Requests for Approval of Chemicals

Requests for approval of chemicals to be used in the energy sector are forwarded to the Downstream and Retail Marketing Division. Companies requesting approvals are required to abide by the Ministry of Energy and Energy Industries Guidelines found in the “Procedure for the Approval of Oilfield and Industrial Chemicals” before Consideration is given for the chemical to be used within the energy sector in Trinidad and Tobago.
These guidelines stipulate mainly that information must be provided to the MEEI on the use of the chemical, the concentration to be used, the frequency of use, treatment/storage/disposal after use as well as verified laboratory reports on the chemical’s toxicity and biodegradability properties.

Persons requesting copies of the current listing of chemicals approved by the MEEI or the "Procedure for the Approval of Oilfield and Industrial Chemicals" can contact:

Ms. Karinsa Tulsie
Chemical Engineer I/II
Downstream & Retail Marketing Division
Level 23, Energy Tower
International Waterfront Centre
#1 Wrightson Road, Port of Spain
Tel:  623-6708 ext 2383
Fax: 627-1486