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Basel compliance for cross-bordere-Waste trade
Navigate classification, Prior Informed Consent, competent authorities, and cross-border shipment requirements with operator-focused guidance.
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Basel guidance and resources
Every tool is free. No account required. Built from 20 years of Basel operator experience.
“Is my shipment restricted under Basel?”
Shipment Eligibility Check
Use free →“What documents do I need for this export?”
Basel Navigator
Use free →“Does my destination country require Prior Informed Consent?”
PIC Status Checker
Use free →“Which Basel Annex does my material fall under?”
Waste Classification Tool
Use free →“How do I calculate ULAB batch weights for notification?”
ULAB Calculator
Use free →“Who is the competent authority for my destination country?”
Basel CA API
Use free →Basel Compliance Solutions Provider
20+ years of Basel operator experience —
built into every tool.
Knowledge Hub
Plain-language Basel guides and country requirements
Basel Navigator
Generate notification and movement documents
Basel Checklist
Prepare your shipment step by step
Basel CA API
Find the competent authority for any country
How DexMetal Works
Built for cross-border operators
What is DexMetal?
A compliance platform built by Basel operators with 20+ years of real notification experience — giving you the tools, data, and guidance to move hazardous waste legally across borders.
Who is it for?
Exporters, recyclers, brokers, and compliance teams managing cross-border e-waste and battery shipments under the Basel Convention across 182 countries.
Follow the Basel workflow
Follow the operator walkthrough — from first notification document to competent authority approval. Step by step, in plain language.
View the workflow guide →Circular Economy Workflow
Four stages that turn compliance into a competitive advantage
Stage 1
Recover
Capture electronics, batteries, and metal-bearing fractions before value is lost to disposal.
Stage 2
Classify
Map materials to the correct Basel codes, control status, and documentation requirements.
Stage 3
Move
Coordinate notification forms, movement documents, and PIC approvals across borders.
Stage 4
Monetize
Convert compliant circular trade into reliable revenue, stronger partnerships, and repeatable workflows.
Basel Industry Intelligence
What operators are reading today
Engineering News
Invitation & Pitch: WEEE Sector Infrastructure, Compliance & Data Needs at 5-Year EPR Mark - Engineering News
Sep 16, 2026
Inquirer.net
Another US e-waste shipment intercepted in Subic - Inquirer.net
Aug 22, 2026
WebWire
WEEE need to talk about prevention to fix Europe’s e-waste rules - WebWire
Aug 20, 2026
Free Resource
The e-Waste Operator's Compliance Playbook
Field-tested guidance covering notification documents, movement docs, waste codes, PIC procedure, and country-by-country requirements — distilled from 20+ years of Basel compliance practice.
Latest Posts
Practical insight from the front lines of Basel trade
Industry Insights
Basel Notification: Submission & Country Rules
June 28, 2026
Part 2 of the Basel notification guide covers submission procedures, country-specific CA rules, and movement document requirements.
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Industry Insights
Basel Notification Guide: Documents & Structure
June 21, 2026
Step-by-step Basel Convention notification preparation covering required documents, form structure, and compliance checks for e-waste exporters.
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Industry Insights
Prior Informed Consent Is Not a Checkbox on a Cert
May 22, 2026
PIC is government authorization, not supplier paperwork. Learn what Basel Article 6 actually requires before your shipment moves.
Read more →“With the right guidance and tools, compliance becomes your competitive advantage. We'll show you how to turn regulatory complexity into clear workflows that actually help grow your business.”