Decree No. 55 of 1987 of the Ministerial Cabinet on the importation of substances dangerous to the human environment.

Subject

Waste & hazardous substances

Keyword

Authorization/permit Hazardous substances Offences/penalties International trade Hazardous waste Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Geographical area

Eastern Europe, Europe, European Union Countries

Entry into force notes

1 November 1987.

Abstract

The import of substances, products or derivative pollutant materials (waste material) which can no longer be used for their original purpose is prohibited. Waste material may be imported for further utilization on the basis of international contracts, and/or an authorization issued by the competent Environmental Protection Inspectorate, granted with the prior consent of the municipal district institute of the National Public Health and Medical Officer Service. The authorization of import of wast

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Hungarian

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Decree No. 180 of 2007 (VII. 3.) Korm. of the Government concerning transboundary shipment of waste.

Legislation | Hungary | 2007 (2013)

Keyword: Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings, Data collection/reporting, Hazardous waste, International trade, Transboundary movement of waste, Transport/storage

Source: FAO, FAOLEX