Overview

The Global Framework on Chemicals – For a Planet free of Harm from Chemicals and Waste was formally established at the fifth International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM5) in Bonn, Germany, held from 25-29 September 2023. The Bonn Declaration, a political statement developed through extensive informal consultations, was also adopted during ICCM5. Learn more


Text of the Framework

The Global Framework on Chemicals – For a Planet Free of Harm from Chemicals and Waste was adopted by the Conference with resolution V/1 as a new voluntary global framework in the field of international chemicals and waste management. Read more


Resolutions

The Conference adopted 12 resolutions at ICCM5. With resolution V/1, the Conference welcomed and adopted the Bonn Declaration for a Planet Free of Harm from Chemicals as an integral part of the Framework. Read the resolutions and the Bonn Declaration


History

The Global Framework on Chemicals builds on a long and successful history of chemicals management. The framework instrument replaces the Strategic Approach to International Chemicals Management (SAICM). 


Donors

The Secretariat wishes to sincerely acknowledge the financial and in-kind support provided for the safe and sustainable management of chemicals and waste.