Chemical name: Sulfurous acid, 2-chloroethyl 2-[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenoxy]-1-methylethyl 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 uses were prohibited by the final regulatory action. 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, production, having in possession and use as agricultural pesticide. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: Possible carcinogenic to humans. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Reduce introduction of carcinogenic agent into the country. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 09/05/2000 |