The New Resolution of the Argentine Secretariat of Industry and Commerce, published on June 13, 2025, introduces a new comprehensive regulatory framework for the control, certification, and traceability of auto parts and safety elements for vehicles circulating on public roads.

This new scheme seeks to update, simplify, and strengthen the previous system established by Resolution 166/2019, adapting it to technological advances and new market needs.

The regulation establishes that all auto parts and safety elements listed in Annex C of Decree 779/95 and its amendments may only be marketed if they have a Certification License issued by a competent technical body. The authorized bodies include the National Institute of Industrial Technology (INTI), the Argentine Institute of Standardization (IRAM), organizations accredited by the Argentine Accreditation Body (OAA), and those endorsed by the UN or internationally recognized under the ILAC framework and ISO 17025.

WHOM DOES IT IMPACT?

The direct impact is on auto parts manufacturers, auto parts importers, distributors and marketers, testing laboratories and certification bodies, the General Directorate of Customs and trade control bodies, and auto parts end users.

CONCLUSION:

The impact is significant due to the scope of the actors involved, the change in regulatory procedures, and the magnitude of the penalties for noncompliance. Furthermore, it has a significant impact on the safety of the Argentine automotive market.