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Frequently Asked Questions on the new POPs' listing
Entry into force of the amendments to the Stockholm Convention <br/>with respect to decisions SC-4/10 to SC-4/18 and SC-5/3
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What are the new POPs?
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When will the amendments to Annexes A, B and C enter into force?
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What is the legal status of the new POPs prior to the entry into force of the amendments?
Necessary actions after the entry into force of the amendments
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Is there any additional guidance on new POPs and on NIPs?
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Will Parties receive financial support for the review and update of their NIPs?
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Should a Party work on legislating/regulating a POP chemical even if it is not producing/using it?
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When do Parties need to review and update their National Implementation Plans (NIPs)?
Registering for exemptions
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Has any Party that has made a declaration in accordance with paragraph 4 of Article 25 deposited its instrument of ratification, acceptance, approval or accession with respect to the amendments concerning decisions SC-4/10 to SC-4/18?
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Has any Party notified that it is unable to accept the amendments concerning decisions SC-4/10 to SC-4/18?
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How and when do Parties have to submit notifications for specific exemptions for the newly listed POPs?
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How and when do Parties have to notify their intention to allow the production and/or use of PFOS and PFOSF for acceptable purposes?
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Do I need to notify my intention to commercialise a manufactured product using PFOS and PFOSF?
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Has any Party notified that it is unable to accept the amendments concerning decisions SC-4/10 to SC-4/18?
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Does the Secretariat have educational material for schools?
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