Ministerial Order No. 004/2021 of 12/02/2021 Governing the Use of Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer or May Cause Climate Change.

This Order regulates substances that deplete the ozone layer or contribute to climate change. It applies to controlled substances and to products and equipment containing or relying on those substances. The Order outlines various regulations concerning controlled substances, including prohibitions on certain substances and equipment, phased-out substances, and the discharge of controlled substances into the environment. It establishes compliance measures and requirements for importing, exporting, recovering, maintaining, repairing, reclaiming, or recycling these substances. Additionally, it details the application process for authorization, the validity and obligations of authorization holders, and provisions for temporary suspension or revocation of authorizations. The Order also includes guidelines for setting and communicating annual import quotas, labeling requirements, and the management and reporting of controlled substances. The text contains 22 Articles.