A new simplified procedure for the registration of cosmetics in Brazil is now applicable

On 26 December 2022 the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) published Resolution RDC 772/2022 which provides a new simplified procedure for the registration of personal hygiene products, cosmetics, and perfumes. ...

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New regulation on environmental remedial products in Brazil.

Normative Instruction 11 of October 17, 2022, replaces Normative Instruction 5, of May 17 2010.  This new regulation adjusts the registration obligation of remedial products, prior consent for importation, and authorization...

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Brazil publishes new regulations on microbiological control of cosmetics and perfumes

On 3 October 2022 the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) published a new Technical Note 31/2022/SEI/GHCOS/DIRE3/ANVISA on the regularization of personal hygiene products, cosmetics, and perfumes which came into force...

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Undergoing Brazilian reform on chemicals regulation

On 5 September 2022, the Brazilian Chemical Industry Association (Abiquim) signed , in the Brazilian capital, Brasília, a protocol of intent with the Ministry of the Environment. This document intends to...

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Latin American Countries Come Together for Experience Exchange

From June 1-3, 2022, the Latin America Regulatory Cooperation Forum (LARCF) hosted a two-day event to exchange information and progress toward sound management of chemicals across the region. LARCF has been...

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New Portal and Procedures for Sanitizers in Brazil

In May 2022, the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) modified the procedures for low-risk sanitizers issuing Resolution of the Collegiate Board (Resolução da Diretoria Colegiada -RDC) 692 . The change...

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Brazil and Peru among future OECD members

On June 10, 2022, the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) approved specific roadmaps for States accession, after the first steps for accession discussions in January 2022. From the original...

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Latin America Forum Unveils Chemical Management Document Series

Latin American countries have been constantly improving their chemical management instruments in the last few years. Among several meetings and discussions, countries are motivated to pursue the implementation of their national...

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Brazil Proposes Changes in Active Ingredients and Personal Hygiene Products

The Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA) is responsible for regulating and approving guidelines and use of pharmaceutical drugs, sanitary standards, and regulation of the food industry. In the last month, ANVISA...

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Resolutions for Brazilian Medical Devices

According to notifications from World Trade Organization (WTO), several resolutions for medical devices are proposed to enter into force with the earliest start being on May 2, 2022, by the Brazilian...

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