Decision No. 10/2001/QĐ-BKHCNMT of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment provisionally issuing the List of waste materials that have been processed into raw materials and are permitted for import. Waste materials may only be imported when they have been completely cleaned of harmful chemicals and impurities to protect the environment.
Scope of application
Organizations and individuals engaged in the import of waste materials that have been processed into raw materials.
Key points
- Waste materials may only be imported when they have been completely cleaned of toxic chemicals, radioactive substances, flammable and explosive materials, and impurities such as oil, grease, rubber, and asphalt.
- Organizations and individuals must provide clear origin documentation for imported waste materials to serve specific production purposes.
- Import procedures must be carried out in accordance with current laws.
- This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of signing.
- Strictly prohibited is the importation of waste materials that have been processed into raw materials for purposes other than those specified.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: Protection of the environment and public health.
- Negative impact: Increased operational costs for enterprises importing waste materials.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Which types of waste materials are permitted for import?
Waste materials that have been processed into raw materials and have been completely cleaned of toxic chemicals, radioactive substances, flammable and explosive materials, and impurities such as oil, grease, rubber, and asphalt.
Is it necessary to have clear origin documentation when importing waste materials?
Yes, the origin of the waste materials must be clearly identified to serve specific production purposes.
What penalties will be imposed if import procedures are not followed as required?
There is no information about specific penalties in this Decision, but violations may result in administrative or criminal measures.
When does this Decision take effect?
This Decision shall take effect fifteen days from the date of signing.
What penalties will be imposed if waste materials are imported for purposes other than those specified?
Strictly prohibited is the importation of waste materials that have been processed into raw materials for purposes other than those specified, but there is no specific information about penalties.
Full text
Pursuant to …;
Regarding the issuance of a provisional list of waste materials
that have been processed into raw materials permitted for import
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MINISTER OF THE MINISTRY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
Pursuant to Decree No. 175/CP of the Government dated October 18, 1994, guiding the implementation of the Environmental Protection Law;
Pursuant to Decision No. 46/2001/QĐ-TTg of the Prime Minister dated April 4, 2001, on the management of export and import goods during the period from 2001 to 2005;
Pursuant to Decision No. 46/2001/QĐ-TTg of the Prime Minister dated April 4, 2001 on the management of export and import of goods during the period 2001-2005;
Considering the proposal of the Director of the Environmental Protection Department, the Legal Affairs Department, and the Head of the Ministry's Office;
DECISION:
Article 1. Issuing provisionally with this Decision the "List of Waste Materials that Have Been Processed into Raw Materials Permitted for Import."
Article 2. Waste materials specified in the List issued with this Decision shall only be permitted for import when they have been completely cleaned of all toxic chemicals, radioactive substances, flammable and explosive materials, organic compounds of animal and plant origin posing disease risks, and medical waste.
Waste materials specified in the List issued with this Decision must also be processed to remove impurities such as oil, grease, rubber, plastic, asphalt, and other impurities.
Article 3. Organizations and individuals may only import waste materials that have been processed into raw materials for production purposes, in accordance with specific needs regarding quantity, type, and place of use. The waste materials must have a clear country of origin.
It is strictly prohibited to import waste materials that have been processed into raw materials for purposes other than production.
Article 4. Organizations and individuals importing waste materials that have been processed into raw materials listed in this Decision must follow the import procedures stipulated by current laws.
Article 5. This Decision takes effect fifteen days after the date of signature.
Article 6. The Director of the Environmental Protection Department, the Head of the Legal Affairs Department, the Head of the Ministry's Office, organizations and individuals, and relevant agencies are responsible for implementing this Decision. Any difficulties encountered during the implementation of this Decision should be promptly reported to the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Environment./.
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