Harmonization (2) If lack of international harmonization / recognition: standards may impedes trade If lack of international harmonization / recognition: standards may impedes trade Design of products for a given market, difficult to export is standards differ Design of products for a given market, difficult to export is standards differ Conformity assessment may be a large barrier to trade (administrative costs, delays, etc.) Conformity assessment may be a large barrier to trade (administrative costs, delays, etc.) Particularly a problem for some developing countries lacking skilled labor and capital Particularly a problem for some developing countries lacking skilled labor and capital Particularly a problem for small enterprises Particularly a problem for small enterprises
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