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
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.
- Log in to GoBusiness with your Singpass or Corppass
- Under the My Licences, "Due for Renewal", look for the Licence you wish to renew
- Click on 'Select Action" and "Renew"
- Complete the Renewal application form with your business details
- Upload all required supporting documents [refer to application guideline for the documents to be submitted]
- 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.
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
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Activity |
New Fee under GEWCA - 3 Years |
Bundled Fee under GEWCA - 3 Years |
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Transport |
$300 |
$760 |
$880 |
$1,020 |
$1,100 |
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Possession / Use |
$300 |
$620 |
$740 |
$880 |
$960 |
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Store |
$480 |
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Supply |
$300 |
Not Applicable |
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Dispose |
$480 |
Not Applicable |
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Manufacture |
$620 |
Not Applicable |
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Non-Renewable Licences
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Activity |
Licence Fee |
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Licence to Import or Export |
$40 per relevant consignment to be imported or exported under the licence |
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Gun transport licence (non-renewable) to convey any relevant consignment |
$40 per relevant consignment to be conveyed under the licence |
1.4 List of Licensed Explosive Precursor Disposal Companies
List of Explosive Precursor Disposal Companies
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S/N |
Company Name |
Type of Explosive Precursor |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
1.5 Application Guidelines
The following guidelines outline the requirements and documentation necessary for the application of an Explosive Precursor Licence:
- Guideline for Fit and Proper Criteria
- Guideline on Application for Explosive Precursor Licence
- Guideline on Application for Explosive Precursor Transport Licence
- Guideline on Preparing Safety and Security Plans
- Guideline on Class Licences for Schools under the GEWC (School Use - Class Licence) Order 2025
Advisory
1.6 Estimated Completion Time
1.7 Contact details