consignment note

You must keep a copy of all consignment notes for three years.

It may also be given on the packing list, consignment note or other commercial document.

Since 28 September 2011, there has been one type of consignment note for both single and multiple collections.

Only the new consignment notes and procedures are valid for use from this date.

There are only a very few exceptions where consignment notes are not needed.

A single document which serves as both a Customs declaration and a consignment note.

You will still need to use consignment notes.

The waste must be accompanied by a consignment note until it reaches its final destination.

You can also use electronic versions of consignment notes.

When you move hazardous waste from your premises it must be accompanied by a consignment note.

A consignment note must be completed to accompany hazardous waste when it is moved from any premises.

If the waste is classified as hazardous waste, you must complete a consignment note.

You must still complete a consignment note.

For pack information and costs see our page on ordering hazardous waste consignment notes:

The consignment note is not a negotiable instrument, nor is it a document of title.

Exporters seem to be unaware the first 15 boxes on the consignment note should be completed by them.

Exceptions are explained in consignment note below.

Find out about consignment note procedures and the role of the producer, carrier and consignee.

The rest accepted the waste on the basis of the labelling on the containers or its consignment note.

This is different from a waste transfer note or hazardous waste consignment note.

Consignment note Invoices Store or factory records showing removal.

However, that right ceases when the second copy of the consignment note has been handed over to the original designated consignee.

This will be included as a waste description provided with the carrier's duty of care waste transfer or consignment note.

New consignment notes can be downloaded from this page and paper copies can be ordered.

They are usually printed as the fine print behind the shipping documents like bill of lading, air way bill, or consignment note.