Chemical name: 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-[4,5-dihydro-4-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-5-oxo-1H-imidazol-2-yl]- 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: Arsenal 250 was denied re-registration due to unacceptable risk for ground water contamination, caused by high mobility and persistence in soil. 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: It is prohit is prohibited to import, sell and use imazapyr as a pesticide. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Environment Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: Arsenal 250 was denied re-registration due to unacceptable risk for ground water contamination, caused by high mobility and persistence in soil. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment: Reduction of risk for groundwater contamination. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 31/12/2001 |