EPA approved new pesticide product Contram ST-1

The US company Lubrizol in Ohio had submitted an application in June 2009 to register the pesticide product, Contram ST-1, as an antimicrobial preservative to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi in metalworking, cutting, cooling and lubricating concentrates. 

This product was not previously registered. After considering all required data on risks associated with the proposed use of N, N'Methylenebismorpholine, and information on social, economic and environmental benefits to be derived from use, the EPA approved the application on November 2, 2011. 

The EPA has also reviewed the nature of the chemical and its pattern of use, application methods and rates, and level and extent of potential exposure and made basic health and safety determinations that use of N, N'Methylenebismorpholine when used in accordance with widespread and commonly recognized practice, will not generally cause unreasonable adverse effects to the environment.