Chemical name: Phosphoric acid, 2-chloro-3-(diethylamino)-1-methyl-3-oxo-1-propenyl dimethyl ester

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 use or uses are 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:

Phosphamidon is under national regulatory control through the Deree 59 of 1988 as amended by Decree 59 of 1992 for the control of all hazardous substances which might impact the Nigerian environment and public health.

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

Summary of known hazards and risks to human health:

Information on hazards to human health was as specified in the relevant Decision Guidance Documents.

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

Prohibition of use of phosphamidon will reduce human exposure and associated risk to human health.

Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment:

Information on hazard to the environment is as specified in the DGD.

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

Reduction of risk to wildlife, aquatic animals and the ecosystem in general.

Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 12/07/1998