Fumigants

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

EFSA has commenced 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 the potential expansion of the EU’s approved pesticide portfolio, requiring stakeholders to monitor the assessment 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 has proposed amendments to its Plant Protection Products Regulation, introducing stricter security checks for high-hazard gassing and new certifications for biological forestry treatments. These changes signal a shift toward more granular risk management, balancing simplified access for biological controls with enhanced environmental and user-safety safeguards.

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 aims to finalize Article 55(3) derogations for ethylene oxide use in archive protection by June 2026. This highlights the extremely narrow scope for continued use of this high-risk substance, reinforcing the need for industry to prioritize alternatives for all but the most essential applications.

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 (CLH) for hydrochloric acid and sulphuryl difluoride, closing May 18, 2026. Proposed 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 launched a public consultation on the assessment report for the pesticide active substance sulfuryl fluoride as part of its renewal review. This marks a critical phase for manufacturers to review assessment findings and engage in the peer review process that will determine future EU market access.

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's MAFF is consulting on draft amendments to pesticide registration criteria to include exposure concentration thresholds alongside existing exposure amount limits. This change, driven by the re-evaluation of 1,3-dichloropropene, signals a shift toward more granular user-safety assessments that could lead to stricter registration requirements for soil fumigants and other high-exposure pesticides.

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

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

ECHA’s Risk Assessment Committee (RAC) has published its opinion recommending stringent harmonized classifications for 1,3-dichloropropene, including acute toxicity and skin sensitization. This development signals upcoming mandatory labeling and packaging updates for affected products as the European Commission moves to formally adopt these classifications.

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 the national fumigation database as of 9 March 2026. Operators must ensure internal notification workflows are updated to use the digital portal to maintain compliance with advance-notice requirements.

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

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

The EU proposes replacing hardware-specific restrictions for carbon dioxide in biocidal products with performance-based exposure limits for professional and public users. This shift facilitates broader market access for CO2-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 reassessed 2-chloroethanol, proposing provisional acute and chronic oral reference values while concluding mutagenic risks are unlikely at dietary levels. This development paves the way for harmonized EU residue limits and separate residue definitions, necessitating proactive monitoring of ethylene oxide degradation products in supply chains.

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 as of February 2026. This move formalizes the phase-out of ozone-depleting substances under the Montreal Protocol, requiring companies to ensure no residual use remains in supply chains or quarantine operations.

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

California DPR Publishes 2026 Rulemaking Calendar for Pesticide Regulations

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has released its 2026 Rulemaking Calendar, outlining 13 planned regulatory projects covering worker safety, groundwater protection, and substance-specific restrictions. Businesses should prepare for upcoming shifts in pesticide application standards, including new requirements for 1,3-dichloropropene, anticoagulant rodenticides, and pesticide-treated seeds 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. This shift toward full cost-recovery models for local regulatory oversight will likely increase administrative overhead for pest control operations across the state.

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 the pesticide active substance 1,3-dichloropropene following the receipt of a new application dossier in February 2026. This assessment will be critical in determining the long-term regulatory status and market availability of the substance for agricultural use in the European Union.

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

France Outlines NIMP 15 Wood Packaging Compliance Programme

France has updated compliance guidance for wood packaging, detailing mandatory heat treatment and registration under the EU Plant Health Regulation. Companies must ensure all wooden transport materials are ISPM 15-marked and sourced from registered operators to prevent trade disruptions and biosecurity non-compliance.

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 stricter stewardship and training requirements for structural fumigants to align with new sulfuryl fluoride label mandates. Registrants must enhance oversight of licensees through mandatory annual on-site reviews and updated safety protocols to maintain market access and compliance.

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 rules to align with updated sulfuryl fluoride labels and modernize notification and recordkeeping requirements. Affected businesses should 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 experts have finalized a comprehensive revision of the CTU Code, updating global standards for cargo packing, transport security, and worker safety. These updates redefine industry best practices for load securing and pest management, requiring logistics and supply chain teams to align operations with the new four-tier technical structure.

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 multiple 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