Hazardous waste
Find out about the process for importing and exporting hazardous waste.
New Zealand is party to several multilateral environmental agreements related to the import and export of hazardous waste. These agreements are in place to prevent harm to human health and the environment.
Exporting hazardous waste
You cannot export hazardous waste out of New Zealand without a permit from us.
Importing hazardous waste
If you want to import hazardous waste to New Zealand, both you and the exporter in the country of export need to be part of an application process.
Exporting electronic waste
Find out if your e-waste is considered waste and what steps you need to take to export it.
Current permit holders
See who currently holds a permit for the import and export of hazardous waste.