The Global Framework on Chemicals - For a Planet Free of Harm from Chemicals and Waste (GFC), provides the essential building blocks for a future in which humanity benefits from chemicals in a safe and sustainable manner, while avoiding their negative impacts.
The Framework, adopted in September 2023 at the fifth International Conference on Chemicals Management (ICCM5), seeks to protect both the planet and human health, advocating for strong governance mechanisms and promoting international standards.
The Framework presents a comprehensive plan with five strategic objectives and 28 targets to guide countries and stakeholders in jointly addressing the lifecycle of chemicals, including products and waste.
This unique multi-stakeholder agreement brings in a variety of sectors including representatives from governments, the private sector, non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations, youth and academia.
It is supported by the Bonn Declaration, a high-level declaration also agreed at ICCM5 in Bonn, Germany.
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Global Framework on Chemicals Bimonthly Bulletin
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Global Framework on Chemicals Brochure
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Call for Members of the Global Alliance on Highly Hazardous Pesticides (GAHHPs)
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Upcoming events:
Webinar on Textile Industry Sector Programme under the Global Framework on Chemicals (GFC) (23 July 2026, online) - View
Webinar on Prescription for Change: Safe and Sustainable Chemistry in Global Pharmaceutical Systems (23 July 2026, online) - View
Road to the First International Conference of the Global Framework on Chemicals | Accelerating Action (1 September 2026, hybrid) - View
4th Berlin Forum on Chemicals and Sustainability Finance (7 October 2026, online) - View
The Global Framework on Chemicals – First International Conference (16 - 20 November 2026, Geneva, Switzerland) - View
