Chemical name: Phenol, 2-(1-methylpropyl)-4,6-dinitro- 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 agricultural 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: Banned for all agricultural use. The reasons for the final regulatory action were relevant to: Human health and environment Summary of known hazards and risks to human health: Dinoseb is potential human oncogen, its use has a risk to the consumers and workers. It can cause human male reproductive disorders (decreased fertility and sterility). Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to human health: Decrease of chemical risk on humans (consumers and workers). The product could be replaced Summary of known hazards and risks to the environment: High toxicity to birds, mammals and invertebrates. Expected effect of the final regulatory action in relation to the environment: Protection of the environment from a toxic and hazardous herbicide. Date of entry into force of the final regulatory action: 01/06/1987 |