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Uruguay does not have a comprehensive chemical legislation under elaboration. Similar to other countries, Uruguay has specific chemical regulations, i.e., a positive list for food contact materials and regulations focused on mercury.

Nevertheless, GHS standards are present in Uruguay through Decreto 307/2009, making the 4th version mandatory since 2012 for substances, and 2017 for mixtures.

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Uruguay Adopts New MERCOSUR Regulation on Cosmetics Hygiene Product Standards
Uruguay Adopts New MERCOSUR Regulation on Cosmetics Hygiene Product Standards

On 24 October 2024, the Uruguayan government adopted through Decree No. 284/024, the updated MERCOSUR regulations for the classification of personal hygiene products, cosmetics, and perfumes,. This is a significant step...

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Uruguay plans to ban 5 active substances in pesticide products
Uruguay plans to ban 5 active substances in pesticide products

Uruguay’s Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries is proposing a resolution to ban import, registration, and renewal of pesticide products that include the following active ingredients:  Carbofuran, Methyl Parathion, Trichlorfon, Dichlorvos,...

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