In order to protect the non-renewable resources and the environment, and control the severe damage caused by exploration of natural sand resources, Ministry of Commerce and General Administration of Customs issued Announcement No. 16, 2006 to stop export of natural sand （2505100000、2505900000） as from May 1, 2006.

In order to offer more time for enterprises to establish new operation channels and to adjust operation styles, Announcement No. 16, 2006 shall be postponed. The specific implementation date shall be notified later.

Ministry of Commerce
General Administration of Customs
April 24, 2006