Extension of Export and Import Licenses for Schedule 1 Chemicals

The Extension of Export and Import Licenses for Schedule 1 Chemicals helps enterprises maintain business continuity and legality. Proper extension ensures supply chain stability. This article summarizes current regulations and provides specific instructions.

General requirements for the export and import of chemicals (Table)

Based on Article 17 of Decree 33/2024/ND-CP:

1. Origin/Destination: Schedule 1 chemicals can only be traded with State Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC).
2. Licensing: Must possess a license granted by the competent authority.
3. Business Condition: To trade (buy/sell) Schedule chemicals domestically, one must first obtain a Schedule Chemical Business License.
4. Exemption: Organizations/individuals with an Import License for Schedule chemicals are exempt from chemical declaration regulations.

When to Extend? Based on Point a, Clause 6, Article 18 of Decree 33/2024/ND-CP, extension applies when the license has expired but the export/import has not been performed or completed.

Note: The license can be extended only once.

The competent authority for extending export and import licenses for chemicals listed in Table 1.

Based on Clause 1, Article 18 of Decree 33/2024/ND-CP (amended by Clause 4, Article 9 of Decree 146/2025/ND-CP), the authority belongs to the Provincial-level People’s Committee where the import-export enterprise is headquartered.

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Required Dossier for renewing chemical export and import licenses (Table 1)

According to Clause 6, Article 18 of Decree 33/2024/ND-CP, the dossier includes:

1. Written Request for license extension.
2. Copy of the Granted License (Export/Import License for Schedule 1 Chemicals).

Note: Prepare copies of the applicant’s Citizen ID card; and a Power of Attorney (with the authorized person’s Citizen ID) if submitting via proxy.

Procedure for renewing chemical export and import licenses (Table 1)

According to Clause 6, Article 18 of Decree 33/2024/ND-CP:

Step 1: Submission

• Deadline: Submit at least 10 working days before the license expires.
• Method: Online (National Public Service Portal, Code: 1.012431.), Direct, or by Post to the Provincial People’s Committee.

Step 2: Processing Within 05 working days from receiving a complete and valid dossier, the Provincial People’s Committee checks and extends the License.

• Validity: The extension shall not exceed 06 months from the date of extension.
• Refusal: A written reply stating the reason is provided.

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Long Phan Consulting provides consulting services for procedures to renew export and import licenses for chemicals (Table 1).

Long Phan Consulting Company provides comprehensive support:

• Consulting & Evaluation: Assessing the extension dossier.
• Dossier Preparation Support: Assisting in preparing documents according to regulations.
• Representation: Submitting the dossier to the competent state agency.
• Monitoring & Explanation: Tracking progress and working directly with agencies to explain the dossier.
• Completion: Receiving and handing over the result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below, Long Phan Consulting provides some frequently asked questions related to the procedures for renewing export and import licenses for chemicals listed in Table 1. We invite interested customers to refer to this information:

What is the validity period of the extended license? 

Maximum 06 months from the date of extension granting. This allows time to complete unfinished shipments. (Legal Basis: Point d, Clause 6, Article 18, Decree 33/2024/ND-CP).

How many times can I extend? 

Only once. If the import/export is still not completed after the extension, you must apply for a new license. (Legal Basis: Point a, Clause 6, Article 18, Decree 33/2024/ND-CP).

Can I import Schedule 1 chemicals from non-CWC member states? 

No. Trade is strictly limited to State Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). (Legal Basis: Clause 1, Article 17, Decree 33/2024/ND-CP).

Do I need to declare chemicals if I have an Import License? 

No. Holders of Schedule Chemical Import Licenses are exempt from chemical declaration regulations. (Legal Basis: Clause 6, Article 17, Decree 33/2024/ND-CP).

Can I increase the quantity during extension? 

No. Extension only prolongs the time for the remaining quantity that hasn’t been imported/exported yet. Increasing the quantity requires a new license or adjustment. (Legal Basis: Point a, Clause 6, Article 18, Decree 33/2024/ND-CP).

Conclusion

Timely Extension of Export and Import Licenses for Schedule 1 Chemicals helps enterprises maintain stable trade operations. Please contact Long Phan Consulting Company via Hotline 1900636389 for timely and professional legal support.