On June 13, 2024, the Chilean Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (SUBTEL) issued a public consultation to amend Waiver Resolution No. 1985 of 2017. The proposed changes will affect products that incorporate new technologies such as 5G and IoT. Key modifications include a self-assessment verification process and the requirement to have a QR code containing commercial and technical information printed on product packaging, as well as importers and manufacturers verifying compliance before selling. Products expected to be affected by the update include: telecommunications/terminal equipment, consumer electronics, data networking equipment, multimedia equipment, and broadcast equipment.

Importers and manufacturers are invited to actively participate in public consultations as industry members to ensure that their products meet the specified technical requirements and have test reports from accredited laboratories. These new requirements are mandatory for market access, and companies must update their certification procedures and product designs to comply with the new regulations, ensuring proper labeling and documentation to avoid customs and inspection delays.

Click on this link to view the original SUBTEL public consultation due until 12 July 2024.