China tightens controls on the export of chemical precursors.

VTV.vn - China has just tightened controls on the export of precursor chemicals - compounds that can be used to manufacture drugs.

A cargo port in Shandong, China. (Photo: THX/VNA)

Accordingly, from November 10th, the United States, Canada, and Mexico were added to the list of countries requiring special permits when importing 13 specific chemicals from China.

New regulations, jointly issued by China's Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Public Security , and General Administration of Customs, require exporting companies to submit documentation proving the legal purpose of using these chemicals.

Precursor chemicals are compounds essential in many areas of the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, but are often used illegally to manufacture controlled substances such as drugs.

Chinese officials said this was aimed at preventing cross-border drug production and trafficking, and affirmed that they would continue to strengthen international cooperation, including with the United States, in drug prevention and control.

According to Chinese regulations, when exporting precursor chemicals to specific countries, exporters are required to provide original documentation from competent authorities of the importing country certifying the legal use of these chemicals, or guarantee documents from the importer confirming the legal use. These documents must be reviewed by the Chinese Ministry of Public Security and Commerce.

Last April, Chinese authorities added 24 substances to the list of precursor chemicals for export to specific countries. This adjustment took effect on May 1st of the same year. The list of countries requiring special permits to import precursor chemicals previously included Myanmar, Laos, and Afghanistan.

On November 10th, the Office of the National Narcotics Control Commission of China also issued a notice reminding exporters to closely monitor international conventions and the laws of importing countries, especially high-risk destinations such as the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Exporters are encouraged to ensure that foreign customers complete import procedures in accordance with local regulations to avoid legal risks associated with unlisted precursor chemicals and equipment that are legally used and capable of producing controlled substances.

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