How much do you know about the import of hazardous chemicals?

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-29

According to the Regulations on the Safety Management of Hazardous Chemicals, hazardous chemicals refer to those highly toxic chemicals and other chemicals that are toxic, corrosive, combustion, combustion-supporting, etc., and are harmful to the human body, facilities and the environment. According to the Announcement of the General Administration of Customs [2020] No. 129 on Issues Concerning the Inspection and Supervision of Import and Export of Hazardous Chemicals and Their Packaging, the Customs has implemented a strict inspection system for the import and export of hazardous chemicals listed in the National Catalogue of Hazardous Chemicals (the latest version). At present, we are using the 2015 version of the Catalogue of Hazardous Chemicals. This version is very detailed in defining and classifying hazardous chemicals.

Hazard Disclosure Labels

Hazardous chemical labels, which are "warning lights" attached to chemical packaging, are a combination of words, pictograms and codes, like a guardian, always reminding people to pay attention to safety. It must comply with GB15258 and GB30000 series standards, and contain at least six contents, including chemical identification, pictograms, signal words, hazard statements, precautionary instructions and business identification. Each of them has its own role to play and work together to ensure safety. This label acts like a responsible guide to give us clear and timely help no matter what problems we encounter when using chemicals. Therefore, we must use it in accordance with the regulations so that its value can be fully realized.

Safety Data Sheets

This comprehensive regulatory document is provided by chemical production and sales enterprises to downstream customers and the public in accordance with the law, and introduces the various characteristics of chemicals in detail. The document lists the physical and chemical parameters, combustion and explosion properties, health hazards, safe use and storage methods, leakage treatment and first aid measures of chemicals, a total of 16 items. This information is important for understanding and using chemicals, ensuring the safety and health of people when working with them.

Declaration of Conformity for Imported Chemicals.

Please fill in the relevant information accurately, the sample is shown in the figure below:

Detailed explanation of the declaration process for the import declaration of hazardous chemicals, and the collection and sorting of declaration materials.

First of all, it is necessary to collect and organize a series of application materials. These include bills of lading, contracts, proforma invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, hazard classification identification reports, dangerous goods labels, declaration element tables, and flow direction reports. The preparation time for these materials is about 05 working days. 2.When the goods arrive at the port, the declaration needs to be made. The time required for this step is also about 05 working days. In the process of filing a declaration, it is necessary to ensure that all the information provided is accurate in order to pass the customs review smoothly. 3.After the application materials are approved, the tax needs to be paid. The specific amount and method of paying tax needs to be determined according to the type and value of the goods. 4.Inspections are a very important part of the process. Inspections are usually carried out according to the dock instructions as well as the queue. In a port like Nansha, it can generally be lined up for inspection in 1 day. The main purpose of the inspection is to ensure that the goods comply with the relevant regulations and standards and to avoid any potential safety risks. Throughout the process, every link needs to strictly comply with relevant regulations and standards to ensure the safety and smooth import of goods. At the same time, close cooperation with relevant authorities such as customs and terminals is also key to ensuring that the process runs smoothly.

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