Singapore NEA circular announces phase‑out/ban of chlorpyrifos, MCCPs (≥45% chlorine by weight) and LC‑PFCAs (C9–C21) from 16 Dec 2026 (including products containing them)

Singapore’s National Environment Agency (NEA) issued an industry circular titled “Updates on the phase-out of chlorpyrifos, MCCPs (chlorination levels ≥45% chlorine by weight), and LC‑PFCAs under the Stockholm Convention.” The circular states that from 16 Dec 2026, the manufacture, import and export of these POPs—and products containing them—will not be allowed in Singapore. It also notes that stock depletion is allowed for stocks imported before 16 Dec 2026, and that traders must use specified HS codes and NEA product codes in TradeNet permit applications (subject to Chemical Control & Management Department approval). Compliance teams should assess affected products/mixtures, update import/export classifications and permitting processes, and plan supply chain substitutions ahead of the 16 Dec 2026 cutoff.