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Precursor chemical import and export authorisation wallchart

This chart shows the regulation of precursor chemicals in the UK.

From:
Home Office
Published:
5 June 2013
Last updated:
15 September 2026 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

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Precursor chemical export and import authorisation requirements

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Precursor chemical import and export authorisation wallchart

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Details

This chart outlines the authorisation requirements for importing chemicals into the UK and the requirements for exporting them to different countries across the world.

This chart is a general guide only and should not be taken as a replacement for the relevant regulations and guidelines. For enquiries please email dflu.ie@homeoffice.gov.uk or telephone 0300 105 0248.

Updates to this page

Published 5 June 2013
Last updated 15 September 2026 Show all updates

  1. Updated the email and telephone number under 'Details'.

  2. The wallchart has been updated.

  3. The wallchart has been updated.

  4. Import-export licensing wallchart updated to reflect changes to legislation since the UK left the EU.

  5. Updated wall chart added to page. It shows requirements from 1 January 2021.

  6. Updated wallchart published.

  7. New wall chart added.

  8. Revised wallchart.

  9. Updated wallchart.

  10. Updated wallchart published.

  11. Wallchart updated.

  12. Updated wallchart published.

  13. Updated wallchart published.

  14. Updated wallchart published.

  15. Updated wallchart published.

  16. Updated wallchart (September 2015)

  17. Updated with January 2014 version.

  18. Updated September 2013

  19. Chart updated August 2013

  20. First published.

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