New Customs Inspection Rules Rolled Out for Import/Export of Hazardous Chemicals

Pursuant to an announcement made by the General Administration of Customs on 18 December 2020 (GAC Announcement No. 129 [2020]), imports and exports of hazardous chemicals listed in the Catalogue of Hazardous Chemicals (Latest Edition) are now subject to inspection:

• When applying for import declaration, the consignee of hazardous chemicals or its agent must submit information on the hazard category identification, packaging category (except for bulk products), UN code, etc.

• When applying for export declaration, the consignor of hazardous chemicals or its agent must submit a manufacturer’s declaration of conformity for exporting hazardous chemicals, hazard category identification report and other information.

The measures took effect on 10 January.

Source: General Administration of Customs