Regulation of Law 20.466 on the Supervision of Fertilizers and Soil Amendments | Decree 101/2025
Public law Department Report | Regulation of Law 20.466 on the Supervision of Fertilizers and Soil Amendments | Decree 101/2025.
Dear All,
On February 17, 2025, Decree 101/25 (the “Decree”) was published in the Official Gazette, regulating Law 20.466 on the Supervision of Fertilizers and Soil Amendments. This new regulation introduces changes in the registration, commercialization, and control procedures for these products, aiming to modernize the current regulatory framework and ensure the quality of agricultural inputs in Argentina.
1. Key Aspects of Decree 101/25
1.1. New Regulatory Authority
The Decree establishes that the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries of the Ministry of Economy will serve as the Regulatory Authority for Law 20.466, replacing the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, which previously held this role under Decree 4830/73. Additionally, it delegates the management of the registration and control of fertilizers and soil amendments to the National Service for Agrifood Health and Quality (from its initials in Spanish “SENASA”).
1.2. Registration Requirement
Fertilizers and soil amendments that are manufactured, fractioned, sold, imported, or exported in the country must be registered with SENASA. Likewise, individuals or legal entities engaged in these activities, including distribution, must also be registered.
1.3. Definition of Covered Products
-Fertilizers: Products intended to enhance crop growth and productivity by providing essential nutrients, whether organic or inorganic.
-Soil Amendments: Substances or mixtures of substances of mineral or organic origin that, when incorporated into the soil, favorably alter its physical, chemical, or biological characteristics, such as gypsum, lime, dolomite, and peat.
1.4. Digitalization of Procedures & Positive Administrative Silence
A digital registration system will be implemented through a sworn declaration, and the Regulatory Authority must issue a decision within 10 business days. If no response is provided within this period, the request will be automatically approved.
1.5. Fee Exemption and Permanent Validity of Registrations
Registrations of products and companies will be free of charge and will remain valid indefinitely, unless substantial modifications are made to the products, in which case a re-registration will be required.
1.6. Simplified Importation and Commercialization
The import and commercialization of fertilizers and soil amendments will be facilitated if they hold certifications issued by the following countries or economic blocs: Commonwealth of Australia; United States of America; New Zealand; United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; Federative Republic of Brazil; European Union; and State of Israel. To qualify, importers must submit a sworn declaration along with the relevant certification.
2. Implications for the Sector
Decree 101/25 modernizes the regulatory framework for the supervision of fertilizers and soil amendments, highlighting:
-Simplification of registrations: Digitalization of procedures and reduction of administrative costs.
-Increased legal certainty: Strengthening of supervision and quality assurance of products.
-Facilitation of foreign trade: Fewer obstacles for the import and export of certified inputs.
-Regulatory flexibility: The Regulatory Authority is granted the ability to adjust regulations according to sectoral needs.
We remain available to provide specific advisory services on how these modifications may impact your commercial operations and to address any related inquiries.
Best regards,