Australia to approve fumigant propylene oxide

Date:05-14-2012


After a series of evaluations in relation to human and environmental safety, The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) got satisfactory results and has proposed the registration for Dibbs Progas Fumigant, containing the new active ingredient propylene Oxide, from RA DIBBS & SONS PTY LTD. The product is for use to control microbiological spoilage in shelled almonds. The proposed registration approval is open to public comment until June 6th. Relevant comments will be taken into account by the APVMA in deciding whether the product should be registered and in determining appropriate conditions of registration and product labelling.