented type-approval mark was issued by Germany [e1] under number 1230 for a replacement catalytic converter consisting of a sole part integrating both the catalytic converter and the exhaust system (silencer).

                        The above represented type-approval mark was issued by Germany [e1] under number 1230 for the replacement catalytic converter not integrated in the exhaust system (catalytic converter and silencer not integrated in a sole element).

                        The above represented type-approval mark was issued by Germany [e1] under number 1230 for the non-original silencer not integrating a catalytic converter (catalytic converter and silencer not integrated in a sole element or vehicle not equipped with a catalytic converter) (see Chapter 9).

                  ’
            2.   Chapter 7 annexed to Directive 97/24/EC is amended as follows:

                  (a)

                  Section 1.10 is replaced by the following:

                              ‘1.10.

                              “Exhaust system” means the combination of the exhaust pipe, the expansion box, the exhaust silencer and the catalytic converter (if any).’

                  (b)

                  The following section 3.10.1.3.7a is inserted:

                              ‘3.10.1.3.7a.

                              catalytic converter(s) (only if not integrated in the silencer)’

            3.   Chapter 9 annexed to Directive 97/24/EC is amended as follows:

                  (a)

                  In the ‘LIST OF ANNEXES’, the following Appendix reference is inserted between ‘Annex VI’ and ‘Annex VII’:

                              ‘Appendix

                           Examples of type-approval mark … ’

                  (b)

                  In Annex II, the following section 3.5.5 is added:
                  ‘3.5.5.   Evaluation of the emission of pollutants of vehicles equipped with replacement silencer system
                  The vehicle referred to in section 3.2.3.3, equipped with a silencer of the type for which approval is requested, shall undergo a Type I and a Type II test under the conditions described in the corresponding Annex to Chapter 5 annexed to this Directive according to the type-approval of the vehicle.
                  The requirements regarding emissions shall be deemed to be fulfilled if the results meet the limit values according to the type-approval of the vehicle.’

                  (c)

                  In Annex III, the following section 3.5.5 is added:
                  ‘3.5.5.   Evaluation of the emission of pollutants of vehicles equipped with replacement silencer system
                  The vehicle referred to in section 3.2.3.3, equipped with a silencer of the type for which approval is requested, shall undergo a Type I and a Type II test under the conditions described in the corresponding Annex to Chapter 5 annexed to this Directive according to the type-approval of the vehicle.
                  The requirements regarding emissions shall be deemed to be fulfilled if the results meet the limit values according to the type-approval of the vehicle.’

                  (d)

                  In Annex IV, the following section 3.5.5 is added:
                  ‘3.5.5.   Evaluation of the emission of pollutants of vehicles equipped with replacement silencer system
                  The vehicle referred to in section 3.2.3.3, equipped with a silencer of the type for which approval is requested, shall undergo a Type I and a Type II test under the conditions described in the corresponding Annex to Chapter 5 annexed to this Directive according to the type-approval of the vehicle.
                  The requirements regarding emissions shall be deemed to be fulfilled if the results meet the limit values according to the type-approval of the vehicle.’

                  (e)

                  Annex VI is amended as follows:

                              (i)

                              Section 1.3 is replaced by the following:

                                          ‘1.3.

                                          the type-approval mark composed and affixed in accordance with the requirements of Article 8 of Directive 2002/24/EC, supplemented by further information referred to in section 6 of this Annex. The dimensions of “a” must be ≥ 3 mm.’

                              (ii)

                              The following section 6 is added:
                              ‘6.   FURTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE TYPE-APPROVAL MARK
                              6.1.   The non-original exhaust system or components thereof, but not the mounting parts and pipes, must bear in the type-approval mark the number of the Chapter(s) under which the type-approval has been granted, except as referred to in section 6.1.3.
                              6.1.1.   Non-original exhaust system which consists of a sole part integrating both the silencer and the catalytic converter
                              The type-approval mark referred to in section 1.3 must be followed by two circles surrounding a number 5 and a number 9, respectively.
                              6.1.2.   Non-original exhaust system separated from the catalytic converter
                              The type-approval mark referred to in section 1.3 affixed to the silencer must be followed by a circle surrounding a number 9.
                              6.1.3.   Non-original exhaust system consisting of a sole part (silencer) for vehicles which are not type-approved according to the Chapter 5
                              The type-approval mark referred to in 1.3 affixed to the silencer must not be followed by any further information.
                              Examples of type-approval marks are shown in the Appendix.’

                              (iii)

                              The following Appendix is added:

                                 ‘Appendix
                                 Examples of type-approval mark

                                 The above represented type-approval mark was issued by France [e2] under number 6789 for a non-original exhaust system consisting of a sole part integrating both the silencer and the catalytic converter.

                                 The above represented type-approval mark was issued by France [e2] under number 6789 for a non-original silencer not integrating a catalytic converter (catalytic converter and silencer not integrated in a sole element or vehicle not equipped with a catalytic converter)

                                 The above represented type-approval mark was issued by France [e2] under number 6789 for the replacement catalytic converter not integrated in the exhaust system (catalytic converter and silencer not integrated in a sole element) (see Chapter 5).

                                 The above represented type-approval mark was issued by France [e2] under number 6789 for a non-original exhaust system consisting of a sole part (silencer) intended to be fitted on vehicles which are not type-approved according to Chapter 5.’

         (1)  As provided for in this Directive in the version applicable to the type-approval of that vehicle.

         (2)  As provided for in this Directive in the version applicable to the type-approval of that vehicle.

         (3)  Delete as appropriate.

         (4)  Delete as appropriate.

      ANNEX II
      AMENDMENTS TO DIRECTIVE 2002/24/EC
      Directive 2002/24/EC is amended as follows:

                  (a)

                  in Annex II, section 3.2.12 is replaced by the following:
                  ‘3.2.12.   Measures taken against air pollution
                  3.2.12.1.   Device for recycling crankcase gases, solely in the case of four-stroke engines (description and drawings):
                  3.2.12.2.   Additional anti-pollution devices (if any, and if not covered by another heading):
                  3.2.12.2.1.   Catalytic converter: yes/no (1)

                  3.2.12.2.1.1.   Number of catalytic converters and elements:
                  3.2.12.2.1.2.   Dimensions, shape and volume of the catalytic converter(s):
                  3.2.12.2.1.3.   Type of catalytic action:
                  3.2.12.2.1.4.   Total charge of precious metal:
                  3.2.12.2.1.5.   Relative concentration:
                  3.2.12.2.1.6.   Substrate (structure and material):
                  3.2.12.2.1.7.   Cell density:
                  3.2.12.2.1.8.   Type of casing for the catalytic converter(s):
                  3.2.12.2.1.9.   Location of the catalytic converter(s) (place and reference distance in the exhaust line):
                  3.2.12.2.2.   Oxygen sensor: yes/no (1)

                  3.2.12.2.2.1.   Type:
                  3.2.12.2.2.2.   Location:
                  3.2.12.2.2.3.   Control range:
                  3.2.12.2.3.   Air injection: yes/no (1)

                  3.2.12.2.3.1.   Type (pulse air, air pump etc.):
                  3.2.12.2.4.   Exhaust gas recirculation: yes/no (1)

                  3.2.12.2.4.1.   Characteristics (flow rate etc.):
                  3.2.12.2.5.   Other systems (description and operation):

                  (b)

                  Annex V is amended as follows:

                              (i)

                              in the list in section 1 of point 1 under the heading A, the text ‘CY for Cyprus’ and ‘MT for Malta’ is replaced by: ‘49 for Cyprus’ and ‘50 for Malta’.

                              (ii)

                              in the list in point 1.1 under the heading B, the text ‘CY for Cyprus’ and ‘MT for Malta’ is replaced by ‘49 for Cyprus’ and ‘50 for Malta’.

         (1)  Delete as appropriate.’


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Commission Directive 91/326/EEC of 5 March 1991 adapting to technical progress for the thirteenth time Council Directive 67/548/EEC on the approximation of laws, Regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances

Official Journal L 180 , 08/07/1991 P. 0079 - 0080 Finnish special edition: Chapter 15 Volume 10 P. 0122  Swedish special edition: Chapter 15 Volume 10 P. 0122

COMMISSION DIRECTIVE  of 5 March 1991  adapting to technical progress for the thirteenth time Council Directive 67/548/EEC on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and  labelling of dangerous substances  (91/326/EEC)THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,  Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community,  Having regard to Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (1), as last amended by Directive  79/631/EEC (2), and in particular Article 19 thereof,  Whereas Annex I to Directive 67/548/EEC contains a list of dangerous substances, together with particulars of the classification and labelling procedures in respect of each substance; whereas it is necessary to add to this list a number of substances  notified to the Commission in accordance with the Directive;  Whereas the provisions of this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee on the Adaptation to Technical Progress of the Directive for the Elimination of Technical Barriers to Trade in Dangerous Substances and Preparations,  HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:  Article 1  Directive 67/548/EEC is hereby amended as follows:  1. The following paragraph is added at the end of the section 'Numbering of entries in Annex I' of the foreword to Annex I:  'For dangerous substances notified under Article 6 of Directive 67/548/EEC, the EEC number used in Annex I is the same number as in the European list of notified substances (Elincs). This numbering is a seven-digit system of the type ×××.×××.× which  starts at 400.010.9.'  2. The substances listed in the Annex are added to Annex I.  Article 2  Not later than 1 July 1992, the Member States shall implement the laws, regulations and administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive. Member States shall immediately inform the Commission thereof.  When Member States adopt these provisions, these shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such reference at the time of their official publication. The procedure for such reference shall be adopted by Member States.  Article 3  This Directive is addressed to the Member States. Done at Brussels, 5 March 1991. For the Commission  Carlo RIPA DI MEANA  Member of the Commission   (1) OJ No 196, 16. 8. 1967, p. 1. (2) OJ No L 259, 15. 10. 1979, p. 10.    ANNEX  This Annex will be published in Official Journal of the European Communities No L 180 A.  (See the notice published on the inside back cover of this Official Journal.)


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Commission Directive 92/105/EEC of 3 December 1992 establishing a degree of standardization for plant passports to be used for the movement of certain plants, plant products or other objects within the Community, and establishing the detailed procedures related to the issuing of such plant passports and the conditions and detailed procedures for their replacement

Official Journal L 004 , 08/01/1993 P. 0022 - 0025 Finnish special edition: Chapter 3 Volume 47 P. 0181  Swedish special edition: Chapter 3 Volume 47 P. 0181

COMMISSION DIRECTIVE 92/105/EEC  of 3 December 1992  establishing a degree of standardization for plant passports to be used for the movement of certain plants, plant products or other objects within the Community, and establishing the detailed  procedures related to the issuing of such plant passports and the conditions and detailed procedures for their replacementTHE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,  Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community,  Having regard to Council Directive 77/93/EEC of 21 December 1976 on protective measures against the introduction into the Community of organisms harmful to plants or plant products and against their spread within the Community (1), as last amended by  Commission Directive 92/10/EEC (2), and in particular Article 2 (1) (f) second subparagraph, and Article 10 (4) thereof,  Whereas the application of the Community plant-health system to the Community as an area without internal frontiers will necessitate plant-health checks on potentially hazardous Community products before their movement within the Community; whereas the  most appropriate place for carrying out these checks is the place of production of producers listed in an official register;  Whereas, if the result of these checks is satisfactory, instead of the phytosanitary certificate used in international trade, a plant passport adapted to the type of product must be attached to the plants, to their packaging or to the vehicle  transporting them, to ensure its free movement throughout the Community or those parts thereof for which it is valid;  Whereas, in the case of plants, plant products or other objects originating outside the Community, which have successfully undergone the required plant-health checks on first introduction into the Community, a plant passport must also be attached for  the same purpose;  Whereas it is necessary to provide for a standardized layout for the different types of plants or plant products;  Whereas, however, during an initial phase a system making use of a simplified plant passport with a degree of standardization should be used in order to make it possible for plants, plant products or other objects to be moved, as from 1 January 1993;  whereas this system will be reconsidered on the basis of an assessment of the gained during the said phase;  Whereas, if one plant passport is to be replaced by another, a special mark must be defined for the replacement passport;  Whereas, with a view to ensuring that the movement of plants, plant products or other objects by Member States is properly monitored, it is necessary to establish more detailed and more uniform procedures for the issuing and replacement of plant  passports;  Whereas the measures provided for in this Directive are in accordance with the opinion of the Standing Committee on Plant Health,  HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:  Article 1  1. Member States shall ensure that the conditions laid down in paragraph 2 are met when a plant passport referred to in Article 2 (1) (f), first subparagraph, of Council Directive 77/93/EEC is prepared by their responsible official bodies for  use in accordance with the provisions of Articles 2 and 3 of this Directive.  2. The following conditions shall be met:  (a) the plant passport shall consist of an official label and an accompanying document containing the required information as laid down in the Annex hereto. The label shall not have previously been used and shall be of suitable material. The use of  official adhesive labels shall be authorized. The 'accompanying document' shall mean any document which is normally used for trade purposes. This document shall not be necessary if the required information as laid down in the Annex is set out on the  said label;  (b) the required information shall preferably be printed and shall be in at least one of the official languages of the Community;  (c) in the case of a plant passport for tubers of Solanum tuberosum L., intended for planting, it shall be the official label as specified in Council Directive 66/403/EEC (3). Compliance with the provisions governing the introduction of seed potatoes  into, and their movement within, a protected zone recognized in respect of harmful organisms relating to seed potatoes, shall be noted either on the label or on any other trade document.  3. Member States shall require that when the plant passport consists of the label and the accompanying document:  (a) the part of the plant passport consisting of the label shall provide at least the particulars required under items 1 to 5 of the Annex; and  (b) the part of the plant passport consisting of the accompanying document shall provide at least the particulars required under items 1 to 10 of the Annex.  4. Any particulars other than those listed in the Annex, of relevance for labelling purposes under Council Directives 91/682/EEC (4), 92/33/EEC (5) or 92/34/EEC (6) may also be provided on the said accompanying document, but shall be clearly separated  from the information specified in the Annex.  Article 2  1. Member States shall ensure that the conditions laid down in paragraph 2 are met when a plant passport is produced, printed and stored.  2. The plant passport shall be produced, printed and/or subsequently stored either by the responsible official bodies referred to in Article 1 (1) directly, or - under their control - by the producer referred to in Article 6 (4), third subparagraph, or  person referred to in Article 10 (3), second indent, or importer referred to in Article 12 (6), second subparagraph of Directive 77/93/EEC.  Article 3  1. Member States shall ensure that the conditions laid down in paragraph 2 are met when a plant passport is issued and attached to plants, plant products or other objects, to their packaging or to the vehicles transporting them.  The issuing includes the preparation of the passport, in particular the filling-in of the information, and the action necessary to make the plant passport available for use by the applicant.  2. For the purpose of paragraph 1, the responsible official bodies referred to in Article 1 (1) shall, without prejudice to the requirements laid down in Directive 77/93/EEC:  (a) ensure that the producer, person or importer referred to in Article 2 (2) applies to them for the issuance of a plant passport, or for the replacement of a plant passport;  (b) determine, where appropriate, on the basis of examinations provided for in Article 6 (1) (2) and (3) of Directive 77/93/EEC and carried out in accordance with Article 6 (4) or on the basis of the requirements laid down in Article 10 (3) or 12 (6) of  the said Directive, the restrictions applicable to the plants, plant products or other objects, and accordingly the territorial validity of the plant passport, or determine the replacement of the said plant passport, as well as the information to be  filled in.  If the producer, person or importer referred to in Article 2 (2) intends to dispatch a plant, plant product or other object into a protected zone referred to in Article 2 (1) (h) of the said Directive for which he does not have a valid plant passport,  the said responsible official bodies shall take the necessary steps and determine accordingly whether the product is qualified for the relevant protected zone. The said responsible official bodies shall ensure that the producer, person or importer  referred to in Article 2 (2) shall notify the abovementioned intention to them within a reasonable period of time prior to dispatch and shall apply simultaneously for the corresponding plant passport;  (c) ensure that the information is filled in, either entirely in capital letters if the plant passport is pre-printed, or in capital letters or entirely in typescript in all other cases. The botanical name of the plants or plant products shall be  indicated in Latin characters; uncertified alterations or erasures shall invalidate the said plant passport;  (d) ensure that if a plant, plant product or other object has received the qualification by them for a specific protected zone(s), the code for the protected zone(s) shall be indicated on the plant passport, against the distinctive marking 'ZP' (zona  protecta) indicating that the said plant passport covers a plant, plant product or other object qualified for a protected zone(s);  (e) ensure that if a plant passport is to be delivered for a plant, plant product or other object originating outside the Community, the plant passport shall be used, with the indication of the name of the country of origin or, where appropriate, the  consignor country on the said plant passport;  (f) ensure that if a plant passport is to be replaced by another plant passport, the plant passport referred to in Article 1 (1) shall be used; the code for the originally registered producer or importer shall be indicated on the said plant passport,  against the distinctive marking 'RP' ('replacement passport') indicating that the said plant passport replaces another plant passport;  (g) depending on where the said plant passport is physically stored, either deliver the said plant passport, or authorize the producer, person or importer referred to in Article 2 (2) to use it accordingly;  (h) ensure that the part of the said plant passport consisting of the label be attached under the responsibility of the producer, person or importer referred to in Article 2 (2), to the plants, plant products or other objects, to their packaging or to  the vehicles transporting them in such a manner that it cannot be reused.  Article 4  The system whereby the plant passport referred to in Article 1 (1) is used shall be reconsidered not later than 30 June 1994.  The use of the plant passport referred to in Article 1 (2) (c) shall apply for a period expiring on 30 June 1993.  Article 5  1. Member States shall bring into force the laws, regulations or administrative provisions necessary to comply with this Directive on the date referred to in Article 3 (1) of Council Directive 91/683/EEC (7). They shall forthwith inform the  Commission thereof.  2. When Member States adopt these measures, these shall contain a reference to this Directive or shall be accompanied by such reference at the time of their official publication. The procedure for such reference shall be adopted by Member States.  3. Member States shall immediately communicate to the Commission all provisions of domestic law which they adopt in the field governed by this Directive. The Commission shall inform the other Member States thereof.  Article 6  This Directive is addressed to the Member States. Done at Brussels, 3 December 1992. For the Commission  Ray MAC SHARRY  Member of the Commission   (1) OJ No L 26, 31. 1. 1977, p. 20. (2) OJ No L 70, 17. 3. 1992, p. 27. (3) OJ No 125, 11. 7. 1966, p. 2320/66. (4) OJ No L 376, 31. 12. 1991, p. 21. (5) OJ No L 157, 10. 6. 1992, p. 1. (6) OJ No L 157, 10. 6. 1992, p. 10. (7) OJ No L 376, 31.  12. 1991, p. 29.    ANNEX  REQUIRED INFORMATION  1. 'EEC-plant passport'.  2. Indication of EC Member State code.  3. Indication of responsible official body or its distinguishing code.  4. Registration number.  5. Individual serial, or week or batch number.  6. Botanical name.  7. Quantity.  8. The distinctive marking 'ZP' for the territorial validity of the passport and, where appropriate, the name of the protected zone(s) for which the product is qualified.  9. The distinctive marking 'RP' in case of replacement of a plant passport and, where appropriate, the code for the originally registered producer or importer.  10. Where appropriate, the name of the country of origin or consignor country, for third country products.


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Council Directive 92/92/EEC of 9 November 1992 amending Directive 86/465/EEC concerning the Community list of less-favoured farming areas within the meaning of Directive 75/268/EEC (Federal Republic of Germany) 'New Länder'

Official Journal L 338 , 23/11/1992 P. 0001 - 0039

COUNCIL DIRECTIVE 92/92/EEC of 9 November 1992  amending Directive 86/465/EEC concerning the Community list of less-favoured farming areas within  the meaning of Directive 75/268/EEC (Federal Republic of Germany) 'New Laender`THE  COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES, Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Economic Community, Having regard to Council Directive 75/268/EEC of 28 April 1975 on mountain and hill farming and  farming in certain less-favoured areas (1), and in particular Article 2 (2) thereof, Having regard to the proposal from the Commission (2), Having regard to the opinion of the European Parliament (3), Whereas Directive 86/465/EEC (4) indicates what areas of the Federal Republic of Germany are  included in the Community list of less-favoured areas within the meaning of Article 3 (3), (4) and  (5) of Directive 75/268/EEC; Whereas the German Government has submitted a request to the Commission, in accordance with Article  2 (1) of Directive 75/268/EEC, that the Community list of areas annexed to Directive 86/465/EEC be  amended; Whereas the German Government has, pursuant to Article 2 (1) of Directive 75/268/EEC, notified the  Commission of the areas considered eligible for inclusion in the Community list of less-favoured  farming areas, together with the relevant information on their characteristics; Whereas the criteria adopted are the existence of very difficult climatic conditions, as mentioned  at the first indent in Article 3 (3) of Directive 75/268/EEC, and a minimum altitude of 800 metres  (central point of district or average altitude of commune); Whereas, where there is a combination of poor climate and steep slopes, as mentioned at the third  indent in Article 3 (3) of Directives 75/268/EEC, the criteria used are a minimum altitude of 600  metres and slope of at least 18 %; Whereas areas with infertile land and economic results from farming appreciably lower than the  mean, as mentioned at (a) and (b) in Article 3 (4) of Directive 85/268/EEC, have been delimited  using a composite criterion, namely the agricultural comparability index (Landwirtschaftliche  Vergleichszahl, LVZ); whereas, in the case of cantons (Kreise) considered to qualify in part, the  index values submitted are the average for the communes of the Kreis considered to qualify,  weighted in proportion to their sizes; Whereas the maximum average index value for each area as indicated above has been set at 28 for  less-favoured farming areas, i.e. 70 % of the national average value (40); whereas, however, this  average value has been set at 32,5 for less-favoured farming areas where permanent meadow and  pasture makes up more than 80 % of the utilized agricultural area (UAA) and at 32,5 per commune in  Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania where 20 % or more of the active population, a rate more than five  times higher than the national average, is still engaged in agriculture. Whereas, as regards low population density as mentioned at (c) in Article 3 (4) of Directive  75/268/EEC, the index value adopted is for the relatively high level of 130 inhabitants per sq km;  whereas the population density in each Kreis was worked out from figures for 1989; whereas,  however, since then a reduction of population and inter-regional movement have been observed in the  new Laender; Whereas, for delimitation of areas affected by specific handicaps that can be treated as  less-favoured areas, as mentioned in Article 3 (5) of Directive 75/268/EEC, the criterion adopted  is the existence of both unfavourable natural production condition (LVZ generally below 25) and  coast or landscape protection constraints; whereas the total extent of these areas is not more than  4 % of the areas of the Member State concerned; Wheras the nature and level of the abovementioned critera used by the German Government to delimit  two types of area notified to the Commission correspond respectively to the characteristice of  mountain and less-favoured areas as indicated in Article 3 (3) and (4) of Directive 75/268/EEC, HAS ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE: Article 1The list of less-favoured areas of Germany annexed to Directive  86/465/EEC is hereby supplemented by the list of less-favoured areas in the new Laender annexed  hereto. Article 2This Directive is addressed to the Federal Republic of Germany. Done at Brussels, 9 November 1992. For the CouncilThe PresidentD. HURD(1) OJ N° L 128, 19. 5. 1975, p. 1.  Directive as last amended by Regulation (EEC) No 797/85 (OJ N° L 93, 30. 3. 1985, p. 1). (2) OJ N° C 251, 28. 9. 1992, p. 1. (3) Opinion delivered on 30 October 1992 (not yet published in the Official Journal). (4) OJ N° L 273, 24. 9. 1986, p 1. Last amended by Commission Decision 91/26/EEC (OJ N° L 16, 22.  1. 1991, p. 27).  ANNEX LESS-FAVOURED AREAS WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 3 (3) OF DIRECTIVE 75/268/EEC: >TABLE>LESS-FAVOURED AREAS WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 3 (4) OF DIRECTIVE 75/268/EEC: >TABLE>>TABLE>>TABLE>>TABLE>>TABLE>>TABLE  POSITION>LESS-FAVOURED AREAS WITHIN THE MEANING OF ARTICLE 3 (5) OF DIRECTIVE 75/268/EEC: >TABLE>