Block 1: Notification Number
Block 1: Notification Number
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Block 1 – Quick Reference
Notification Number
Records the approved Basel notification reference that legally authorizes the shipment.
Basel Basis
Annex V-B
Field Type
Authority-issued reference
Required For
All Basel movements
What Block 1 Captures
Block 1 links the shipment to an approved consent package. Authorities, customs, carriers, and receiving facilities use this number to verify legal status.
If this number is wrong or inconsistent across documents, the movement can be held, rejected, or escalated as a compliance risk.
How to Complete Block 1
1
Use the exact notification number from the authority consent.
Do not substitute internal shipment IDs.
2
Match formatting exactly.
Keep punctuation, country codes, and year sequence unchanged.
3
Keep Block 1 consistent across all shipment documents.
Movement document, transport papers, and internal logs should align.
4
Verify before dispatch.
Confirm the number still matches the latest approved consent revision.
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Wrong Number = Broken Traceability
If Block 1 does not match the approved notification reference, the shipment can be delayed at customs or rejected during compliance review.
Common Errors – Correct Approach
Wrong
Using internal load ID in Block 1
Correct
Use authority-issued notification reference only
Wrong
Minor character changes in code format
Correct
Copy exact code from consent letter
Wrong
Updating one document but not others
Correct
Sync Block 1 across all shipment records
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one notification number cover multiple shipments?
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Yes, if the consent explicitly authorizes multiple shipments and Block 2 sequence tracking is correctly maintained.
Can I amend Block 1 after dispatch?
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Only through documented correction workflow with relevant parties. Changes should never conceal original entry history.
What is the fastest QA check for Block 1?
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Compare the value in Block 1 against the latest consent PDF and one transport document before release.
Supporting Documents
- Doc 19: Movement Document Template (Annex V-B)- OECD decision text and movement/operation code instructions.
- Doc 18: Corresponding Notification Number Rules- Official Annex V-A/V-B forms and completion instructions.
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DexMetal Expert Tip
Create a one-click copy source for the authority-issued notification number in your shipment checklist to reduce transcription errors.
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