Block 5: Total Intended Quantity
Block 5: Total Intended Quantity
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Block 5 – Quick Reference
Total Intended Quantity
Declares the total weight or volume of waste covered by this notification — the cumulative ceiling across all planned shipments.
Basel Basis
Article 6(1), Basel Convention; Annex V-A Block 5
Field Type
Quantity — weight in tonnes (Mg) or volume in m³
Required For
All Basel movements
What Block 5 Captures
Declares the total weight or volume of waste covered by this notification — the cumulative ceiling across all planned shipments. For general notifications (Block 3 A(ii)), this figure represents the maximum total across all individual movements. Individual movement documents must not cause the running total to exceed this declared ceiling.
How to Complete Block 5
1
Enter weight in tonnes (Mg).
1 tonne = 1,000 kg. This is the preferred unit.
2
If weight cannot be determined, enter volume in m³.
1 m³ = 1,000 litres.
3
If using kilograms or litres instead, cross out the printed unit
on the form and write the actual unit used clearly.
4
For general notifications (Block 3 A(ii)):
this figure is the maximum cumulative total across all planned shipments. Individual movement documents must not push the running total beyond this figure.
5
For general notifications, attach a schedule
of expected individual shipment quantities as an annex.
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Cumulative Total Enforcement
Transit authorities verify that cumulative quantities across all movement documents do not exceed the Block 5 ceiling. Exceeding this total without amending the notification is a common violation.
Common Errors – Correct Approach
Wrong
Using kg without noting the unit change on the form
Correct
Cross out "Tonnes (Mg)" on the form and write "kg" clearly if using kilograms
Wrong
Underestimating total on a general notification
Correct
Cumulative total of all movement documents must not exceed Block 5 — budget generously
Wrong
Both tonnes and m³ left blank
Correct
At least one unit must be completed
Supporting Documents
- vCOP8 Official Form and Completion Instructions — Block 5– Official Basel Convention form and guidance for Block 5 completion.
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DexMetal Expert Tip
For general notifications, declare 15–20% more than your best quantity estimate. Operational volumes vary — exceeding the declared total forces a new notification mid-operation, causing shipment delays and additional authority processing time.
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