The Federal Police published Normative Instruction DG/PF No. 338, dated July 29, 2026, updating the rules for the oversight and control of chemical products subject to Federal Police supervision, in accordance with MJSP Ordinance No. 204/2022.
The new regulation entered into force on August 3, 2026, and replaced Normative Instructions DG/PF No. 166/2020 and No. 211/2021.
WHO SHOULD PAY ATTENTION?
Companies that produce, manufacture, use, store, trade, transport, import, or export chemical products subject to Federal Police control—specifically products used or handled by the company that appear on the lists in MJSP Ordinance No. 204/2022, taking into account any applicable concentration and quantity thresholds.
⚠️WHAT HAS CHANGED?
1. MONTHLY CONTROL REPORTS
Information regarding activities involving controlled chemical products must be recorded in the SIPROQUIM system by the 15th day of the following month.
Important: submission is mandatory even if no products were delivered during the period.
Subsequent rectification is possible; however, corrections made after an inspection has begun do not absolve the company of potential liability.
2. MORE DETAILED INSPECTIONS
The new Normative Instruction details the procedures to be followed by the Federal Police during inspections.
The authorities may request the presentation of documents such as:
• invoices;
• inventory records;
• delivery documents;
• documents related to the acquisition and use of products; and
• other records necessary to prove the regularity of operations.
Specific rules regarding product seizure and sample collection are also established.
3. FINES OF UP TO R$ 350,000
A new, detailed regulation outlines the provisions applicable to infractions. Fines can reach up to R$ 350,000.00, particularly in cases such as:
• activity conducted without a license or authorization;
• import, export, or re-export without prior authorization;
• tampering with documents, labels, or packaging;
• obstructing or hindering inspections; and
• certain irregularities related to the control and delivery of
products.
In addition to fines, certain infractions may result in the suspension or cancellation of the Operating License.
4. REPEAT OFFENSES INCREASE RISK
Repeated infractions may lead to more severe measures.
In certain situations, the occurrence of five or more infractions within a 12-month period—following the final, unappealable ruling on the respective decisions—may lead to the suspension of the operating license for 180 days.
Furthermore, subsequent repeat offenses could eventually result in the cancellation of the license.
⚠️ SPECIAL ATTENTION TO FOREIGN TRADE
Companies that import, export, or re-export controlled chemical products must verify beforehand whether Prior Authorization from the Federal Police is required.
Normative Instruction (IN DG/PF) No. 338/2026 reinforces the need for adequate internal controls to ensure the regulatory compliance of operations involving controlled chemical products. In this context, it is essential for companies to maintain records and documents capable of clearly and consistently demonstrating product traceability—from acquisition through to use, delivery, or final disposition.
This bulletin is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a legal opinion or formal legal advice.
Evelini Oliveira de Figueiredo Fonseca | evelini.fonseca@nascimentomourao.adv.br
Coordinator and Partner, Environmental, Regulatory, and Biodiversity Law Practice.
