Environment
What are the tasks of Customs in the area of the Environment? That information is given in this part of the website.
Imports and exports of radioactive substances and nuclear materials
The import, export and transport of radioactive substances and nuclear materials are subject to strict rules.
Transport of dangerous substances
Transporting dangerous substances is subject to national and international rules.
Environmentally hazardous substances
The Dutch Chemical Substances Act ('Wet milieugevaarlijke stoffen') lays down rules to protect humans and the environment against hazardous substances and preparations (including substances that deplete the ozone layer, cadmium-containing products, certain mineral oils, certain chemicals, fireworks).
Waste materials
Customs controls the international transport of waste substances.