Key practical points:
• Precursor chemicals are classified into categories subject to licences and permits by type.
• Producing, selling, or buying these substances requires a licence or registration and accurate records.
• Transporting them by road usually requires a transport permit from the public security authority.
• Import and export are subject to special licensing and customs control.
• Possessing large quantities without a permit may be treated as a drug-related offence.
• Industrial companies and laboratories should check whether their materials appear on the controlled lists.
🚔 Criminal
Regulations on the Administration of Precursor Chemicals · Yalla China
易制毒化学品管理条例 / Regulations on the Administration of Precursor Chemicals
Enacted: 2005-08-26 ✅ Effective: 2005-11-01
📝 Overview
These regulations govern the production, trade, transport, import, and export of chemicals that can be used to make drugs. The goal is to prevent their diversion into illicit production. Issued by the State Council.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If your work involves industrial chemicals, confirm whether they are listed as precursors, since licences and records are mandatory. When in doubt, consult the local public security authority before buying or transporting. This is general orientation, not legal advice.
📎 Official source
State Council / gov.cn
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026