Precursors
Below you will find more information about this legislation, the possible consequences for your order, and how DutchChems handles checks, documentation and suspicious transactions.
Explosives precursors
Explosives precursors are substances that can be used legitimately, but can also be misused to manufacture explosives. The sale and availability of these substances are regulated by European legislation and the Dutch Explosives Precursors Act.
The detailed page explains more about List 1 and List 2, sales restrictions, licences, registration, and the obligations of suppliers and customers.
Drug precursors
Drug precursors are chemical raw materials that can be used in the illegal production of narcotics. The trade, storage, import, export and documentation of these substances are governed by European legislation and the Dutch Prevention of Chemicals Abuse Act.
The detailed page explains more about the categories under the Wvmc, examples of regulated substances, documentation requirements and retention periods.
Suspicious transactions involving chemicals
DutchChems is required to report suspicious or unusual transactions involving chemicals. This may apply to unusual orders, unclear customer details, missing documentation, loss or theft.
The detailed page explains how DutchChems assesses suspicious transactions, which information may be recorded and when a report is made.
Why this information is important
DutchChems aims to clearly inform customers about products that may be subject to additional legal obligations. For certain substances, we may request additional details, the intended use, company information, a licence or supporting documentation.
If information is missing or does not sufficiently correspond to the product, an order may be reviewed, placed on hold or refused. In a suspicious or unusual situation, DutchChems may submit a report to the Dutch Chemical Suspicious Transactions Reporting Centre.
This page provides a general overview for information purposes only. Rules concerning precursors may change. Always consult the official publications of the Dutch government, NCTV, Customs or EUR-Lex for current legislation and regulations.
Sources:
NCTV – Legislation and regulations on explosives precursors
Dutch Customs – Information on drug precursors
Dutch Customs – Reporting a suspicious chemicals transaction
