Licence to possess or sell drug precursor chemicals

Business: Licences

    You need a licence from the Home Office to possess or sell drug precursor chemicals

    You must get a licence from the Home Office if you possess or sell drug precursor chemicals.

    The Home Office will consider your competence and integrity when they decide if you can have a licence or not.

    Fines and penalties

    Your licence could be revoked or suspended if:

    • the Home Office believes you no longer meet the competency and integrity criteria
    • you have failed to follow licence conditions

    You could be fined or imprisoned, or both if you:

    • possess or sell scheduled substances without a licence
    • possess or sell scheduled substances without being registered
    • don’t appoint a responsible officer
    • don’t follow any documentation, labelling, or notification requirements
    Apply for a licence to sell drug precursor chemicals