Chile. The National Customs Directorate, in conjunction with the Ozone Unit of the Ministry of the Environment, is making significant efforts to control the entry of harmful refrigerants and substances with high GWP.
According to the entities, the intensification of controls on refrigerants that damage the ozone layer and also have a high global warming potential is aligned with the international commitments established in the Montreal Protocol and the Kigali Amendment, which seek to reduce the use of substances such as hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). thus contributing to the protection of the planet.
"Every day, containers arrive at the country's ports from various parts of the world with refrigerant gas cylinders. The Government is developing educational material with the steps to follow when these substances arrive in the national territory," said the Ozone Unit of the Ministry of the Environment.
In accordance with the guidelines of the Montreal Protocol, the Chilean government commissioned a study from international consultant Gustavo Torres, a specialist in environment and foreign trade, who was visiting the country a few weeks ago.
"Chile has implemented an import quota system, which limits the amount of HCFCs that can enter the country. This measure ensures that consumption does not exceed the limits set by the Montreal Protocol. In addition, training has been conducted for customs personnel and customs brokers to ensure that these regulations are properly complied with. Chile has been organizing workshops, both face-to-face and virtual, for years to strengthen the capacities of these key counterparts," he said.
