Importer/Consignee (Movement Block 4)
Block 4: Importer-Consignee Information
← Basel Knowledge Hub/Basel Movement Guide/ Block 4
Block 4 – Quick Reference
Importer-Consignee Information
Identifies the approved importer/consignee receiving the shipment.
Basel Basis
Article 6 and Annex V-B
Field Type
Receiving legal entity
Required For
All Basel movements
What Block 4 Captures
Block 4 confirms who is legally authorized to receive the waste in destination state.
It must align with import approvals and the consented movement chain.
How to Complete Block 4
1
Use consignee legal name as shown in approved documents.
2
Enter verified destination address and contacts.
3
Confirm permits cover declared waste stream.
4
Cross-check consistency with customs and facility records.
⚠️
Consignee Errors Delay Release
Incorrect consignee identity often causes customs holds and authority clarification requests.
Common Errors – Correct Approach
Wrong
Using a forwarding warehouse as consignee without approval.
Correct
Use the approved legal consignee.
Wrong
Address mismatch across records.
Correct
Keep destination details identical across files.
Wrong
Unpermitted consignee for waste stream.
Correct
Confirm permit scope before dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can consignee differ from treatment facility?
▼
Yes, where legal chain requires separate entities.
Must consignee phone/email be current?
▼
Yes, authorities may verify directly.
Can consignee change after approval?
▼
Only through formal variation with competent authorities.
Supporting Documents
- Doc 2: Importer/Consignee Authorization Reference- Model legal framework for permits, licenses and compliance controls.
- US EPA Import-side Transboundary Agreement Overview- International hazardous waste shipment control overview.
💡
DexMetal Expert Tip
Validate this block against your approved notification package before dispatch to reduce avoidable authority queries and shipment delays.
← Back to
Block 3: Exporter-Notifier Information
Next →
Block 5: Actual Quantity (Weight/Volume)
Need Help Completing Your Movement Document?
DexMetal’s Basel compliance tools guide you through every movement block with practical validation support.