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Examen de las políticas comerciales
Último Examen de las Políticas Comerciales (Informe de la Secretaría de la OMC) WT/TPR/S/303/Rev.2
A. Importación prohibiciones, restricciones y licencias de importación
3.46.
In accordance with the Customs Act 2011, the import or export of some products may be prohibited on the basis of, inter alia, protection of public morals; protection of human, animal, plant life or health; or protection of the environment. The authorities may restrict the exportation of some domestic materials if deemed necessary to ensure that essential quantities are available to domestic industries. Prohibition measures may also be imposed for the purpose of conservation of exhaustible natural resources.
3.47.
As a party to the Montreal Protocol, Sierra Leone prohibits the import and export of products containing ozone-depleting substances. These include non-CFC-free refrigerators, air conditioners, vehicles, and aerosol products (except medical aerosols).[71] The importation of halon for firefighting is prohibited, except for the army, the police, and the airport and the port authorities. The Environmental Protection Agency may issue permits for the importation of some ozone-depleting substances if it is satisfied that the applicant has adequate facilities to handle them without causing damage to the environment. Imports and exports are allowed only if they originate in, or are to be exported to a country that is party to the Protocol.
3.48.
Trade in counterfeit or pirated products may be challenged by holders of intellectual property rights (section 3.3.8). Permits, licences or other approval procedures may apply to imports of drugs, arms and ammunition, and hazardous products (e.g. caustic soda). Imports of counterfeit drugs, expired foodstuffs, and substandard goods are prohibited. Such goods, if seized, are systematically destroyed.
3.49.
In accordance with the 2011 Finance Act, importation of right-hand-drive vehicles is subject to an environmental impact assessment licence, and to a surcharge of 40% of the c.i.f. value. The 2011 Road Traffic Regulation prohibits their importation.
B. Exportación prohibiciones y restricciones
3.56.
The authorities may implement restrictions on exports for various reasons, including health, safety, and environment-related. In order to encourage farmers to export, the 2004 Investment Promotion Act abolished the licensing requirement for exports of locally produced goods, with the exception of gold, diamonds, and occasionally, some selected goods and materials (currently, scrap metals). Exports of traditional commodities, such as cocoa, coffee, and rubber are subject to a permit. Permits are issued automatically, at no cost to the trader.
3.57.
Gold and diamond exporters are required to obtain a licence from the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources. As a member of the Kimberley Process, Sierra Leone is required to certify that all shipments of rough diamonds are "conflict-free". The Kimberley Process Certificate is issued by the Directorate of Precious Minerals Trading (in the Mines and Minerals Agency). There is no separate fee for the certificate. It is covered by the annual diamond exporters' fee of US$1,500.
3.58.
In accordance with the Montreal Protocol, the exportation of ozone-depleting substances is prohibited. The National Drugs Control Act 2008 contains, in its First Schedule, a list of prohibited drugs. The transport, import or export of these drugs is considered an offence, and liable to conviction.
3.59.
Exports of raw logs have been banned since 2008. Due to environmental regulations, a special permit from the ministry in charge of natural resources is required for the exportation of plants and charcoal.[73]
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