Regulations and compliance requirements can pose challenges to companies who are looking to export their new products in Argentina. Most products must meet local standards and requirements to ensure products are safe, good quality, and fit for consumers’ needs.
Ensure that your products successfully meet Argentine standards by working with TÜV SÜD. We fully understand the local requirements and procedures applicable in Argentina.
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Electrical Safety
Regulatory agency
Instituto Argentino de Normalización y Certificación (IRAM)
Regulations
- According to Resolutions No. 16/2025, No. 17/2025 and No. 26/2025, to be traded in Argentina, electrical and electronic low voltage equipment must have a certificate that proves that they meet the essential safety requirements.
- As published in Resolution 237, S-mark will be effective until: 28/03/2025, in this date all products will be marked with another new conformity marking with QR code.
- Compliance with IEC standards.
Guidelines
- Manufacturers need to apply to IRAM and submit essential documents for safety approval.
- Testing should be conducted to IEC standards for electrical and electronics equipment.
- Initial and subsequent annual factory inspections are required for safety certification.
Applicable product categories
Resolution 16/2025 establishes the technical regulation for below category/type of electrical products:
- Power Supplies and Chargers
- Household Electrical Appliances
- Lighting Devices
- Electronic, Audio and Video Devices
Resolution 17/2025 establishes the technical regulation for below category/type of electrical products:
- Machines and tools powered by motors
- Low voltage machines and tools
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Telecom & Wireless
Regulatory agency
Ente Nacional de Comunicaciones (ENACOM)
Regulations
- ENACOM issued Resolution 57/2026 to update the telecommunication equipment registration process, which will be implement from 1 September 2026.
- Testing for Class A products must be conducted exclusively in the laboratories recognized by ENACOM in Argentina. Testing for Class B products can be in ENACOM recognized laboratories or third party laboratories evaluated by the Certification Body or factory laboratories evaluated by the Certification Body or international laboratories accredited by a signatory of the Global Accreditation Cooperation.
- Existing ENACOM certificates will receive a three?year validity extension, remaining valid until 26 February 2029.
- Product should bear RAMATEL ID after type approved. Online marketplaces must display the RAMATEL ID.
Guidelines
- A local representative is required.
- The Argentine importer or distributor must be registered with ENACOM in order to obtain certification.
- Approved equipment will be listed on the ENACOM website.
Applicable product categories
Approval is required for:
The device require ENACOM homologation under the new ENACOM scheme:
- Class A material: Equipment intended for the general public
- Class B material: Equipment intended for professional use
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Energy Efficiency
Regulatory agency
National Directorate for Technical Regulations
Regulations
Energy efficiency:
To be marketed in Argentina, household appliances within the scope of Resolution 319/99 must include a label stating their energy consumption level, to be determined using test methods indicated in the applicable IRAM standard.
Guidelines
- The law requires the information to be provided in a brochure and included with the instruction manual.
- Efficiency is rated from A to G, with A being the most efficient.
Applicable product categories
Product categories requiring energy labelling include:
- Air-conditioners
- Ballasts
- CFL lamps
- Dishwashers
- Electric Storage Water Heaters
- Freezers
- Halogenlamps
- LED lamp
- Microwave ovens
- Motors
- Refrigerators
- TV
- Washing machines
- Water pumps
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
Plug Types
Type I
Why choose TÜV SÜD
TÜV SÜD has the expertise and laboratory infrastructure to support manufacturers in obtaining the necessary approvals and compliance in accordance with Argentina's standards and requirements. TÜV SÜD test reports are accepted for safety approval and recognised by relevant authorities internationally. TÜV SÜD also support manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
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