Chemical name: Phosphorothioic acid, O,O-dimethyl O-(4-nitrophenyl) 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: Banned all formulations and concentrations Pesticide use or uses that remain allowed: At present no formulation or use is authorized The final regulatory action was based on a risk or hazard evaluation: No Summary of the final regulatory action: Banned registration, import, synthesis, formulation and comercialization of all products formulated with Methyl-parathion . The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health and environment Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: It is an extremely hazardous pesticide, the harmful effects to human health under the conditions of use and handling in the country is a big concern. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Intoxication risk reduction for manipulators and the environment. Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: These products also eliminate beneficial insects in agricultural crops and affect the environment. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment: Significant reduction expected up to final disposal in one year. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 16/06/2003 |