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Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CRI/17 Costa Rica 2020 Energy conservation and efficiency Conformity assessment procedures, Import licences Manufacturing
11. Import licenses are required for energy…
11. Import licenses are required for energy efficiency-related products, with the aim of protecting the environment. The purpose of these licenses is not to restrict the quantity or value of imports, but rather to strengthen controls on imports of energy efficiency-related products (...). Authorization for the import of energy-efficient products, for human safety and environmental protection (2020).
Environment related objective
To introduce energy efficiency-related products, with the aim of protecting the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
11. Import licenses are required for energy efficiency-related products, with the aim of protecting the environment. The purpose of these licenses is not to restrict the quantity or value of imports, but rather to strengthen controls on imports of energy efficiency-related products (...). Authorization for the import of energy-efficient products, for human safety and environmental protection (2020).
This procedure applies to products classified under the tariff heading (HS 2017) 9705.
Type of measure
Import licenses; product conformity certificate.
 ICS - HS Code
9705
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Energy
Environment
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Animal protection, Biodiversity and ecosystem,…
Animal protection, Biodiversity and ecosystem, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Export licences, Import licences Other
1.1.1.1 Biological diversity: Export and import…
1.1.1.1 Biological diversity: Export and import permits for all species listed in the Appendices to Ministry of Science, Technology and the Environment (CITMA) Resolution No. 160/2011 "Regulations for the control and protection of species of special significance for biological diversity in the country", as well as species included in the three Appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
Environment related objective
To protect the environment and biodiversity by requiring import & export licenses for all native plant and animal species and parts and derivatives thereof except for species considered exotic or transgenic. CITES.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1.1.1 Biological diversity: Export and import permits for all species listed in the Appendices to Ministry of Science, Technology and the Environment (CITMA) Resolution No. 160/2011 "Regulations for the control and protection of species of special significance for biological diversity in the country", as well as species included in the three Appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
It applies to all plant and animal species, and parts and derivatives thereof, except for species considered exotic or transgenic. Also excluded from the scope of these provisions are the biological resources evoked by the agricultural, livestock and fish production
Type of measure
Export and import permits; Non-automatic licensing
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Bio
Conservation
Endangered
MEAs
Wildlife
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and…
Animal protection, MEAs implementation and compliance, Plant protection
 Export licences, Import licences Other
1.1.1.2. Licences are granted for the use,…
1.1.1.2. Licences are granted for the use, testing, production, release, importation and exportation of, and research into, biological agents and their products, and organisms and parts thereof containing genetic information, in the national territory, and at the various stages of the construction of facilities posing a biological risk. This procedure is in conformity with the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production and Stockpiling of Biological and Toxin Weapons and on their Destruction.
Environment related objective
To ensure biological safety and comply with obligations under the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production and Stockpiling of Biological and Toxin Weapons and on their Destruction.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1.1.2. Licences are granted for the use, testing, production, release, importation and exportation of, and research into, biological agents and their products, and organisms and parts thereof containing genetic information, in the national territory, and at the various stages of the construction of facilities posing a biological risk. This procedure is in conformity with the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety to the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production and Stockpiling of Biological and Toxin Weapons and on their Destruction.
Biological agents that affect humans, animals and plants; genetically modified organisms; exotic species; and parts of any of these containing genetic information. These products constitute the converge of biological safety regulation and the scope of risk control.
Type of measure
Non-automatic licensing
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Bio
Environment
Genetic
MEAs
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer…
MEAs implementation and compliance, Ozone layer protection
 Import licences Chemicals, Manufacturing
1.1.1.3.1 A licence is required to import…
1.1.1.3.1 A licence is required to import substances that have the potential to deplete the ozone layer (otherwise known as ozone-depleting substances or ODS), and products, equipment and technologies that use these substances. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that emissions and the use of these substances at national level are maintained at the levels and within the ranges that are authorized under international commitments.
This is in compliance with Cuba's obligations as a signatory to the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
Environment related objective
To ensure that emissions and the use of these substances at national level are maintained at the levels and within the ranges that are authorized under international commitments under the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1.1.3.1 A licence is required to import substances that have the potential to deplete the ozone layer (otherwise known as ozone-depleting substances or ODS), and products, equipment and technologies that use these substances. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that emissions and the use of these substances at national level are maintained at the levels and within the ranges that are authorized under international commitments.
This is in compliance with Cuba's obligations as a signatory to the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.
Any substance pertaining to the hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) group, and mixtures thereof; R-401A (chlorodifluoromethane, difluoroethane and chlorotetrafluoroethane), R 409A (chlorodifluoromethane, chlorotetrafluoroethane and chlorodifluoroethane) and R-408A (chlorodifluoromethane, trifluoroethane and pentafluoroethane), etc. Also included are products and equipment containing these substances (e.g. refrigerated and/or air-conditioned transport units, portable extinguishers, refrigerators, freezers, heat-pumps, and aerosol products). The latter will only be allowed entry into the country until 31 December 2014.
Type of measure
Import licenses
ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Emissions
Environment
MEAs
Ozone
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, MEAs implementation and compliance
 Import licences Chemicals
1.1.1.3.2 Importation into Cuba of the substances…
1.1.1.3.2 Importation into Cuba of the substances listed in Schedules 1, 2 and 3 of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and those regulated by the Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade, 1998, to which Cuba is party, is subject to an import licensing system which ensures that these substances are used for purposes not prohibited by the CWC or the Rotterdam Convention. Such licences are granted only to properly established legal persons.
Environment related objective
As to the substances covered by the Rotterdam Convention, it is considered of the utmost importance, in view of the relevance of this instrument and the growing risks and hazards posed by increased production and trade in chemical substances, to prohibit the use of certain toxic chemicals and to expand the scope of the Convention to other products of this nature, thus preventing the introduction into Cuba of unwanted chemicals. CWC
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1.1.3.2 Importation into Cuba of the substances listed in Schedules 1, 2 and 3 of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and those regulated by the Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade, 1998, to which Cuba is party, is subject to an import licensing system which ensures that these substances are used for purposes not prohibited by the CWC or the Rotterdam Convention. Such licences are granted only to properly established legal persons.
Parties that are interested in importing any of the substances listed in Schedules 1, 2 and 3 of the CWC or those restricted under the Rotterdam Convention must apply for an import licence.
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Hazardous
MEAs
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, Waste management and recycling
Import licences, Regulation affecting movement or…
Import licences, Regulation affecting movement or transit
 Energy, Other
1.1.2 Directorate of Nuclear Safety (DSN)-…
1.1.2 Directorate of Nuclear Safety (DSN)- Authorization is required to import ionizing radiation sources (radioactive sources and ionizing radiation generating equipment). This provides a means of controlling the sources entering the country and ensuring that the use to which they will be put is proper and safe. Authorization is also required to import nuclear materials and significant components so as to verify that they are being imported for peaceful and authorized purposes, in accordance with the safeguards regime for such materials. (...)
Environment related objective
To assess the radioactive sources or ionizing radiation emitting equipment which enter the country in terms of radioactivity related risks and preventing any unauthorized use, waste or movement.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
1.1.2 Directorate of Nuclear Safety (DSN)- Authorization is required to import ionizing radiation sources (radioactive sources and ionizing radiation generating equipment). This provides a means of controlling the sources entering the country and ensuring that the use to which they will be put is proper and safe. Authorization is also required to import nuclear materials and significant components so as to verify that they are being imported for peaceful and authorized purposes, in accordance with the safeguards regime for such materials. (...)
Ionizing radiation source (...); Nuclear material: Uranium (...); thorium (...); Plutonium (...); and any material containing one or more of the foregoing; Significant components: Equipment or components for nuclear installations or those of the type used in such installations, specially designed or developed for the treatment, utilization or production of nuclear material.
Type of measure
Import licenses; authorization to transfer nuclear material or significant components (or both), insofar as the importation is considered an international transfer.
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Energy
Hazardous
Waste
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances…
Chemical, toxic and hazardous substances management, Soil management and conservation
 Import licences Agriculture, Chemicals
2.2 Department of Soils and Fertilizers (DSF)-…
2.2 Department of Soils and Fertilizers (DSF)- Registration and a licence are required to import fertilizers to ensure that the use of these substances at national level is maintained at the levels and within the ranges that are authorized.
Decree No. 179/1993 "Protection, Use and Conservation of Soils and Infringements thereof", which lays down the parameters and obligations governing the use and conservation of Cuban soil;
Environment related objective
To ensure control of the use in Cuba of substances that may be hazardous to life or have a pollutant effect on the environment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.2 Department of Soils and Fertilizers (DSF)- Registration and a licence are required to import fertilizers to ensure that the use of these substances at national level is maintained at the levels and within the ranges that are authorized.
Decree No. 179/1993 "Protection, Use and Conservation of Soils and Infringements thereof", which lays down the parameters and obligations governing the use and conservation of Cuban soil;
Chemical and/or mineral fertilizers; organo-mineral fertilizers; biological fertilizers; organic fertilizers; soil amendments; stimulants.
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Bio
Environment
Hazardous
Soil
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Animal protection, Environmental protection from…
Animal protection, Environmental protection from pests and diseases
 Import licences Other
2.3 Directorate of Animal Health (DSA)- Sanitary…
2.3 Directorate of Animal Health (DSA)- Sanitary-veterinary regulations governing the importation of animals, animal products, biological products and materials of any origin which are liable to harm animal health and which arrive in national territory by sea or by air.
Environment related objective
Protection of national territory from the introduction of exotic diseases; prevention and control of animal diseases, including zoonoses; epizootiological monitoring (..).
Measure description Coverage of the measure
2.3 Directorate of Animal Health (DSA)- Sanitary-veterinary regulations governing the importation of animals, animal products, biological products and materials of any origin which are liable to harm animal health and which arrive in national territory by sea or by air.
Live domestic and wild animals of protected species; Products of animal origin for consumption or for industrial, decorative, experimental or research purposes; Microbial and parasitic agents that affect animal health;
Vaccines, strains and other similar products used in veterinary medicine;
Culture and diagnostic media with components of animal origin; and
Elements, products and packaging of any origin capable of transmitting or carrying animal diseases.
Type of measure
Import licenses
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Wildlife
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020
Energy conservation and efficiency, Water…
Energy conservation and efficiency, Water management and conservation
Import licences, Technical regulation or…
Import licences, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing
7.1 National Institute for Hydraulic Resources …
7.1 National Institute for Hydraulic Resources (INRH): National Hydraulics Works Directorate- The planning, regulation and control of hydraulic resources and the operation, technical oversight and maintenance of hydraulic works and installations. The INRH is responsible for promulgating regulations prohibiting the importation of water intensive sanitation equipment, fittings and furnishings, in line with worldwide trends and existing legislation.
Resolution No. 28 of 28 February 2006 of the President of the INRH lays down the water consumption standards for water intensive sanitation equipment, fittings and furnishings and the energy efficiency ratings required for electric pumps.
Environment related objective
To lay down water consumption standards for water intensive sanitation equipment, fittings and furnishings and the energy efficiency ratings required for electric pumps
Measure description Coverage of the measure
7.1 National Institute for Hydraulic Resources (INRH): National Hydraulics Works Directorate- The planning, regulation and control of hydraulic resources and the operation, technical oversight and maintenance of hydraulic works and installations. The INRH is responsible for promulgating regulations prohibiting the importation of water intensive sanitation equipment, fittings and furnishings, in line with worldwide trends and existing legislation.
Resolution No. 28 of 28 February 2006 of the President of the INRH lays down the water consumption standards for water intensive sanitation equipment, fittings and furnishings and the energy efficiency ratings required for electric pumps.
Water intensive sanitation equipment; fittings and furnishings and electric pumps
Type of measure
Import licenses; technical standards
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Energy
Natural resources
Water
Import Licensing Procedures G/LIC/N/3/CUB/10 Cuba 2020 Energy conservation and efficiency
Import licences, Technical regulation or…
Import licences, Technical regulation or specifications
 Manufacturing
9.1 National Office for the Control of the…
9.1 National Office for the Control of the Rational Use of Electricity (ONURE)- Technical authorization to import electrical end-use equipment. Electrical end-use equipment not imported for marketing purposes must meet the voltage requirements for the installations in which it is to be used. Where the equipment is to be used at exhibitions and fairs or in field trials, the authority in charge will grant technical authorization for three months. Where the equipment is to be marketed, the authority in charge will grant technical authorization for two years, provided that the equipment is registered by the authority responsible and the technical acceptance is valid.
Environment related objective
To establish and control technical requirements relating to the energy efficiency, electrical safety and tropicalization of electrical end-use equipment that is imported, manufactured or assembled in Cuba by national or foreign legal persons, with a view to promoting the rational and efficient use of electricity and ensuring consumer protection through the use of highly energy efficient and good quality equipment.
Measure description Coverage of the measure
9.1 National Office for the Control of the Rational Use of Electricity (ONURE)- Technical authorization to import electrical end-use equipment. Electrical end-use equipment not imported for marketing purposes must meet the voltage requirements for the installations in which it is to be used. Where the equipment is to be used at exhibitions and fairs or in field trials, the authority in charge will grant technical authorization for three months. Where the equipment is to be marketed, the authority in charge will grant technical authorization for two years, provided that the equipment is registered by the authority responsible and the technical acceptance is valid.
The following electrical end-use equipment:
- Household refrigerating appliances classified under tariff subheadings 8418.10, 8418.21, 8418.22, 8418.29, 8418.30 and 8418.40.
- Household electric fans, classified under tariff subheadings 8414.51 and 8414.59.
- Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) classified under tariff subheading 8539.31.10.
- Electric smoothing irons classified under tariff subheading 8516.40.
- Air-conditioning machines classified under tariff subheadings 8415.10 (window or wall types); 8415.82 and 8415.83 (split systems).
- Microwave ovens classified under tariff subheading 8516.50.
- Electric rice cookers classified under tariff subheading 8516.79.
- Electric pressure cookers classified under tariff subheading 8516.79.
- Electric coffee makers classified under tariff subheading 8516.71.
- Household electric washing machines classified under tariff subheadings 8450.11, 8450.12, 8450.19 and 8450.90.
Type of measure
Technical authorization applied to imports; licensing
 ICS - HS Code
Subsidy amount Implementation period
Keywords
Conservation
Energy