Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§68 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Import licences |
Agriculture |
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The Pesticide Management Regulation entered into force in 2009 (Decree No. 6/2009) ; it aims to ensure all processes involving working with or handling pesticides (inter alia, including imports and exports) are executed without prejudice to public, animal and environmental health. Under the regulations, companies importing registered pesticides must obtain a Pesticide Importer Registration Certificate from the National Directorate of Agricultural Services (Direcção Nacional dos Serviços Agrários, DNSA). [81] In assessing the request, the Registrar of the DNSA may visit the applicant's premises to ensure certain conditions are in place (i.e. storage, capacity, handling conditions, and qualifications of personnel). Certificates are valid for one year (renewable for one year). Import permits are required for each shipment of pesticides; these are issued by the Registrar of the DNSA, are valid for three months (extendable for a further three months) and are subject to a fee. Importers must provide import information to the DNSA within 15 days of importation. Large quantities of imports must be accompanied by an analysis certificate. Imported pesticides must be valid (i.e. be useable) for at least a year and a half.
[81] All pesticides must be registered with the DNSA; this is done through submission of an application to the National Director of Agricultural Services, together with a photocopy of the licence/permit of the company or institution. The registration of pesticides is subject to a fee which varies according to the toxicity of the pesticide, and the process may take up to 120 days. Registered pesticides are published by the DNSA.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§76 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Export licences, Export tariffs |
Forestry |
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Since 2011, Mozambique has levied fees on the export of all raw and processed timber under the Regulations on the Timber Overvaluation Rate (Decree No. 21/2011). The fee rate varies according to the level of processing, from Mt 3,750/m3 to Mt 19,500/m3. As set out in the Regulations, timber producing species are classified according to their commercial value, rarity, usefulness, resistance and quality, into classes of precious wood (with classes ranging from 1 to 4). Exports of timber in class 1 may only be exported after being processed. Exports of timber under classes 2-4 may be exported under licence or under a forest concession scheme. As indicated by the authorities, these fees were introduced so that forest use is sustainable through revenue collection in order to protect the environment, and to promote secondary processing so as to create jobs.
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Forest
Sustainable
Environment
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-Table-III.20 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Ban/Prohibition |
Other |
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Table 3.20 Export prohibitions, 2016
Export prohibitions
Ivory and ivory works, except when the export is specifically authorized by special arrangement
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-Table-III.21 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Export licences |
Forestry, Mining |
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Table 3.21 Export restrictions, 2016
Product Restriction
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Precious timbers, precious or semi-precious stones Authorization from the competent authorities (the Ministry of Land, Environment and Rural Development for timber and the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy for precious and semi-precious stones)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§87 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Other environmental requirements |
Mining |
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IFZs (Industrial Free Trade Zones) are closed physical areas which must have security systems in place. All industrial activities are permitted, except for exploration for, and extraction of, natural resources and the manufacture of arms and explosives. (...)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/354/REV.1 |
S-III§102 |
Mozambique |
2017 |
Measures |
Other measures |
Not specified |
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(...) Since December 2015, the IGEPE (State Shares Management Agency) has been assessing the State's portfolio, aiming to resize businesses, reduce operating costs, and seek strategic partners to enhance the profitability of its public enterprises and state-participated companies. In this regard, consideration is being given, inter alia, to company performance and profitability; growth prospects; socio-economic and environmental impact issues; and their observance of corporate governance standards. During 2016, 45 state-participated companies and 15 public enterprises companies were evaluated as part of this process, with 27 being elected for restructuring. At the same time, 40 non-strategic companies have been earmarked for liquidation.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/356/REV.1 |
S-III§47 |
Nigeria |
2017 |
Measures |
Ban/Prohibition |
Other |
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According to its Export Prohibition Act of 1989, Nigeria prohibits particular goods from being exported for purposes of domestic food security, value-added considerations, preservation of cultural heritage, and protection of the environment and wildlife. The list of goods has not changed during the period under review and includes: maize, timber (rough or sawn), raw hides and skin (including wet blue and all unfinished leather), scrap metals, unprocessed rubber latex and rubber lumps, artefacts and antiquities, and wildlife animals classified as endangered species and their products. Licences are required to export petroleum products.
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Wildlife
Environment
Endangered
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/356/REV.1 |
S-III§53 |
Nigeria |
2017 |
Measures |
Risk assessment |
Not specified |
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An investor interested in setting up an enterprise in one of Nigeria's EPZs is required to complete and submit an investor's application form along with the required documents such as four copies of feasibility studies, four copies of an environment impact assessment (EIA), a marketing strategy, sources of funding as well as a five-year financial projection plan.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/356/REV.1 |
S-III§100 |
Nigeria |
2017 |
Measures |
Quarantine requirements |
Not specified |
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The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) is an agency under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. It regulates enforcement of animal, fisheries and plant health measures in connection with imports and exports of agricultural products at the borders, with a view to minimizing the risk to agriculture, food safety and the environment. NAQS publishes, on its website, a list of products subject to NAQS controls. According to NAQS, this list is based on the result of risk analysis and will be revised periodically. NAQS operates a "single window" to electronically process documentation requirements (e.g. permit applications and issuance) and arrangements for border inspection of consignments.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/356/REV.1 |
S-III§101 |
Nigeria |
2017 |
Measures |
Import licences, Risk assessment |
Agriculture |
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Under the Animal Diseases (Control) Act, the importation of animals, animal products, hatching eggs, poultries, biologics, and infectious agents is prohibited unless a permit is granted from DVPCS (Department of Veterinary & Pest Control Service). Importers must apply to DVPCS for an International Veterinary Certificate (i.e. an import permit) for each batch of imports. For imports of live animals (including poultry) and animal products (including meat), a sanitary certificate from the veterinary authorities of exporting countries is a prerequisite document for application for an import permit. According to the authorities, Nigeria's sanitary requirements, standards and guidelines are based on the provisions of the OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code. Moreover, an import risk assessment is deemed necessary when higher standards are required. Once an import permit is granted, a copy of the permit will be forwarded to NAQS for enforcement at the borders.
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