Brazil: INMETRO regulatory agenda for 2024/2025

 

The Brazilian National Institute of Metrology, Standardization and Industrial Quality (INMETRO) has published an update of the regulatory agenda for the years 2024/2025.  The affected product categories are given in the table below, together with the planned actions:

No.	Object	Action	Current Ordinance
1	Household Appliances and Similar	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 148 of 28/03/2022
2	Gas Stoves and Ovens for Domestic Use	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 8 of 05/01/2022
3	Domestic Metal Ladders*  1	DELETED	Ordinance No. 219 of 06/05/2021
4	LED Lamps with Control Device Integrated into the Base	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 69 of 16/02/2022
5	Luminaires for Public Road Lighting	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 62 of 17/02/2022
6	Household Washing Machines *  1	DELETED	Ordinance No. 121 of 24/03/2022
7	Connectors for charging plug-in electric vehicles	Regulatory Impact Analysis	New demand
8	Plug-in vehicle batteries (in particular lithium-ion batteries)	Regulatory Impact Analysis	New demand
9	Technical Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 58 of 16/02/2022
10	Fire Extinguishers	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 108 of 17/03/2022
11	Electrical Wires, Cables and Flexible Cords*  1	DELETED	Ordinance No. 131 of 23/03/2022
12	Metal Pans	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 499 of 20/12/2021
13	Spring Mattresses	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 75 of 04/02/2021
14	Flexible Polyurethane Foam Mattresses and Mattresses	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 35 of 02/05/2021
15	Pressure Indicators for Fire Extinguishers	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 109 of 17/03/2022
16	Fire Extinguishing Powder	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 218 of 07/05/2021
17	Cross-Cutting EBP	DEVELOPMENT	New demand
18	Strollers for Children	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 167 of 13/04/2021
19	Gas Water Heaters	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 89 of 22/03/2022
20	Microwave Ovens*  2	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 268 of 22/06/2021
21	Commercial Electric Ovens	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 267 of 22/06/2021
22	Toys *  3	DELETED	Ordinance No. 302 of 12/07/2021
23	Water Consumption Equipment	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 102 of 22/03/2022
24	Refrigerators and Similar	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 332 of 02/08/2021
25	Clothes Centrifuges*  2	Regulatory Outcome Assessment	Ordinance No. 144 of 22/03/2021
26	Catalytic Converters Intended for Replacement	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 33 of 15/01/2021
27	Air Conditioners	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 269 of 22/06/2021
28	Installation of Natural Gas Vehicle Systems	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 130 of 23/03/2022
29	Steel Bars and Wires for Reinforcement of Reinforced Concrete Structures	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 139 of 19/03/2021
30	Automotive Components for Motorcycles, Scooters, Mopeds, Tricycles and Quadricycles	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 71 of 22/02/2022
31	Inspection of Automotive Road Vehicles with Natural Gas Vehicle Systems	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 147 of 28/03/2022
32	Solar Water Heating Equipment	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 420 of 10/04/2021
33	Requalification of Cylinders Intended for the Storage of Natural Gas for Vehicles	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 133 of 23/03/2022
34	Hot Rolled Steel Angles for Assembling Electric Power Transmission Towers	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 261 of 12/07/2007
35	Low Voltage Electrical Devices	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 497 of 12/13/2021
36	Pre-Market Control – Registration	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 258 of 06/08/2020
37	Underground Fuel Storage Tank	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 185 of 12/04/2003
38	Underground Non-Metallic Pipelines for Automotive Fuels	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 186 of 12/04/2003
39	Components of Fuel Supply and Discharge Systems	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 37 of 16/02/2005
40	Leak Testing Service for Underground Installations*  4	DELETED	Ordinance No. 259 of 24/07/2008
41	Above-ground Storage Tanks for Petroleum Derivatives and Other Fuels	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 117 of 05/05/2009
42	SASC Installation and Removal Service	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 9 of 04/01/2011
43	Leak Testing Service for Underground Installations	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 259 of 24/07/2008 Ordinance No. 11 of 11/01/2012
44	Fifth Wheel*  5	DELETED	Ordinance No. 224 of 17/05/2021
45	Automotive Wheels *  6	DELETED	Ordinance No. 501 of 20/12/2021
46	Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 115 of 21/03/2022
47	Three-Phase Squirrel Cage Induction Electric Motors *  7	DELETED	Ordinance No. 290 of 07/07/2021
48	Helmets for Drivers and Passengers of Motorcycles and Similar Vehicles*  8	DELETED	Ordinance No. 231 of 18/05/2021
49	Breast Implants	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 05 of 11/01/2022
50	Gas Lighters	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 392 of 22/12/2020
51	School Supplies	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 423 of 10/08/2021
52	Table, Wall, Pedestal Fans and Air Circulators	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 299 of 09/07/2021
53	General Product Certification Requirements (RGCP)	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 200 of 04/29/2021
54	Own Equipment Inspection Service (SPIE)	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 537 of 21/10/2015 Ordinance No. 582 of 23/11/2015
55	Compact Fluorescent Lamps with Integrated Ballast at the Base	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 17 of 14/01/2022
56	Metal Pans	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 499 of 20/12/2021
57	LED Lamps with Control Device Integrated into the Base	IMPROVEMENT	Ordinance No. 69 of 16/02/2022
58	Tire Retreading	Regulatory Impact Analysis	Ordinance No. 433 of 10/15/2021
59	Real Estate Paints	Regulatory Impact Analysis	New demand
60	Shoe labeling	Regulatory Impact Analysis	New demand
61	Helmets for Drivers and Passengers of Motorcycles and Similar Vehicles	Regulatory Impact Analysis with a focus on seal traceability	Ordinance No. 231 of 18/05/2021
62	Fire Extinguishers	Regulatory Impact Analysis with a focus on seal traceability	Ordinance No. 108 of 17/03/2022
63	Technical Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Extinguishers	Regulatory Impact Analysis with a focus on seal traceability	Ordinance No. 58 of 16/02/2022
64	Cylinders for Storage of Natural Gas for Vehicles (NGV)	Regulatory Impact Analysis with a focus on seal traceability	Ordinance No. 436 of 10/19/2021
65	Requalification of Cylinders Intended for the Storage of Natural Gas for Vehicles	Regulatory Impact Analysis with a focus on seal traceability	Ordinance No. 133 of 23/03/2022

 

The National Institute of Metrology, Standardization, and Industrial Quality (INMETRO) is a Brazilian federal autarchy linked to the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, and Services. Established in 1973, INMETRO is a key institution in Brazil responsible for promoting the technological infrastructure necessary for quality and standardization in various sectors of the economy. Its work supports consumer protection, industrial competitiveness, and the development of scientific and technological capabilities.

Functions and Responsibilities

INMETRO operates under the principles of metrology, standardization, and conformity assessment. Its primary objectives include:

1. Regulatory Role: INMETRO creates and enforces technical regulations to ensure product and service compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards.
2. Metrological Oversight: It maintains the national standards of measurement and ensures traceability, enabling accurate and reliable measurements in science, industry, and commerce.
3. Accreditation: INMETRO accredits laboratories, certification bodies, and inspection bodies, providing credibility to conformity assessments and certifications in Brazil.
4. Consumer Protection: The institute guarantees that products meet specified standards, enhancing safety and transparency for consumers. Products such as toys, electrical appliances, and fuel pumps are subject to INMETRO certification.
5. Support for Innovation: By fostering partnerships with research institutions and providing services for technology development, INMETRO contributes to Brazil’s innovation ecosystem.

Certification and Labeling

One of INMETRO’s most recognized functions is its certification and labeling system. Products approved by INMETRO often bear the institute’s seal, signaling compliance with rigorous standards. This labeling is especially important in sectors like automotive safety, energy efficiency, and household appliances, helping consumers make informed choices.

To find out more about product compliance in Brazil and the INMETRO certification, please do not hesitate to contact the Product Compliance Institute.