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MINAMBIENTE Updates Technical Norm for Battery Compliance

Published /Colombia

Update on Battery Compliance Regulations

On October 25th, 2018, MINAMBIENTE updated the law published on April 16th, 2018 regarding Technical Norm 721/2018 for zinc-carbon and alkaline batteries.

These changes were made in response to requests for clarification from the industry. MINAMBIENTE modified two sections related to batteries included in products:

  • Batteries included in products will be exempt from certification.
  • Batteries included in products will be exempt from labeling requirements.

Additionally, the new modifications recognize the standards IEC 62321:2013 and NTC 5769 as technical norms of equivalence for the evaluation of battery conformity.

The Technical Norm is expected to be enforced as of January 19th, 2019.

Colombia Quick Facts

Regulatory AgencyComisión de Regulación de Comunicaciones (CRC)
Certification TypeMandatory
License ValidityIndefinite
Application LanguageSpanish
Legal License HolderNot required
In-country Testing RequirementNo testing required

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