conversion factor - an arithmetical multiplier for converting a quantity expressed in one set of units into an equivalent quantity expressed in another
1. The conversion factors used to determine at what level the intervention measures referred to in Article 16 (1) of Regulation (EEC) No 3796/81 may be initiated for the different species and forms of presentation of squid are set out in the Annex. 2. The conversion factors shall also be applied when fixing the reference prices referred to in Article 21 of Regulation (EEC) No 3796/81.
2. For the purposes of determining the agricultural component in the case of trade in the framework of preferential agreements with countries that satisfy the requirements of Community legislation for processed agricultural products:
(a) the quantities of agricultural products used, as determined in accordance with Article 13 (2), may be replaced by the quantities actually used in the manufacture of the imported goods if the Community has concluded a customs cooperation agreement covering the establishment of such quantities; in this case, conversion coefficients may be established taking account of the parties' respective definitions of these basic products to make them directly comparable ...
