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Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and…
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Export licences, Import licences Other
In accordance with Section 39(1) of the Native…
In accordance with Section 39(1) of the Native Terrestrial Biodiversity of the National Parks Act 2015.

QR No. 4: Import and export are limited through a system of permits for endangered plant and animal species

Administered by National Parks & Conservation Service under the aegis of the Ministry of Agro-Industry & Food Security.
Permits from the Director of National Parks and Conservation Services are needed for Import and Export in accordance with Section 39(1) of the Native Terrestrial Biodiversity of the National Parks Act 2015.
Environment related objective
To protect endemic plant varieties and endangered species

Grounds for restriction: CITES Convention
Measure description Coverage of the measure
In accordance with Section 39(1) of the Native Terrestrial Biodiversity of the National Parks Act 2015.

QR No. 4: Import and export are limited through a system of permits for endangered plant and animal species

Administered by National Parks & Conservation Service under the aegis of the Ministry of Agro-Industry & Food Security.
Permits from the Director of National Parks and Conservation Services are needed for Import and Export in accordance with Section 39(1) of the Native Terrestrial Biodiversity of the National Parks Act 2015.
Endemic plant varieties and endangered species
Type of measure
NAL-I: Non-automatic licensing for importation; NAL-X: Non-automatic licensing for exportation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Conservation
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Ban/Prohibition Manufacturing
Regulations: Consumer Protection QR No. 5:…
Regulations: Consumer Protection

QR No. 5: Prohibition to import of appliances containing Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) since 2013
Environment related objective
To protect the environment and to comply with obligations under the Montreal Protocol.

Grounds for restriction: Commitment to Montreal Protocol.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Regulations: Consumer Protection

QR No. 5: Prohibition to import of appliances containing Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) since 2013
The following items containing Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) as refrigerant or blowing agent Refrigerators, freezers, refrigerating cabinets, showcases, counters and other refrigerating or freezing furnitures, chilling units, coolers, air conditioners (including motor vehicle air conditioners), automatic beverage-vending machines, incorporating refrigerating devices, cold-room equipment, refrigerated transport vehicles, refrigerator insulation, freezer insulation, foam packings, dehumidifiers, fishing boat refrigeration equipment, and styrofoam
Type of measure
P: Prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
MEAs
Ozone
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Import licences, Import quotas Manufacturing
Administrative decision QR No. 6:…
Administrative decision

QR No. 6: Administrative control on the import and export of Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) since 2013
Environment related objective
To protect the environment and to comply with obligations under the Montreal Protocol.

Grounds for restriction: Commitment to Montreal Protocol.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Administrative decision

QR No. 6: Administrative control on the import and export of Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) since 2013
HCFCs refrigerants are administratively controlled through a quota system. Importers are required to seek a clearance from the Ministry of Environment, SD&DBM (Focal Point for Montreal Protocol). An import permit, under the Dangerous Chemicals Control Act, is granted once clearance is secured.
Type of measure
GQC: Global quota allocated by country
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
MEAs
Ozone
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Ban/Prohibition Chemicals
Administrative decision QR No. 7:…
Administrative decision

QR No. 7: Administrative ban on halons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chloroform and methyl bromide
Environment related objective
To protect the ozone layer and to comply with obligations under the Montreal Protocol.

Grounds for restriction: Commitment to Montreal Protocol.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Administrative decision

QR No. 7: Administrative ban on halons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chloroform and methyl bromide
There is an administrative ban on halons, carbon tetrachloride, methyl chloroform. Methyl bromide is also banned, except for certain critical uses during preshipment and quarantine.
Type of measure
CP: Prohibition except under defined conditions
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
MEAs
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017 Waste management and recycling Ban/Prohibition Manufacturing
Regulations: Environment Protection (Banning of…
Regulations: Environment Protection (Banning of Plastic Bags) Regulations 2015

QR No. 8: Ban on import of plastic bags, including non-woven polypropylene bags
Environment related objective
Protect the environment against plastic bags

WTO Justification: Article XX(b) of GATT-General Exceptions - Necessary to protect human, animal or plant life or health
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Regulations: Environment Protection (Banning of Plastic Bags) Regulations 2015

QR No. 8: Ban on import of plastic bags, including non-woven polypropylene bags
The import, manufacture, sale or supply of a plastic bag, with or without handles or gussets, and irrespective of their size or type is banned, and includes a non-woven polypropylene bag. The regulations specifically target plastic bags designed to carry goods purchased at a point of sale such as a wholesale or retail outlet, a market, a fair and a hawker.
However, the import or manufacture of biodegradable and compostable plastic bags has to be in conformity with standards prescribed in the Third Schedule of the Regulations
Type of measure
P: Prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Environment
Plastic
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/MUS/3 Mauritius 2017
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance
 Ban/Prohibition Chemicals
Regulations: The Dangerous Chemicals Control Act…
Regulations: The Dangerous Chemicals Control Act 2004

QR No. 9: The 12 POPs of the Stockholm Convention are prohibited.
Environment related objective
To protect the environment by prohibiting 12 POPs of the Stockholm Convention.

Grounds for restriction: Commitment to the Stockholm Convention
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Regulations: The Dangerous Chemicals Control Act 2004

QR No. 9: The 12 POPs of the Stockholm Convention are prohibited.
Dioxins, Furans and PCBs for the Industrial Chemicals;
Aldrin, Chlordane, DDT, Dieldrin, Endrin, Heptachlor, HCB, Mirex and Toxaphene for the Agricultural Chemicals
Type of measure
P: Prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Environment
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/SGP/3 Singapore 2017 Biodiversity and ecosystem Ban/Prohibition Other
Fisheries Act, 1966 QR No. 1: Prohibition on…
Fisheries Act, 1966

QR No. 1: Prohibition on the import of Piranhas

The Fisheries Act is an Act for the protection and conservation of fisheries, and to make provision for the control of fishing, the control of the marketing and distribution of fish and the use and control of fishing ports and harbours, for measures pertaining to the general welfare and improvement of the fishing industry in Singapore and for purposes incidental thereto. Administered by Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA)
Environment related objective
To prevent the invasion of Piranhas

WTO Justification: Article XX(b) of the GATT
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Fisheries Act, 1966

QR No. 1: Prohibition on the import of Piranhas

The Fisheries Act is an Act for the protection and conservation of fisheries, and to make provision for the control of fishing, the control of the marketing and distribution of fish and the use and control of fishing ports and harbours, for measures pertaining to the general welfare and improvement of the fishing industry in Singapore and for purposes incidental thereto. Administered by Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA)
Piranhas
Type of measure
P: Prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Conservation
Fish
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/SGP/3 Singapore 2017 Environmental protection from pests and diseases Export licences, Import licences Agriculture
Control of Plants Act, 1993 QR No. 2: Non…
Control of Plants Act, 1993

QR No. 2: Non-automatic license for the import and export of specific plants, plant products and other materials (insects, micro-organisms and soil)

The Control of Plants Act is an Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the cultivation, import, transhipment and export of plants and plant products, the protection of plants and plant products against pests and diseases, the control of the introduction of pests into Singapore, the use of pesticides, the measures pertaining to the development and improvement of the plant industry in Singapore and for purposes connected therewith. Administered by AVA
Environment related objective
To protect the plants against pests and diseases.

WTO Justification: Article XX(b) of the GATT
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Control of Plants Act, 1993

QR No. 2: Non-automatic license for the import and export of specific plants, plant products and other materials (insects, micro-organisms and soil)

The Control of Plants Act is an Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the cultivation, import, transhipment and export of plants and plant products, the protection of plants and plant products against pests and diseases, the control of the introduction of pests into Singapore, the use of pesticides, the measures pertaining to the development and improvement of the plant industry in Singapore and for purposes connected therewith. Administered by AVA
Specific plants, plant products and other materials.
Type of measure
NAL: Non-automatic licensing; NAL-X: Non-automatic licensing for exportation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Environment
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/SGP/3 Singapore 2017
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and…
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Export licences, Import licences Other
Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act, 2006 …
Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act, 2006

QR No. 3: Non-automatic licence on the import and export of endangered animal and plant species (CITES specimens and products)

The Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act is an Act to give effect to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora by controlling the importation, exportation, re-exportation and introduction from the sea of certain animals and plants, and parts and derivatives of such animals and plants, and for matters connected therewith. Administered by AVA
Environment related objective
To protect endangered animal and plant species.

WTO Justification: Article XX(b) of the GATT

Grounds for restriction: Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act, 2006

QR No. 3: Non-automatic licence on the import and export of endangered animal and plant species (CITES specimens and products)

The Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act is an Act to give effect to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora by controlling the importation, exportation, re-exportation and introduction from the sea of certain animals and plants, and parts and derivatives of such animals and plants, and for matters connected therewith. Administered by AVA
“Plant” means any member of the Plant Kingdom, whether live or dead, and any readily recognisable part or derivative of a plant, “animal” means any member of the Animal Kingdom, and includes any readily recognisable part or derivative of an animal.
Type of measure
NAL: Non-automatic licensing; NAL-X: Non-automatic licensing for exportation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Quantitative Restrictions G/MA/QR/N/SGP/3 Singapore 2017 Environmental protection from pests and diseases Export licences, Import licences Other
Animals and Birds Act, 1965 Feeding Stuffs Act,…
Animals and Birds Act, 1965
Feeding Stuffs Act, 1966

QR No. 4: Non-automatic license for the import and export of animals and animal products (including ornamental fish and livestock), animal products, eggs, veterinary biologics and vaccines, animal feed

The Animals and Birds Act is an Act for preventing the introduction into, and the spreading within, Singapore of diseases of animals, birds or fish; for the control of the movement of animals, birds or fish into, within and from Singapore; for the prevention of cruelty to animals, birds or fish; for measures pertaining to the general welfare and improvement of animals, birds or fish in Singapore and for purposes incidental thereto. Administered by AVA
Environment related objective
To protect the environment against the spread of diseases of animals, birds and fish.

WTO Justification: Article XX(b) of the GATT
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Animals and Birds Act, 1965
Feeding Stuffs Act, 1966

QR No. 4: Non-automatic license for the import and export of animals and animal products (including ornamental fish and livestock), animal products, eggs, veterinary biologics and vaccines, animal feed

The Animals and Birds Act is an Act for preventing the introduction into, and the spreading within, Singapore of diseases of animals, birds or fish; for the control of the movement of animals, birds or fish into, within and from Singapore; for the prevention of cruelty to animals, birds or fish; for measures pertaining to the general welfare and improvement of animals, birds or fish in Singapore and for purposes incidental thereto. Administered by AVA
“Animal” means any mammal (other than man) or fish and includes any other living creature that is prescribed as an animal for the purposes of this Act or that falls within a class of animals that is prescribed for those purposes
Type of measure
NAL: Non-automatic licensing; NAL-X: Non-automatic licensing for exportation
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Information for the following biennial period (e.g. 2012-2014): 2016 and relates to restrictions in force as of 31/12/2016.
Keywords
Fish
Wildlife