Disposal/Recovery Certification (Movement Block 19)
Block 19: Certification of Disposal/Recovery
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Block 19 – Quick Reference
Certification of Disposal/Recovery
Provides final certified proof that approved treatment operation was completed.
Basel Basis
Annex V-B and completion obligations
Field Type
Final completion certification
Required For
All Basel movements
What Block 19 Captures
Block 19 closes the movement lifecycle and confirms treatment completion under approved terms.
This certification is often required before financial guarantee release.
How to Complete Block 19
1
Obtain authorized facility certification after treatment completion.
2
Record completion date and confirmed operation details.
3
Issue certification to required parties and authorities on time.
4
Retain auditable completion evidence for compliance records.
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No Block 19 = Movement Not Legally Closed
Missing final certification can keep guarantees locked and trigger enforcement concerns.
Common Errors – Correct Approach
Wrong
Certification not returned to exporter/authorities.
Correct
Distribute final certification within required timeline.
Wrong
Certified operation differs from approved code.
Correct
Certify only actual approved operation completed.
Wrong
Late issuance without explanation.
Correct
Document timeline and corrective actions where delayed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Block 19 financially important?
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It is commonly required before guarantee/bond release.
Who signs Block 19?
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Authorized facility representative after completion.
What if completion is partial?
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Document status clearly and follow authority instructions before final closure.
Supporting Documents
- Doc 19: Certification of Disposal/Recovery Instructions- OECD decision text and movement/operation code instructions.
- Doc 17: Financial Guarantee Completion Context- Article 6 guidance on financial guarantees and consent obligations.
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DexMetal Expert Tip
Validate this block against your approved notification package before dispatch to reduce avoidable authority queries and shipment delays.
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