Chemical name: 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(4-thiazolyl)-

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:

It is prohibited to use TECTO 45 for spraying. The product is now only authorized as a seed dressing for potatoes.

Pesticide use or uses that remain allowed:

It is allowed to use TECTO 45 as a seed dressing for potatoes.

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

Summary of the final regulatory action:

It is prohibited to use TECTO 45 for spraying. The product is now only authorized as a seed dressing for potatoes.

The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Environment

Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment:

Thiabendazol is very toxic to daphnids, mysids and fish and toxic to earthworms, and it is also very persistent.

Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment:

Reduction of environmental risk.

Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/01/1999