Rotterdam Convention on Prior Informed Consent (PIC) for Hazardous Chemicals

HEADLINE: Unregulated chemical exports caused environmental and health risks globally.

Key Obligations

Prior informed consent for export of listed hazardous chemicals and pesticides

Penalty Ranges

Varies by member state

Mandatory Deadline: In force since 2004

Affected HS Codes: Chapters 28, 29, 38

Issuing Authority: Rotterdam Convention Secretariat (FAO/UNEP)

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