Fumigants

EU/EFSA Registers Intake Application for Allyl Isothiocyanate as New PPP Active Substance

EFSA has initiated the formal risk assessment of allyl isothiocyanate following a March 2026 application for its approval as a new active substance in plant protection products. This signals a potential expansion of the EU pesticide portfolio and requires stakeholders to monitor the evaluation for future market access and substitution opportunities.

1 Apr 2026, 14:17open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

Norway Consults on Amendments to Plant Protection Products Regulation

Norway is consulting on amendments to its plant protection framework that introduce stricter security clearances for hazardous fumigants and streamlined certification for biological forestry treatments. These changes signal a shift toward more granular risk management that balances enhanced security for high-hazard substances with reduced administrative barriers for lower-risk biological alternatives.

31 Mar 2026, 21:28hoering.mattilsynet.noNorway

EU Commission To Prepare Article 55(3) Derogations For Ethylene Oxide In Archive Protection By June 2026

The European Commission is moving to finalize targeted derogations for ethylene oxide use in cultural heritage preservation by mid-2026. This development underscores the increasingly narrow scope for continued use of this substance, reinforcing the necessity for industry to prioritize alternative solutions across all sectors.

27 Mar 2026, 18:14circabc.europa.euEuropean Union

ECHA Opens CLH Consultations On Hydrochloric Acid And Sulphuryl Difluoride

ECHA has launched public consultations on harmonised classification and labelling for hydrochloric acid and sulphuryl difluoride, closing May 18, 2026. New classifications for CMR and acute toxicity hazards will mandate labelling updates and may trigger broader downstream restrictions for industrial and biocidal applications.

18 Mar 2026, 15:56echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EFSA Peer Review of PPP Active Substance Sulfuryl Fluoride (CAS 2699-79-8) Is Now Under Public Consultation

EFSA has opened a public consultation on the assessment report for sulfuryl fluoride, progressing the EU renewal review for this pesticide active substance. Stakeholders should evaluate the assessment findings now to influence the final peer review that will dictate future market access and regulatory conditions.

17 Mar 2026, 20:16open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU/DE: DUH Sues Over Flufenacet Phase-Out And Hamburg ProFume Sulfuryl Fluoride Use

Environmental NGOs are legally challenging the EU’s 18-month phase-out of flufenacet and the continued use of sulfuryl fluoride fumigants in German ports. Successful litigation could force immediate market withdrawals of high-risk substances and accelerate the enforcement of F-gas restrictions where climate-friendly alternatives exist.

13 Mar 2026, 10:49duh.deEuropean UnionGermany

Japan MAFF Consults On Amendment To Pesticide User Exposure Criteria Under Pesticides Control Act

Japan is proposing more stringent pesticide registration criteria that introduce specific exposure concentration thresholds for user safety assessments. This shift toward granular toxicological limits increases the risk of registration refusals or mandatory use restrictions for high-exposure chemical products.

12 Mar 2026, 11:27public-comment.e-gov.go.jpJapan

EU (ECHA RAC) Publishes CLP Opinion And Documents For 1,3‑Dichloropropene

ECHA has published the formal Risk Assessment Committee opinion recommending stringent new harmonized classifications for the pesticide active substance 1,3-dichloropropene. This development signals upcoming mandatory labeling updates and potential formulation restrictions as the European Commission moves toward formal adoption.

11 Mar 2026, 12:22echa.europa.euEuropean Union

Belgium Requires Soil Fumigation Reporting Via Fumigation Database From 9 March 2026

Belgium has transitioned to mandatory digital reporting for all soil fumigation operations via a national database as of March 2026. Professional operators must update notification workflows to the digital portal to ensure continued compliance with mandatory advance-notice and inspection requirements.

10 Mar 2026, 16:22ejustice.just.fgov.beBelgium

EU Proposes Delegated Regulation Amending BPR Annex I Restriction for Carbon Dioxide (Category 6)

The European Union proposes replacing hardware-specific restrictions for carbon dioxide in biocidal products with performance-based exposure limits for professional and public users. This shift expands market access for carbon dioxide-based biocides while requiring manufacturers to demonstrate compliance through rigorous exposure modeling and safety data.

9 Mar 2026, 14:29members.wto.orgEuropean Union

Germany BfR Reassesses 2‑Chloroethanol and Proposes Provisional ARfD/ADI Values

Germany's BfR has established provisional oral reference values for 2-chloroethanol, concluding that mutagenic risks from dietary exposure are unlikely. This assessment signals a shift toward harmonized EU residue limits and separate residue definitions, requiring proactive supply chain monitoring for ethylene oxide degradation products.

6 Mar 2026, 12:52bfr.bund.deGermany

Colombia Ministry of Health Prohibits Methyl Bromide (Resolution 197 of 4 February 2026)

Colombia has implemented an immediate national ban on the import, manufacture, and use of methyl bromide and all pesticide products containing it. This formalizes the complete phase-out of ozone-depleting substances under the Montreal Protocol, requiring businesses to ensure the substance is eliminated from agricultural supply chains and quarantine operations.

1 Mar 2026, 11:01members.wto.orgColombia

California DPR Publishes 2026 Rulemaking Calendar for Pesticide Regulations

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation has issued its 2026 Rulemaking Calendar, detailing thirteen upcoming regulatory initiatives focused on worker safety, groundwater protection, and specific substance restrictions. Companies should anticipate stricter compliance requirements for pesticide application and labeling, particularly regarding fumigants, rodenticides, and treated seeds, as these projects move toward formal adoption through 2027.

27 Feb 2026, 15:46cdpr.ca.govUnited States

California Assembly Bill 2380 Would Raise Pest Control Registration Fee Caps

California AB 2380 proposes to increase or remove statutory caps on local registration fees for pest control businesses and professionals to enable full cost recovery by counties. Pest control operators should prepare for increased administrative overhead and potential fee variability across jurisdictions as local authorities gain greater fiscal autonomy over regulatory oversight.

24 Feb 2026, 19:18leginfo.legislature.ca.govUnited States

EFSA Registers Intake of 1,3‑Dichloropropene Pesticides Peer Review Application

EFSA has initiated the peer review process for 1,3-dichloropropene following the receipt of a new pesticide active substance application in February 2026. This evaluation will determine the long-term regulatory viability and market access for this substance in European agricultural applications.

24 Feb 2026, 19:11open.efsa.europa.euEuropean Union

France Outlines NIMP 15 Wood Packaging Compliance Programme

France has updated its phytosanitary compliance guidance for wood packaging to align with EU Plant Health Regulation requirements for heat treatment and registration. Companies must verify that all wooden transport materials are ISPM 15-marked and sourced from registered operators to avoid trade disruptions and biosecurity enforcement.

23 Feb 2026, 14:06agriculture.gouv.frFrance

Florida Proposes Amendments to Structural Fumigant Stewardship Rule to Align With New Sulfuryl Fluoride Label (5E-2.0312)

Florida is proposing enhanced stewardship and training requirements for structural fumigants to align with updated sulfuryl fluoride label mandates. Registrants must implement mandatory annual on-site reviews and stricter licensee oversight to ensure residential safety and maintain market access.

23 Feb 2026, 13:39flrules.orgUnited States

Florida Proposes Sulfuryl Fluoride Fumigation Rule and Form Updates (Chapter 5E-14)

Florida is proposing to overhaul structural fumigation regulations to align with updated sulfuryl fluoride labels and modernize notification and recordkeeping requirements. Businesses must prepare for mandatory electronic registration of clearance devices and stricter operational protocols for aeration, staffing, and warning agent use.

23 Feb 2026, 13:27flrules.orgUnited States

ILO‑IMO‑UNECE Experts Finalise Revised Cargo Transport Units (CTU) Code and Propose Technical Review Body

International regulators have finalized a comprehensive revision of the CTU Code, updating global standards for cargo packing, transport security, and worker safety. Supply chain leaders should align logistics operations with the new technical structure to address evolving requirements for load securing, pest management, and manual handling risks.

21 Feb 2026, 15:11docs.un.orgGlobal

US EPA Expands Chlorate Tolerance Exemption for Multiple Crop Groups

The US EPA has finalized a broad exemption from pesticide tolerance requirements for chlorate residues across numerous food and feed crop groups, effective January 30, 2026. This removal of numerical residue limits for post-harvest fumigation reduces compliance complexity and facilitates easier market access for treated agricultural commodities.

30 Jan 2026, 18:59public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States