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Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/PHL/13 Philippines 2020 Natural resources conservation Import licences Forestry
5.1 Wood materials - Department of Environment…
5.1 Wood materials - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: DENR Administrative Order No. 1999-46 (DAO 1999-46) provides for the basic policy, scope and general provision of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import wood materials, the documents required as well as the issuing authorities for the import authority. This policy is issued in order to provide a mechanism to effectively monitor the importation of wood materials (...) - DENR to be the primary government agency responsible for the conservation, management, development and proper use of the country’s environment and natural resources, specifically forest and grazing lands, mineral resources, including those in reservation and watershed areas, and lands of the public domain, as well as the licensing and regulation of all natural resources as may be provided for by law in order to ensure equitable sharing of benefits derived therefrom for the welfare of the present and future generations of Filipinos.
Environment related objective
To import wood materials, as a stop-gap measure, until such time that local supply from plantation forest can adequately meet the local needs towards economic growth, and to augment indigenous sources in order to utilize existing wood processing plant capacities.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
5.1 Wood materials - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: DENR Administrative Order No. 1999-46 (DAO 1999-46) provides for the basic policy, scope and general provision of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import wood materials, the documents required as well as the issuing authorities for the import authority. This policy is issued in order to provide a mechanism to effectively monitor the importation of wood materials (...) - DENR to be the primary government agency responsible for the conservation, management, development and proper use of the country’s environment and natural resources, specifically forest and grazing lands, mineral resources, including those in reservation and watershed areas, and lands of the public domain, as well as the licensing and regulation of all natural resources as may be provided for by law in order to ensure equitable sharing of benefits derived therefrom for the welfare of the present and future generations of Filipinos.
Logs, Lumber, Veneer, Plywood, Other wood-based panels, Poles and piles, Pulpwood, Wood chips. Applies to products coming from all countries.
Type of measure
Timber License Agreement (TLA), Industrial Forest Management Agreement (IFMA), Wood Processing Plant Permit (WPP) or Certificate of Registration (CR)
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Conservation
Environment
Forest
Indigenous
Natural resources
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/PHL/13 Philippines 2020 Sustainable forestry management Import licences Forestry
5.2 Chainsaws - Department of Environment and…
5.2 Chainsaws - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 (DAO 2003-24) provides for the basic policy, scope and general provisions of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import chainsaws, the documents required to import chainsaws, as well as the issuing authority for the chainsaw import permit.
Environment related objective
To regulate the purchase, ownership, possession, sale, transfer, importation and/use of chainsaws to prevent them from being used in illegal loggings or unauthorized clearing of forests.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
5.2 Chainsaws - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: DENR Administrative Order No. 2003-24 (DAO 2003-24) provides for the basic policy, scope and general provisions of the regulations that include the persons authorized to import chainsaws, the documents required to import chainsaws, as well as the issuing authority for the chainsaw import permit.
A permit is required to purchase or import chainsaws in the Philippines; applies to products coming from all countries.
Type of measure
Import permit
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Conservation
Forest
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/PHL/13 Philippines 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance, Waste management and recycling
Import licences, Regulation affecting movement or…
Import licences, Regulation affecting movement or transit
 Other
5.3 Recyclable materials containing hazardous…
5.3 Recyclable materials containing hazardous substances - Department of Environment and Natural Resources:Importation clearance is required for the importation of recyclable materials containing hazardous substances to prevent the entry, and/or transit, as well as keeping for storage and disposal of hazardous waste into the country to protect the environment. This is also to support the recycling industry in the Philippines. The importation clearance is issued to registered importer in the DENR through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB).
Environment related objective
To prevent the entry, and/or transit, as well as keeping for storage and disposal of hazardous waste into the country to protect the environment. To implement the provision of the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their Disposal.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
5.3 Recyclable materials containing hazardous substances - Department of Environment and Natural Resources:Importation clearance is required for the importation of recyclable materials containing hazardous substances to prevent the entry, and/or transit, as well as keeping for storage and disposal of hazardous waste into the country to protect the environment. This is also to support the recycling industry in the Philippines. The importation clearance is issued to registered importer in the DENR through its Environmental Management Bureau (EMB).
Permits are required for scrap metals, solid plastic materials (waste parings and scrap of plastics, polymerized or co-polymerized, resins of condensation products), electronic assemblies and scrap, used oil, fly ash. Applies to recyclable materials containing hazardous substances
Type of measure
Import permit
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
MEAs
Plastic
Recycle
Waste
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/PHL/13 Philippines 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Import licences Chemicals
5.4.1 Chemicals and chemical substances imported…
5.4.1 Chemicals and chemical substances imported and classified under the Chemical Control Order (CCO) - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: Chemicals and chemical substances that are classified under the Chemical Control Order (CCO) must secure CCO Registration prior to the application of the CCO Importation Clearance prior to the release of shipment by the Bureau of Customs (BOC).
Environment related objective
Chemical and chemical substances management. To phase out ozone depleting substances (ODS) in compliance to Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
5.4.1 Chemicals and chemical substances imported and classified under the Chemical Control Order (CCO) - Department of Environment and Natural Resources: Chemicals and chemical substances that are classified under the Chemical Control Order (CCO) must secure CCO Registration prior to the application of the CCO Importation Clearance prior to the release of shipment by the Bureau of Customs (BOC).
Chemicals and chemical substances imported and classified under the CCO: Mercury, mercury compounds and mercury-added products – to phase out mercury-added products based on schedule; Arsenic and arsenic compounds; Cyanide and cyanide compounds; Asbestos; Lead and lead compounds; Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) - to phase out in compliance to Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (Most of the ODS are already phased out/banned to import except for HCFCs and HCFC blends).
Type of measure
Import permit; Import quota
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Hazardous
MEAs
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/PHL/13 Philippines 2020 Air pollution reduction Import licences Manufacturing, Other
10.3.1 Certificate of Authority to Import (CAI) …
10.3.1 Certificate of Authority to Import (CAI) - Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau: importation of used motor vehicles into the Philippines is prohibited, except those expressly enumerated therein. Those exempted from the prohibition may be imported subject to prior import clearance from the Department of Trade and Industry’s Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (DTI-FTEB).
Environment related objective
For public safety and protection, protection of the Philippine environment; to promote and protect the environment including its air sheds against pollution from mobile sources, among others; to regulate used motor vehicles and completely knocked down (CKD) parts and components for truck rebuilding to be compliant with Euro 4 emission standards.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
10.3.1 Certificate of Authority to Import (CAI) - Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau: importation of used motor vehicles into the Philippines is prohibited, except those expressly enumerated therein. Those exempted from the prohibition may be imported subject to prior import clearance from the Department of Trade and Industry’s Fair Trade Enforcement Bureau (DTI-FTEB).
Used motor vehicles, used engines, parts and components as well as for the importation of government agencies of any goods/commodities.
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Clean
Emissions
Environment
Pollution
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SGP/15 Singapore 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Ban/Prohibition, Import licences Chemicals
6. Hazardous Substances [...]: The Singapore…
6. Hazardous Substances [...]: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of hazardous substances and waste.
For Hazardous substances - Environment Protection and Management Act; Environmental Protection and Management Regulations.

There is no restriction on the countries from which Singapore imports the hazardous substances and hazardous wastes except for obligations under the Multilateral Environmental Agreements to which Singapore is a Party: Trade ban with non-Parties to the Montreal Protocol and relevant amendments on ozone depleting substances listed in the Annexes of the Protocol; Prior Informed Consent for importation of chemicals listed in Annex III under the Rotterdam Convention; Prohibition and restriction of chemicals (including products containing the chemicals) listed respectively in Annex A and B under the Stockholm Convention; Prohibition of mercury containing products listed in Annex A of the Minamata Convention.
Environment related objective
To pursue Singapore's obligations under international agreements (Montreal Protocol, Rotterdam Convention, Stockholm Convention, Minamata Convention) or for health, safety, and environmental reasons.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
6. Hazardous Substances [...]: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of hazardous substances and waste.
For Hazardous substances - Environment Protection and Management Act; Environmental Protection and Management Regulations.

There is no restriction on the countries from which Singapore imports the hazardous substances and hazardous wastes except for obligations under the Multilateral Environmental Agreements to which Singapore is a Party: Trade ban with non-Parties to the Montreal Protocol and relevant amendments on ozone depleting substances listed in the Annexes of the Protocol; Prior Informed Consent for importation of chemicals listed in Annex III under the Rotterdam Convention; Prohibition and restriction of chemicals (including products containing the chemicals) listed respectively in Annex A and B under the Stockholm Convention; Prohibition of mercury containing products listed in Annex A of the Minamata Convention.
Hazardous Substances.
Type of measure
Import licenses; Ban
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
MEAs
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SGP/15 Singapore 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management
 Import licences Manufacturing, Mining, Other
7 Radioactive Materials and Irradiating…
7 Radioactive Materials and Irradiating Apparatus: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of radioactive materials, ionising radiation irradiating apparatus and non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus (...) - The licensing procedures are maintained under the Radiation Protection Act and its Regulations.
Environment related objective
The import licensing procedures are not intended to restrict the quantity or value of imports. They are maintained for health, safety, and environmental reasons.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
7 Radioactive Materials and Irradiating Apparatus: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of radioactive materials, ionising radiation irradiating apparatus and non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus (...) - The licensing procedures are maintained under the Radiation Protection Act and its Regulations.
The licensing system applies to radioactive materials, ionising radiation irradiating apparatus and non-ionising radiation irradiating apparatus; applies to products originating in and coming from all countries.
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Hazardous
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SGP/15 Singapore 2020
MEAs implementation and compliance, Other…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Other environmental risks mitigation, Plant protection
 Import licences Agriculture
15 [...] - Control of Plants (Plant Importation)…
15 [...] - Control of Plants (Plant Importation) Rules: The National Parks Board (NParks) regulates the importation of plants and plant materials; products of live animals and birds; and ornamental fish
Environment related objective
For the protection of animal and plant life and health, and to discharge Singapore's obligations under international agreements, International Plant Protection Convention.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
15 [...] - Control of Plants (Plant Importation) Rules: The National Parks Board (NParks) regulates the importation of plants and plant materials; products of live animals and birds; and ornamental fish
Plants and propagatable plant parts including genetically modified plants and cuttings, cut flowers, foliages, seeds, tubers, soil, bulbs, peat moss, wood bark and other potting media, organic fertilisers of plant origin and mushroom spawn. Live insects including eggs, larvae and pupae, microorganisms of agricultural importance and biocontrol agents
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Bio
Genetic
MEAs
Organic
Soil
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SGP/15 Singapore 2020
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and…
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Export licences, Import licences Other
15 [...] - Endangered Species (Import and Export…
15 [...] - Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act: The National Parks Board (NParks) regulates the importation of plants and plant materials; products of live animals and birds; and ornamental fish
Environment related objective
For the protection of animal and plant life and health, and to discharge Singapore's obligations under international agreements, such as the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
Measure description Coverage of the measure
15 [...] - Endangered Species (Import and Export) Act: The National Parks Board (NParks) regulates the importation of plants and plant materials; products of live animals and birds; and ornamental fish
Endangered animals, species of wild fauna and flora (CITES live specimens, parts and products)
Type of measure
Import licenses; Export licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/SGP/15 Singapore 2020
MEAs implementation and compliance, Waste…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Waste management and recycling
Export licences, Import licences, Regulation…
Export licences, Import licences, Regulation affecting movement or transit
 Other
6. Hazardous [...] Waste: The Singapore National…
6. Hazardous [...] Waste: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of hazardous substances and waste.
For Hazardous Waste: Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) Act Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) Regulations.

Basel Convention states that the import of Hazardous Waste can only be applied to countries that are signatories to the Convention. Parties may, however, enter into bilateral or multilateral agreements on hazardous waste management with other parties or with non-parties, provided that such agreements are no less environmentally sound than the Basel Convention.
Environment related objective
To pursue Singapore's obligations under international agreements (e.g. Basel Convention) or for health, safety, and environmental reasons.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
6. Hazardous [...] Waste: The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) regulates the importation of hazardous substances and waste.
For Hazardous Waste: Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) Act Hazardous Waste (Control of Export, Import and Transit) Regulations.

Basel Convention states that the import of Hazardous Waste can only be applied to countries that are signatories to the Convention. Parties may, however, enter into bilateral or multilateral agreements on hazardous waste management with other parties or with non-parties, provided that such agreements are no less environmentally sound than the Basel Convention.
Hazardous Waste. There is no restriction on the countries from which Singapore imports the hazardous substances and hazardous wastes except for obligations under the Multilateral Environmental Agreements to which Singapore is a Party: Hazardous waste under Basel Convention.
Type of measure
Non-automatic import licenses; Export licenses; and Transit permit.
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Environment
Hazardous
MEAs
Waste