Shipping and disposing of ozone-depleting substances
To protect the Earth’s ozone layer, there are rules for shipping and disposing of ozone-depleting liquids and gases in New Zealand. Find out what you need to do here.
About ozone-depleting substances
Some substances damage the Earth’s ozone layer and the international community is working towards phasing them out. Find out more about these substances and New…
Products that can and cannot be imported into New Zealand
If you are planning to import ozone-depleting substances – either as a bulk consignment of gas or within goods (like refrigerants) – you can only do so under li…
Apply to import ozone-depleting substances
You must apply for a permit to import methyl bromide or an exemption to import other ozone-depleting substances. Find out how to do this here.
Exporting ozone-depleting substances
Ozone-depleting substances can be exported under certain conditions and you must apply to us for a permit first.
Disposing of ozone-depleting substances
It is illegal to release certain ozone-depleting substances into the atmosphere. Take care when disposing of old appliances and equipment.
New Zealand’s reporting on ozone-depleting substances
Your information contributes to New Zealand’s annual international reporting on ozone-depleting substances.