Sales Certification
In January 1980, CAPIF gave the first certifications in gold and platinum. From that time until December 31, 2000, the criteria for certification were:
Singles:
- Gold: 50,000
- Platinum: 100,000
Long plays & cassettes (albums):
- Gold: 30,000
- Platinum: 60,000
- Diamond: 500,000
Compilation albums:
- Gold: 100,000
- Platinum: 200,000
The criteria for certification were changed as of January 1, 2001. CAPIF certification criteria for albums since that date are:
- Gold: 20,000 units
- Platinum: 40,000 units
- Diamond: 250,000 units
Compilation albums are not eligible for certification. Singles no longer certified in Argentina.
Non-album formats:
Format | Gold | Platinum |
---|---|---|
Digital downloads | 10,000 | 20,000 |
Music DVD | 4,000 | 8,000 |
Read more about this topic: Argentine Chamber Of Phonograms And Videograms Producers
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