Block 17: Exporter & Generator Declaration
Block 17: Exporter & Generator Declaration
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Block 17 – Quick Reference
Exporter & Generator Declaration
The legal declaration that the notification is complete, accurate, and that contractual obligations and financial guarantees are in place.
Basel Basis
Article 6(1), Basel Convention; Annex V-A Block 17
Field Type
Legal declaration — signatures and certification
Required For
All Basel movements
What Block 17 Captures
Block 17 is the legal declaration that certifies three things: (1) all information in the notification is complete and correct to the best of the notifier's knowledge; (2) legally enforceable written contractual obligations have been entered into between all parties; and (3) applicable insurance or other financial guarantee is or will be in force covering the transboundary movement.
This block must be signedlast— after all other blocks are complete. Signing before completing the form undermines the certification and can create legal liability if errors are subsequently found.
How to Complete Block 17
1
Ensure every other block in the notification is complete
and reviewed before signing.
2
Confirm that a written contract
between the exporter, importer, and facility is in place or will be in place before the shipment departs.
3
Confirm that insurance or a financial guarantee
covering the movement is in place or arranged.
4
Enter the exporter/notifier's printed name
, sign, and date in DD.MM.YY format.
5
Obtain the waste generator's printed name, signature, and date
where practicable. If impracticable (e.g., multiple unknown generators), document the reason.
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Electronic Submissions
A digital signature is required for electronically submitted notifications. Check the importing country's accepted digital signature standards before submission.
Common Errors – Correct Approach
Wrong
Generator signature omitted without documented reason
Correct
Basel Convention requires generator signature where practicable — record the reason if genuinely impracticable
Wrong
Signing before all other blocks are complete
Correct
Block 17 certifies the entire form — always sign last
Wrong
No contract or insurance in place at time of signing
Correct
The declaration certifies these exist or will be in force — do not sign if they have not been arranged
Wrong
Date written in wrong format
Correct
Use DD.MM.YY — e.g., 21.02.26 for 21 February 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a stamped signature required or will a printed name suffice?
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A handwritten signature is required for paper submissions. Some countries additionally require a company stamp. Check the importing country's specific requirements.
Does the financial guarantee need to be submitted with the notification?
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Some countries require proof of insurance or guarantee to accompany the notification. Others accept the declaration alone. Check importing country requirements.
What constitutes a "legally enforceable written contractual obligation"?
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A signed contract between the exporter, importer, and receiving facility that governs the terms of the waste transfer, processing, and liability. This should be in place — or at minimum agreed in principle — before Block 17 is signed.
Supporting Documents
- vCOP8 Official Form and Completion Instructions — Block 17– Official Basel Convention documentation.
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DexMetal Expert Tip
Treat Block 17 as your quality gate. Before signing, run through the entire notification one final time. Competent authorities cannot unsee errors once a signed notification is in their hands — a well-reviewed form submitted once is faster than a corrected resubmission.
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