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Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/40 Philippines 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Ban/Prohibition, Export licences, Import licences Chemicals, Manufacturing
Revised Regulations on Chemical Control Order for…
Revised Regulations on Chemical Control Order for Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) - DAO 2013-25: The revised regulations on the CCO have implications on the different sectors that use ODS, particularly those that use HCFCs, among others.
Environment related objective
Restrict or prohibit the importation, manufacture, processing, sale, distribution, use and disposal of chemical substances and mixtures that present unreasonable risk and/or injury to health and the environment. To comply with Montreal Protocol.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Revised Regulations on Chemical Control Order for Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) - DAO 2013-25: The revised regulations on the CCO have implications on the different sectors that use ODS, particularly those that use HCFCs, among others.
Importation, manufacture, processing, sale, distribution of ozone depleting substances.
Type of measure
Prohibition; Import and export requirements
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 15 January 2014
Keywords
Hazardous
MEAs
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/41 Philippines 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance, Waste management and recycling
 Ban/Prohibition, Import licences Chemicals, Manufacturing, Other
Revised Procedures and Standards for the…
Revised Procedures and Standards for the Management of Hazardous Waste s DENR Administrative Order (DAO) 2013-22: it is the policy of the State to regulate, restrict or prohibit the importation, manufacture, processing, sale, distribution, use and disposal of chemical substances and mixtures that present unreasonable risk and/or injury to health and the environment. To prohibit the entry of hazardous and nuclear wastes
Environment related objective
To monitor the generation, transport, treatment storage, and disposal of hazardous wastes, in order to avoid environmental contamination. Pursue obligations under MEAs.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Revised Procedures and Standards for the Management of Hazardous Waste s DENR Administrative Order (DAO) 2013-22: it is the policy of the State to regulate, restrict or prohibit the importation, manufacture, processing, sale, distribution, use and disposal of chemical substances and mixtures that present unreasonable risk and/or injury to health and the environment. To prohibit the entry of hazardous and nuclear wastes
Importation, manufacture, processing, sale, use and disposal of chemical substances. Hazardous and nuclear wastes
Type of measure
Prohibition; import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
8101.97.00
8102.97.00
26.19.00.00
26.21
2710.20.00
2710.91.00
38.25
39.15
40.04
40.17
6
71.12
72.04
74.04
75.03
76.02
80.02
8101.97.00
8102.97.00
8103.30.00
8104.20.00
8105.30.00
8106.00.00
8107.30.00
8108.30.00
8109.30.00
8110.20.00
8111.00.10
8112.13.00
8112.22.00
8112.52.00
8112.92.00
85.48
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 01 January 2014
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
MEAs
Waste
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/42 Philippines 2020 Sustainable forestry management Import licences Forestry, Manufacturing
Revised Regulations Governing the Entry and…
Revised Regulations Governing the Entry and Disposition of Imported Logs, Lumber, Veneer, Plywood, Other Wood Based Panels, Poles and Piles, Pulpwood and Wood Chips - DENR Administrative Order No. 1999-46. DAO No. 2003-24 provides for the basic policy, scope and general provisions of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import, the documents required as well as the issuing authorities for the license.
Environment related objective
To sustainably manage the country’s forest resources
and to rationalize the development of the wood-based industries
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Revised Regulations Governing the Entry and Disposition of Imported Logs, Lumber, Veneer, Plywood, Other Wood Based Panels, Poles and Piles, Pulpwood and Wood Chips - DENR Administrative Order No. 1999-46. DAO No. 2003-24 provides for the basic policy, scope and general provisions of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import, the documents required as well as the issuing authorities for the license.
Imported Logs, Lumber, Veneer, Plywood, Other Wood Based Panels, Poles and Piles, Pulpwood and Wood Chips
Type of measure
Import license
 ICS - HS Code
4403.00.00
4407.00.00
4408.00.00
4412.00.00
4410.00.00
4411.00.00
4404.00.00
4401.00.00
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 04 December 1999
Keywords
Forest
Sustainable
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/45 Philippines 2020 Air pollution reduction Ban/Prohibition Manufacturing, Other
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy…
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy and Directions for the Motor Vehicle Development Program (MVDP) and its Implementing Guidelines - Executive Order No. 156 series of 2002. To ban importation of all types of used motor vehicles and parts and components, except those that may be allowed under certain conditions.
Environment related objective
To promote and protect the environment including its air sheds against pollution from mobile sources.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy and Directions for the Motor Vehicle Development Program (MVDP) and its Implementing Guidelines - Executive Order No. 156 series of 2002. To ban importation of all types of used motor vehicles and parts and components, except those that may be allowed under certain conditions.
Motor vehicles
Type of measure
Prohibition
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 17 January 2004
Keywords
Environment
Pollution
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/59 Philippines 2020 Energy conservation and efficiency
Import licences, Technical regulation or…
Import licences, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing
Mandatory Philippine National Standard for…
Mandatory Philippine National Standard for fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, high intensity discharge lamps, ballasts and luminaires - DTI-DOE Joint Administrative Order (JAO) 09-03:2009 – (...) are presently engaged in the development and implementation of product certification programs aimed at promoting the use of energy efficient household appliances and lighting products in the country.
Environment related objective
To promote the use of energy efficient household appliances and lighting products.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Mandatory Philippine National Standard for fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, high intensity discharge lamps, ballasts and luminaires - DTI-DOE Joint Administrative Order (JAO) 09-03:2009 – (...) are presently engaged in the development and implementation of product certification programs aimed at promoting the use of energy efficient household appliances and lighting products in the country.
Fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, high intensity discharge lamps, ballasts and luminaires. Applies to all manufacturers, importers, distributors, dealers, agents and retailers of said product shall comply with the requirements of these standards.
Type of measure
Import licence; Labelling, certificate, performance requirements.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 20 October 2009
Keywords
Energy
Environment
Labelling
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/85 Philippines 2020 Air pollution reduction Conformity assessment procedures Manufacturing, Services
Guidelines for the Mandatory Accreditation of…
Guidelines for the Mandatory Accreditation of Rebuilding Center - Department Administrative Order No. 08, S. 2003 - all establishments which conduct or provide rebuilding services for trucks.
Environment related objective
To ensure that Rebuilding Centers are technically capable of rebuilding roadworthy and environmentally compliant motor vehicles.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Guidelines for the Mandatory Accreditation of Rebuilding Center - Department Administrative Order No. 08, S. 2003 - all establishments which conduct or provide rebuilding services for trucks.
Truck falling under any of the following categories: M3, N1, N2, or N3 of PNS:1891:2000, must be accredited first by the DNTI before they can legally engage in the business of truck rebuilding. HS Chapter 87.
Type of measure
Guidelines for accreditation
 ICS - HS Code
87
87.06
87.08
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 01 January 2004
Keywords
Emissions
Environment
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/86 Philippines 2020
Air pollution reduction, Waste management and…
Air pollution reduction, Waste management and recycling
Conformity assessment procedures, Technical…
Conformity assessment procedures, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing, Other, Services
Compliance with Emission Standards For The…
Compliance with Emission Standards For The Implementation Of Used Motor Vehicles And Parts And Components Under Philippine Clean Air Act Of 1999 - Department Administrative Order No. 18-04, S. 2018: for the importation of completely built-up (CBU) used motor vehicles, the Certificate of Authority (CAI) to import shall be issued only upon submission of a certification that the units are compliant with Euro 4 emission standards.
Environment related objective
To comply with the Euro 4 emission standards, to reduce emissions
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Compliance with Emission Standards For The Implementation Of Used Motor Vehicles And Parts And Components Under Philippine Clean Air Act Of 1999 - Department Administrative Order No. 18-04, S. 2018: for the importation of completely built-up (CBU) used motor vehicles, the Certificate of Authority (CAI) to import shall be issued only upon submission of a certification that the units are compliant with Euro 4 emission standards.
Used motor vehicles; truck rebuilding centers.
Type of measure
Certification of compliance
 ICS - HS Code
87
87.02
87.05
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 20 June 2018
Keywords
Clean
Emissions
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/87 Philippines 2020 Air pollution reduction
Import licences, Technical regulation or…
Import licences, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy…
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy and Directions for the Motor Vehicle Development Program and its Implementing Guidelines - Executive Order No. 156, Series of 2002
Environment related objective
To ensure the safety of the end-users and protect the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
Providing for a Comprehensive Industrial Policy and Directions for the Motor Vehicle Development Program and its Implementing Guidelines - Executive Order No. 156, Series of 2002
Program shall cover the manufacture and assembly of the following motor vehicles: passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles.
Type of measure
Certificate of Registration, technical licensing.
 ICS - HS Code
87
87.02
87.08
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 17 December 2002
Keywords
Emissions
Environment
Pollution
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/89 Philippines 2020 Air pollution reduction
Import licences, Technical regulation or…
Import licences, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing
The Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Development…
The Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Development Program - Executive Order No. 877-A
Environment related objective
To ensure the safety of the end-users and protect the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
The Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Development Program - Executive Order No. 877-A
Program shall cover the manufacture and assembly of the following motor vehicles: passenger cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, other vehicles assemblies
Type of measure
Certificate of Registration; Technical Licensing Agreement
 ICS - HS Code
87
87.02
87.08
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 18 June 2010
Keywords
Emissions
Environment
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/2/PHL/116 Philippines 2020
Biodiversity and ecosystem, MEAs implementation…
Biodiversity and ecosystem, MEAs implementation and compliance, Natural resources conservation, Sustainable fisheries management
 Import licences, Other environmental requirements Fisheries
An Act to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate Illegal,…
An Act to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing , Amending Republic Act No. 8550, Otherwise Known as "The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998," and for Other Purposes - Republic Act No. 10654. While this law retained the relevant provisions of RA8550 (Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998), it provided provisions relating to IUUF. The Philippines shall pursue its commitment to international conventions and cooperate with other states and international bodies, in order to conserve and manage threatened , aquatic species, straddling and highly migratory fish stocks and other living marine resources;
Environment related objective
To ensure the rational and sustainable development, management and conservation of the fishery and aquatic resources in Philippine waters. CITES, IUCN
Measure description Coverage of the measure
An Act to Prevent, Deter and Eliminate Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated Fishing , Amending Republic Act No. 8550, Otherwise Known as "The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998," and for Other Purposes - Republic Act No. 10654. While this law retained the relevant provisions of RA8550 (Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998), it provided provisions relating to IUUF. The Philippines shall pursue its commitment to international conventions and cooperate with other states and international bodies, in order to conserve and manage threatened , aquatic species, straddling and highly migratory fish stocks and other living marine resources;
All related fishing activities and equipment
Type of measure
Licenses; permits
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Date of entry into force: 27 February 2015
Keywords
Fish
MEAs
Sustainable