Peru
Supreme Decree Proposal

How is GHS implemented
in Peru?

Peru implements the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for the classification and labelling of chemical hazards through the Supreme Decree Proposal which approves the provisions of Legislative Decree No. 1570, approving the Law on the Comprehensive Managment of Chemical Substances (GISQ).

Its purpose is to protect human health and the environment through risk prevention.

What is the Supreme Decree Proposal?

Peru formally adopts revision 6 of the GHS through the Supreme Decree Proposal of Legislative Decree No. 1570.

The Supreme Decree Proposal was published on 24 July 2024 in the Official Gazette El Peruano, under Ministerial Resolution No. 00214-2024-MINAM. The National Registry of Chemical Substances (RENASQ) is expected to be established in 2026, and chemical substances must be registered by 2027, while this deadline is extended to 2029 for chemical mixtures.

The main body responsible for implementing the GHS in Peru is the Ministry of Health (MINSA), which determines the hazard classification, labelling and SDS of chemical substances. Other relevant bodies are the Ministry of the Environment (MINAM) and the Ministry of Labour and Employment Promotion (MTPE), which manage chemical substances not considered by MINSA.

The Supreme Decree Proposal applies to hazardous chemicals in general, although the following categories of products are excluded: cosmetics, detergents, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, pesticides and fertilizers, and certain radioactive substances. Food, feed and their respective additives are also outside the scope of the Supreme Decree Proposal.

What are the most relevant points of the Supreme Decree Proposal?

• Both the SDS and the label must be in Spanish. However, manufacturers and/or importers may additionally translate them into other languages.

• The SDS must be prepared in accordance with the guidelines set out in Annex 4 of the GHS and Article 8 of the Supreme Decree Proposal, which state:

  • The SDS must follow the standard 16-section format.
  • The SDS must be provided free of charge by the manufacturer/importer, preferably in digital format and include the name of the substance on each page.
  • The version number and date of issue of the SDS must be included on the first page.
• The danger of acute toxicity (oral, dermal or inhalation) - category 5 is excluded.
• SDSs and labels must be updated within six months when new information on hazard classification or risk management becomes available and when there is a new national prohibition/restriction.
• Minimum labelling requirements include: product identification, pictograms, signal words, H statements, P statements (at least one, even if classified as non-hazardous) and additional information as appropriate. In addition:
  • The use of NFPA symbols is prohibited. If desired, they may only be included in section 16 of the SDS as additional information and points of use.
  • The minimum label size must be proportional to container’s size. If the container is small, the standards in Annex 7 of the GHS must be met as a minimum.
• Annex 1 of the Supreme Decree Proposal establishes a List of Preliminary Hazard Classification of Chemical Substances, which is updated no later than every two years.

What other chemical regulatory requirements apply in Peru?

• For the transport of dangerous goods, Peru follows the United Nations Model Regulations. This is reflected in Law No. 28256 - Regulations for the Land Transportation of Hazardous Materials and Waste.
• Ministerial Resolution No. 733-2024-MINSA, published on 28 October 2024, establishes updated annexes to the Regulations on Permissible Limit Values for Chemical Agents in the Workplace, with the aim to protect workers' health.
• The Supreme Decree Proposal establishes the creation of RENASQ for the purpose of declaring and updating information on hazardous chemicals. The information provided will be public, unless manufacturers/importers request data confidentiality, which will be granted for five years.
• · Peru belongs to the Andean Community of Nations (CAN), and its guidelines are used to regulate and manage the following products:
  • Cosmetics are regulated under Decision 944, in force since 24 June 2025. The national authority responsible for enforcing this Decision is the General Directorate of Medicines, Supplies and Drugs (DIGEMID).
  • Pesticides are regulated under Decision 804 on the Andean Standard for the Registration and Control of Chemical Pesticides for Agricultural Use. In Peru, they are also regulated under Supreme Decree 031-2023-SA on the Supervision of Hazardous Substances for Domestic, Industrial and Public Health Use.
  • Detergents are covered by Decision 908, entitled Harmonization of Legislation on Domestic Hygiene Products and Absorbent Personal Hygiene Products, of 29 December 2022. The national authority responsible is the General Directorate of Environmental Health (DIGESA).

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