Block 2: Importer-Consignee Information
Block 2: Importer-Consignee Information
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Block 2 — Quick Reference
Importer-Consignee Information
Identifies the legal entity responsible for waste upon entry into the country of import.
Basel Article
Annex VII
ID Type
Legal entity identifier
Required For
All import notifications
What Block 2 Captures
Block 2 identifies the Importer-Consignee — the entity legally responsible for the waste once it enters the jurisdiction of the country of import.
This party is often the same as the disposal or recovery facility listed in Block 10, but as specified in vCOP8 (Section IV, Paragraph 15), the importer may also be a recognized trader, broker, or corporate headquarters. The primary requirement is that the importer must be under the jurisdiction of the country of import and maintain direct legal control over the waste at the moment of arrival.
How to Complete Block 2
1
Confirm importer jurisdiction.
Verify the importer is legally registered in the country of import.
2
Enter full legal entity name.
Match official regulatory filings exactly — no abbreviations unless on the license.
3
Verify facility address.
Provide the primary place of business or processing location — not a P.O. Box.
4
Include direct contact details.
Add verified phone, fax, and named contact person for customs communication.
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Importer Must Be Legally Registered
The importer must be legally registered in the country of import — not just the final destination facility. A facility address and importer legal identity are not always the same, and mismatches cause notifications to be returned by the competent authority.
Common Errors → Correct Approach
❌ Wrong
Listing a broker without legal “possession or control”
✅ Correct
Broker must assume full liability under vCOP8
❌ Wrong
Using headquarters address when subsidiary is the importer
✅ Correct
Use the local subsidiary’s registered address
❌ Wrong
Providing a P.O. Box as the facility address
✅ Correct
Physical address of the processing or storage facility
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a broker be listed as importer?
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Yes, but only if the broker has legal “possession or control” of the waste and assumes full liability under vCOP8. The broker must be registered in the country of import.
What if the importer and disposal facility are different?
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This is common. Block 2 identifies the importer while Block 10 identifies the disposal/recovery facility. Both must be legally registered in their respective jurisdictions.
Is a P.O. Box acceptable?
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No. The address must denote the primary place of business or the specific location where the waste will be initially processed or stored. P.O. Boxes are not acceptable.
Supporting Documents
- Doc 2: Consignee Import License- Model legal framework for permits, licenses and compliance controls.
- Doc 18.1: National Notification Form (NZ example)- Reference document for this block requirement.
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DexMetal Expert Tip
For ULAB imports into developing markets, verify the importer holds a valid waste import license separate from standard business registration. Many jurisdictions require a separate environmental import permit.
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