Chemical name: mevinphos

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:

All formulations.

The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: Yes

Summary of the final regulatory action:

It is prohibited to place on the market or use plant protection products containing Mevinphos.

The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health

Summary of known hazards and risks to human health:

High toxicity on humans.

Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health:

Decrease of chemical risk on humans, lower residue in crops and healthier food.

Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/1994