Pre-Manufacture and Pre-Importation Notification (PMPIN) of New Substance in the Philippines

In this post, we will help you understand what PMPIN is, what data is required for PMPIN and which substances are exempt from PMPIN.

Pre-Manufacture and Pre-Importation Notification (PMPIN) for new substances was authorized by the Republic Act 6969 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Control Act of 1990. Manufacturers and importers of a new substance that is not listed on PICCS are required to notify DENR-EMB(*) of their intent to manufacture or import the new substance not sooner than 180 days and not later than 90 days.

*DENR-EMB:The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB).

PMPIN Exemptions

The following substances are exempt from PMPIN.

• Chemicals and chemical substances included in PICCS;
• Small scale premises;
• Small quantity chemicals;
• Certain polymers and other substances exempt from PICCS requirements;
• Non-isolated intermediates;
• Articles;
• New chemicals manufactured exclusively for export;

Note: For small quantity of new substances(<1t/y) which are exempt from PMPIN, you must apply for Small Quantity Importation Certification (SQI). Even for substances listed listed on PICCS, you may apply for PICCS certification(not a compulsory requirement).

PMPIN: Types of Notification and Data Requirements

There are two types of PMPIN for new substances manufactured or imported with volume(>=1,000kg/y): abbreviated form and detailed form.

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