Chemical name: 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4(1H,3H)-dione, 3-cyclohexyl-6-(dimethylamino)-1-methyl- 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: Velpar is not allowed used 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, store or use hexazinone as a pesticide. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Environment Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: Persistent under Norwegian climatic conditions, high mobility in soil, extremely toxic to algae. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment: Reduced risk for groundwater contamination and reduced accumulation of hexazianon in soil. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/1998 |