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Licence and registration application information for companies that deal in precursor chemicals.
Controlled drugs and precursor chemicals licensing fees information for individuals and companies.
Guidance for the public and businesses on using, storing and selling explosives precursors and poisons, as well as how to apply for a licence.
Guidance on domestic licensing requirements.
Guidance on the European Union regulation on explosives precursors, including licensing, labelling and reporting suspicious activity
This page provides information on the management of High Heat Generating Waste (HHGW) prior to disposal.
Annual statistical returns form for controlled drug licence holders.
Form to notify of the theft or loss of controlled drugs or precursor chemicals.
This chart shows the regulation of precursor chemicals in the UK.
Controlled chemicals, drug precursor chemicals and hazardous chemicals.
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