Chemical name: Benzene, 1,1'-(2,2-dichloroethylidene)bis[4-chloro-

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 and uses were prohibited.

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:

Banned for import, export, production, having in possession and use as agricultural pesticide.

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

Summary of known hazards and risks to human health:

TDE is known to cause cancer in animals, is considered to be a probable human carcinogen and persist in the environment and in fatty tissues of humans and other animals. Long-term exposure can cause central nervous system poisoning. TDE has contaminated fresh and open bodies of water and has affected the productive processes of birds and fish.

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

Prevent introduction of carcinogenic agent into the country.

Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment:

TDE is known to cause cancer in animals, is considered to be a probable human carcinogen and persist in the environment and in fatty tissues of humans and other animals. Long-term exposure can cause central nervous system poisoning. TDE has contaminated fresh and open bodies of water and has affected the productive processes of birds and fish.

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

Prevent introduction of persistent organic pollutant into the country.

Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/12/2001