Title
Control of Precursors and Essential Chemicals
Law
Ddb Board Regulation No. 3, S. 1996
Decision Date
May 30, 1996
The Dangerous Drugs Board establishes stringent control measures for the importation and distribution of precursors and essential chemicals, requiring registration, reporting, and compliance to prevent illicit drug trafficking, in accordance with international conventions.
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Substances Regulated Under Table II

  • Acetic anhydride
  • Acetone
  • Anthranilic acid
  • Ethyl ether
  • Hydrochloric acid
  • Methyl ethyl ketone
  • Phenylacetic acid
  • Piperidine
  • Potassium permanganate
  • Sulphuric acid
  • Toluene
  • Includes all salts of the above substances when chemically possible

Control Measures for Importers, Distributors, and Wholesalers

  • Mandatory registration with the Control, Regulation and Intelligence Division of the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB)
  • Payment of licensing fees:
    • S-5-1 License: P360.00
    • S-4 License: P180.00
  • Submission of a Special Permit application (DDB Form No. 9-72) prior to importation
  • Quarterly reporting requirement detailing distribution, disposition, or usage of imported controlled substances
  • Annual forecast submission of controlled items anticipated to be imported
  • Itemized reporting of all imported controlled items including:
    • Date of importation
    • Quantity imported
    • Quantities received and not yet received
  • Subject to inspection of premises by DDB Drug Regulation Officers and deputized agents
  • Requirement to secure clearance from the Board when imported items are to be re-exported

Repeal of Inconsistent Regulations

  • All previous Board regulations inconsistent with this regulation are deemed amended or modified accordingly

Sanctions for Violations

  • Administrative sanctions for non-compliance
  • Criminal penalties may also be imposed where warranted

Effectivity

  • Regulation takes effect fifteen days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation

Legal Basis and Adoption

  • Issued pursuant to powers under Section 36 (a) of R.A. 6425 as amended
  • In conformity with Article 12 of the 1988 United Nations Convention Against Illicit Trafficking on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances
  • Ratified by the Philippine Senate on February 26, 1996
  • Adopted on May 30, 1996, and attested by the Secretary of Health and Executive Director of the DDB

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