Re-issuance of Pesticide Testing Permit

Re-issuance of Pesticide Testing Permit is performed when organizations or individuals encounter dossier issues or changes in operational information. Compliance with the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013 and guiding documents ensures legality in drug testing and registration activities. This article analyzes the process, authority, and dossier requirements.

Conditions for renewing a Plant Protection Product Testing Permit

Based on Clause 1, Article 57 of the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013, the Pesticide Testing Permit is re-issued in the following cases:

• The permit is lost.
• The permit contains errors or is damaged.
• Changes in the trade name of the pesticide.
• Changes in the information of the organization/individual registering for testing.

Which agency has the authority to review applications for the renewal of pesticide testing permits?

Based on Clause 3, Article 12 of Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT (amended by Article 29 of Circular 12/2025/TT-BNNMT): The Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection is the competent authority responsible for receiving, appraising, and deciding on the re-issuance of the permit. This unit is directly responsible to the Minister of Agriculture and Environment.

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Required Dossier for renewal of the Plant Protection Product Testing Permit.

Based on Article 57 of the Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013 and Article 12 of Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT, the mandatory dossier includes:

1. Request Form: Request for re-issuance of Pesticide Testing Permit (Form in Appendix I, Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT). Must declare full information and the reason for re-issuance.
2. Original Permit: The previously issued permit (for cases of errors, damage, or information changes).
   • Note: For lost permits, the original is not required, but the applicant must commit to the truthfulness of the loss declaration in the Request Form.

Procedures for renewing a Plant Protection Product Testing Permit

According to Article 12 of Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT:

Step 1: Submission The applicant submits 01 dossier set to the Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection (Directly or by Post).

Step 2: Appraisal Within 05 working days of receiving a complete dossier, the Department appraises its legality and validity.

• If invalid: The Department notifies the applicant to supplement or complete the dossier.

Step 3: Result Return Based on the appraisal:

• Approved: The Department re-issues the Permit. Note: The validity period of the new permit remains the same as the remaining term of the old permit.
• Refused: The Department issues a written notice stating the reason.

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Long Phan Consulting provides consulting services on the process of renewing pesticide testing permits.

Long Phan Consulting Company provides comprehensive support amidst complex legal changes:

• Current Status Check: Reviewing existing documents.
• Solution Proposal: Determining the exact basis for re-issuance (loss, error, change) to offer the most cost-effective solution.
• Drafting: Preparing the dossier and supporting documents according to standards.
• Representation: Submitting the dossier and working directly with the Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection.
• Monitoring: Tracking progress and handling explanations or supplementations.
• Advisory: Advising on maintaining testing conditions and complying with new biosafety regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions about Renewal of Pesticide Testing Permits

Below are frequently asked questions regarding the procedure for renewing a Pesticide Testing Permit:

What is the validity of the re-issued permit?

It retains the remaining validity period of the previously issued permit. Re-issuance does not grant a completely new term. (Legal Basis: Point a, Clause 3, Article 12, Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT).

Do I need a copy of the lost permit for re-issuance?

No. For lost permits, only the Request Form is required. The applicant is legally responsible for the truthfulness of the loss declaration. (Legal Basis: Point b, Clause 2, Article 57, Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013).

Does changing active ingredients qualify for re-issuance?

No. Changing active ingredients alters the technical nature of the pesticide, requiring a new testing registration, not a re-issuance. (Legal Basis: Clause 1, Article 57, Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013).

How many dossier sets are needed?

Only 01 set of the paper dossier (original) is required. (Legal Basis: Clause 1, Article 12, Circular 21/2015/TT-BNNPTNT).

Does changing the trade name qualify for re-issuance?

Yes. Provided the change does not alter the nature, components, or content of the originally registered pesticide. (Legal Basis: Clause 1, Article 57, Law on Plant Protection and Quarantine 2013).

Conclusion

The Re-issuance of Pesticide Testing Permit requires careful preparation. To ensure a smooth process and save time, please contact Long Phan Consulting Company via Hotline 1900636389 for professional support.