Resolution 737 / 1985
Chile Local Representative Requirement
As of February 2026, SUBTEL requires all devices sold in Chile to designate a local representative with a valid RUT — responsible for supporting regulatory verification and product traceability through SUBTELink.
Need a verified local representative (RUT)?
What the Regulation Requires
Each compliance webpage linked from a product’s QR code must clearly show:
Manufacturer name and address
Importer and/or Chilean representative (with valid RUT)
Declaration of Conformity (DoC)
Technical specifications (frequency, power, antenna)
SUBTEL may verify the representative’s RUT through the public SII (Servicio de Impuestos Internos) registry to confirm legal presence in Chile.
Responsibilities of the Local Representative
Acting as the legal point of contact in Chile, the local representative ensures every approved device remains compliant and traceable. The representative’s role carries ongoing legal and regulatory obligations essential to maintaining market access and product verification under SUBTEL oversight.
Legal registration (RUT):
Must hold an active Chilean RUT to appear on the compliance page.
Document retention:
Maintain Declaration of Conformity and referenced test reports for at least 10 years.
Information accuracy:
Ensure webpage data stays current and truthful.
Regulatory liaison:
Respond to SUBTEL audits and information requests.
Market surveillance support:
Provide clarifications if a product is investigated by SUBTEL.
Devices lacking a representative with a valid RUT may face commercialization or import restrictions.
Let our Chile team handle representation and reporting.
Benefits of Using a Third-Party Representative
While an importer or distributor can act as your representative, manufacturers often prefer appointing an independent third-party representative like iCertifi SpA for the following reasons:
1
Neutral and independent
A third party has no commercial conflict of interest with distributors, ensuring impartial handling of compliance and documentation.
2
Continuity
If your importer changes or stops distribution, your compliance continuity remains intact under the same representative.
3
Legal protection
Keeps regulatory responsibilities separate from sales activities, reducing risk of liability disputes with distributors.
4
Centralized documentation
Maintains a single record of all Declarations of Conformity and test evidence, accessible across product lines.
5
Regulatory expertise
iCertifi SpA’s technical staff understands Resolution 737 and SUBTEL’s verification procedures, minimizing non-compliance risk.
6
Multi-country alignment
As part of the global iCertifi Group, our representation model mirrors EU, FCC, and ISED frameworks, simplifying cross-market compliance.
Devices lacking a representative with a valid RUT may face commercialization or import restrictions.
Why Choose iCertifi SpA
iCertifi SpA, headquartered in Viña del Mar, Chile, is a legally registered Chilean company with a valid RUT and part of the global iCertifi Group (U.S., Canada, U.K., Netherlands, India, Chile).
- Official Chilean entity with active RUT registration
- Experienced with SUBTEL, FCC, ANATEL, and ISED compliance
- Trusted by labs and manufacturers worldwide
- Provides digital attestation letters, QR verification, and DoC hosting
How SUBTELink Simplifies Representation
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One-day appointment and RUT verification
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Automatic inclusion of representative data on QR-linked pages
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Secure hosting and annual data validation reminders
Required Information to Appoint iCertifi SpA
- Manufacturer legal name and address
- Product brand, model, and HVIN
- Existing SUBTEL certificate (if applicable)
- Declaration of Conformity (Spanish)
- Technical contact name and email
- Confirmation that no other entity holds representation rights in Chile
All appointments include verification of iCertifi SpA’s active RUT status in the SII registry.
Quick Answers
Is a Chilean representative with a RUT mandatory?
Yes. Every QR-covered device must list a local company with a valid RUT registered in Chile.
Can my importer act as representative using their RUT?
Yes — if legally registered and willing to assume regulatory responsibility. Otherwise, appoint iCertifi SpA.
Should the RUT appear on the QR webpage?
Yes. It must be visible within the contact or DoC section for traceability.
How does SUBTEL verify the representative?
Through the Chilean SII registry and document review upon request.
Resumen en Español
A partir del 22 de febrero de 2026, los equipos SRD deberán mostrar un código QR mínimo de 1 cm × 1 cm en el empaque que enlace a una página pública en español con los datos del modelo, fabricante, importador/representante en Chile, Declaración de Conformidad y evidencia de ensayo. Los equipos médicos mantienen la certificación tradicional. SUBTEL podrá fiscalizar y suspender la comercialización de productos que no cumplan con estos requisitos.