Chemical name: 6,9-Methano-2,4,3-benzodioxathiepin, 6,7,8,9,10,10-hexachloro-1,5,5a,6,9,9a-hexahydro-, 3-oxide Final regulatory action has been taken for the category: Pesticide Final regulatory action: The chemical is Banned Use or uses prohibited by the final regulatory action: Thiodan 35 is not allowed for use as a pesticide in Norway. Pesticide use or uses that remain allowed: None. The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: Yes Summary of the final regulatory action: It is prohibited to sell, stock or use endosulfan as a pesticide. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health and environment Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: Endosulfan is highly toxic and there have been cases of intoxication among workers. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Complete risk reduction. Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: Persistence in soil, extremely toxic to fish, toxic to bees. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment: Reduction of risk to the environment. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/1999 |