Let's learn about Latin American regulations and policy.
After this course, you will have an understanding of the regulatory requirements around registration of chemicals under the new REACH-inspired schemes in CHILE, COLOMBIA, and PERU. This is essential information for any company selling or manufacturing industrial chemical products in the region.
Chemical Registration Regulations
Latin American countries are on the move to enact modern chemical management regulations inspired by EU REACH, US TSCA and Canada CMP. Because membership in the OECD hinges on adoption of a national chemical inventory system, Chile, Colombia, and Peru have all enacted regulations since 2021.
Although each country's system is based on international models, each one is different and detailed enough to require a closer look to understand what a chemical manufacturer, importer, or distributor should know in order to guarantee market access for their products.
Decree 57/2021
Chile's chemical registration requirements are found in a major new decree that also adopts the GHS. The deadlines for registration are phased-in starting with industrial chemical substances in August of 2024.
Decree 1630/2021
Colombia's regulation requires registration of hazardous industrial substances as defined by the GHS. Unlike Chile, the Colombian system has been open for registration since 2022. All covered substances manufactured or imported into the country over the annual threshold need to be registered by May 2025.
Legislative Decree 1570/2023
Peru's regulation is the newest of the Latin American chemical management standards. It sets out the outlines of the new chemical registration system and obligations for manufacturers, importers, and distributors.
FAQs for the Crash Course
Who is it for?
Anyone with responsibility for chemicals exported to or manufactured in Latin America.
What does it cover?
Learn all about the new REACH-inspired chemical regulations adopted in Chile, Colombia, and Peru – from exemptions to deadlines, from online platforms to the role of the foreign manufacturer.
How is the course offered?
The course is offered on the Teachable platform with both on-demand video content and downloadable PDF written report all in English. All the materials are broken down into easy-to-follow sections.
When is the course offered?
Access the course any time you want – and complete it entirely at your own pace with the modular format videos and written reports.
How long does it take to finish the course?
You move as quickly – or as slowly – as you like with the materials. The video portions can be completed in under 2 hours.
How much does it all cost?
The entire course is available for $199.00 USD (plus tax). Payable online via Google Pay, Apple Play, and most major credit cards through a Stripe-enabled link on the Teachable platform.