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Apply Explosive Precursor Licence

Please ensure that you have read all the necessary information before applying. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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Content Overview

Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control Act 2021 (GEWCA)

Under the GEWCA, the following list of chemicals are regulated as “explosive precursor”:

1.    Ammonium nitrate, or any mixture of components one of which is ammonium nitrate, but not including —

(a)  aqueous solutions containing less than 60%, weight in weight, of ammonium nitrate; or

(b)  any material in solid form comprising a mixture of components, one of which is ammonium nitrate, where the nitrogen content derived from ammonium nitrate is less than 28% by weight of the said mixture.

2.    Ammonium perchlorate.

3.    Barium nitrate, not including preparations and solutions containing less than 10%, weight in weight, of barium nitrate.

4.    Guanidine nitrate.

5.    Hydrogen peroxide, not including preparations and solutions containing not more than 20%, weight in weight, of hydrogen peroxide.

6.    Potassium chlorate.

7.    Potassium nitrate, not including preparations and solutions containing less than 5%, weight in weight, of potassium nitrate or a combination of both potassium nitrate and sodium nitrate.

8.    Potassium nitrite, not including aqueous solutions containing less than 5%, weight in weight, of potassium nitrite.

9.    Potassium perchlorate.

10. Sodium chlorate.

11. Sodium nitrate, not including preparations and solutions containing less than 5%, weight in weight, of sodium nitrate or a combination of both sodium nitrate and potassium nitrate.

12. Sodium nitrite, not including aqueous solutions containing less than 5%, weight in weight, of sodium nitrite.

13. Sodium perchlorate.

14. Perchloric acid.

15. Tetranitromethane.

1.1 Apply Explosive Precursors Licence

Apply

To apply for the Licence, you will need to visit GoBusiness webpage, which will require you to sign in using your Individual SingPass or Company Corppass.

The process may take about 15-20 minutes to complete.

Processing Time

About 30 days from the receipt of the application, processing fee (if required) and the necessary documents. Any incomplete or incorrect submission will delay the processing timeline.

You will be notified of the outcome via email from GoBusiness. Alternatively, you can login to GoBusiness to view your application status.

Licence Type Description
Possession / Use Permits possession and use of specified explosive precursors. For entities with legitimate industrial/commercial needs.
Storage Authorises storage at approved facilities with required safety and security measures.
Supply Permits sale/distribution to licensed entities. For approved chemical suppliers/distributors.
Manufacture Allows production/processing of explosive precursors. Limited to approved manufacturers with proper safety protocols and security measures.
Dispose Permits disposal of explosive precursors through approved methods. For qualified entities with proper disposal facilities.
Transport Allows movement of precursors between approved locations. For authorised transporters with proper safety measures.

Relevant Regulations under the GEWCA:

  • Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control (Explosives and Explosive Precursors) Regulations 2025
  • Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control (Transporting Explosive Precursors — Class Licence) Order 2025
  • Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control (Explosive Precursor Disposal — Class Licence) Order 2025
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1.2 Renewal of Licence

Renewal of Licence

The renewal window for licences will open in GoBusiness around 4 months before the expiry date of the licence.

To apply for Renewal of Licence, you will need to visit GoBusiness webpage, which will require you to sign in using your Individual SingPass or Company Corppass.

  1. Log in to GoBusiness with your Singpass or Corppass
  2. Under the My Licences, "Due for Renewal", look for the Licence you wish to renew
  3. Click on 'Select Action" and "Renew"
  4. Complete the Renewal application form with your business details
  5. Upload all required supporting documents [refer to application guideline for the documents to be submitted]
  6. Review your application and submit the application

The process may take about 15-20 minutes to complete.

 

Processing Time 

About 30 days from the receipt of the application, processing fee (if required) and the necessary documents. Any incomplete or incorrect submission will delay the processing timeline.

You will be notified of the outcome via email from GoBusiness. Alternatively, you can login to GoBusiness to view your application status.

 

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    1.3 Explosive Precursor Licence Fees

    GEWCA Explosive Precursor Licence Fees

    The full list of Licence Fees related to Explosive Precursor is under the Fee Schedule of the Guns, Explosives and Weapons Control (Explosives and Explosive Precursors) Regulations 2025

    Please click here to download the Full List of Licence Fees, extracted from the GEWCA Regulations

    GEWCA Licence Fees for Explosive Precursor

    Activity

    New Fee under GEWCA - 3 Years

    Bundled Fee under GEWCA - 3 Years

    Transport

    $300

    $760

    $880

    $1,020

    $1,100

    Possession / Use

    $300

    $620

    $740

    $880

    $960

    Store

    $480

    Supply

    $300

    Not Applicable

    Dispose

    $480

    Not Applicable

    Manufacture

    $620

    Not Applicable

    Non-Renewable Licences

    Activity

    Licence Fee

    Licence to Import or Export

    $40 per relevant consignment to be imported or exported under the licence

    Gun transport licence (non-renewable) to convey any relevant consignment

    $40 per relevant consignment to be conveyed under the licence

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    1.4 List of Licensed Explosive Precursor Disposal Companies

    List of Explosive Precursor Disposal Companies

    S/N

    Company Name

    		 Type of Explosive Precursor

    1

    ECO Special Waste Management Pte Ltd

    21 Tuas View Circuit Singapore 637358

    Contact

    Tel: 6517 3653

    Fax: 6863 7813

    Email: sales@eco.com.sg
    1. Ammonium Nitrate
    2. Ammonium Perchlorate
    3. Barium Nitrate
    4. Guanidine Nitrate
    5. Hydrogen Peroxide
    6. Perchloric Acid
    7. Potassium Chlorate
    8. Potassium Nitrate
    9. Potassium Nitrite
    10. Potassium Perchlorate
    11. Sodium Chlorate
    12. Sodium Nitrate
    13. Sodium Nitrite
    14. Sodium Perchlorate
    15. Tetranitromethane

    2

    Chem-Solv Technologies Pte Ltd

    29/31, Pioneer Sector 2, Tuas, Singapore 628385 / 628387

    Contact

    Tel: 68614277 / 68614278

    Fax: 68618151 / 68978856

    Email: quickfit@chemsolvtech.com

    3

    Veolia ES Singapore Industrial Pte Ltd

    15 Tuas View Circuit Singapore 636966

    Contact

    Hotline: +65 6970 5100

    Email: hwsales.sg@veolia.com

    Updated on 1 Aug 2025

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    1.5 Application Guidelines

    The following guidelines outline the requirements and documentation necessary for the application of an Explosive Precursor Licence:

    Advisory

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