Here is a detailed interpretation of the required documents and validity period for Argentina's IRAM mandatory product certification, hoping to provide you with clear guidance.

Facing Argentina's ever-changing certification regulations, planning documents in advance and understanding certificate validity are key steps for companies to control costs and enter the market smoothly.

Overview of Core IRAM Certification New Regulations for 2025:

In 2025, Argentina carried out a series of important regulatory updates, replacing previous resolutions like 169/2018 with Resolutions No. 16/2025, 17/2025, and 26/2025. This new set of rules brings several core changes you must know:

1.Certification Mark Innovation: Starting October 1, 2025, a new version of the conformity mark with a QR code must be强制贴附 on the product or its main packaging. Scanning this QR code should link to the Spanish Declaration of Conformity document.

2.Certificate Validity and Transition Period: Certificates issued under old regulations (like Resolution 169/2018) will remain valid until February 26, 2026. Under the new regulations, certificate validity is divided by product category. For example, electronic and audio-video equipment is 4 years, while most other products are typically 2 years.

3.Document Language and CB Report Recognition: All submitted technical documents, labels, and manuals must be provided in Spanish version. An important positive news is that the new regulations more broadly recognize CB Scheme test reports. If you already hold a valid CB report, you can largely avoid duplicate testing, saving costs and time.

  Core List of Documents Required for IRAM Certification:

Preparing complete and compliant documents is the cornerstone of successfully passing IRAM certification. The following is a core document checklist compiled based on official requirements and practice:

1.Application Form & Technical File:

·Application Form: Requires detailed company and product information.

·Technical File: Circuit diagrams, PCB layout, structural drawings, etc.

·Critical Components List: Must clearly indicate the existing certification information for key components (e.g., power modules, capacitors).

·User Manual in Spanish: Must contain clear safety warnings.

·Product Label and Nameplate: Must contain necessary technical parameters and information, and comply with Spanish language requirements.

2.Samples & Test Reports:

·Test reports issued by the laboratory.

·If CB Certificate and CB Test Report are already available, they can be submitted as evidence of conformity, which usually simplifies the certification process and exempts some test items.

·Samples: Usually several finished products need to be prepared and sent to an IRAM or OAA-recognized laboratory for testing.

3.Other Necessary Documents:

·Declaration of Conformity (DoC): This is a mandatory requirement under the new regulations. Manufacturers and importers must submit a Spanish Declaration of Conformity.

·Critical Component Certification Proof: e.g., power adapters, Argentine plugs, etc., need to provide their existing certification certificates.

·Argentine Plug Test Report: If the product includes a plug, it must comply with standards like IRAM 2063 or IRAM 2073.

·Local Representative Information: For overseas manufacturers, information of an Argentine locally registered company or agent is required (the agent's OAA registration number must be provided), as the application must be submitted through a local licensed agent.

  Important Reminders & New Regulation Interpretation:

Beyond the process, the following latest dynamics and practical advice are crucial for your successful certification:

1.Old and New Regulations Transition Period Arrangement: According to Resolution 16/2025, certificates issued under the old regulations (Resolution No. 169/2018) will remain valid until February 26, 2026. Companies are advised to use this transition period to complete the shift to the new regulations as soon as possible.

2.Optimize Process Using CB Reports: Argentina is a member of the CB Scheme. If your product already holds a valid CB Test Report, you can apply for IRAM certification through "conversion". This method typically only requires supplementary testing for Argentine national differences, significantly saving about 50% of testing costs and time.

3.Market Supervision and Non-compliance Risks: The responsibility for verifying product conformity has shifted from customs to the National Directorate of Technical Regulations (DNRT), meaning market supervision will move from border checks to post-market surveillance. Selling products in Argentina without mandatory certification or correct conformity marking will result in product seizure, high fines (up to 50% of the product's value), and forced removal from the market.

To deal with Argentine IRAM certification, you need to closely monitor the 2025 regulatory changes, especially the new mark with QR code and the certificate validity period divided by product category. The core lies in preparing complete documents that meet Spanish requirements and making good use of CB reports to optimize the process. During the certificate's validity, ensure product consistency and pay attention to annual surveillance requirements. BLUEASIA: +86 13534225140, will provide you with professional certification consulting services!