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.
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.
The Open-ended Working Group of the Global Framework on Chemicals is the subsidiary body of the International Conference that has replaced the ICCM. The first meeting of the Open-ended Working Group will consider progress on the implementation of the resolutions adopted at ICCM5 and additionally will provide an opportunity for stakeholder interaction in various sectors.
