Hazardous Substances Update

September 2020
Hazardous Substances Update #203

Kia ora tatou,

In this issue, decision-makers on methyl bromide issue their latest direction and minute, approval for a new fungicide, and import reminders with fireworks season and Christmas looming.

News

Methyl bromide

Decision-makers considering recapture rules for the log fumigant methyl bromide have sought further data modelling, to inform their deliberations on the modified reassessment.

Read the latest direction and minute
Find out about the modified reassessment of methyl bromide

First step towards reassessing chlorpyrifos

A decision-making committee has found that grounds exist to reassess the insecticide, chlorpyrifos, and the related compound chlorpyrifos-methyl.

Approval for Amicus

A new fungicide which protects potatoes and cabbages has been approved for use in New Zealand, subject to conditions.

Read the approval decision for Amicus

Application timeframes

Applicants should expect longer processing timeframes, due to a recent spike in applications. This delay particularly relates to applications requiring quantitative assessment, including new active ingredients. We are actively working to manage these peaks in workflow. If you have specific concerns or would like to discuss priorities within your own application queue, please email us on hs.applications@epa.govt.nz

Reminder: import certificate required for fireworks

All retail fireworks require an import certificate from the EPA, and also require testing by a fireworks certifier before they can be sold.

Import certificates are normally processed in ten working days, after we have all the information we need. At busy times, such as in preparation for Guy Fawkes, this timeframe may be longer.

Fireworks can only be sold 2-5 November, and sparklers can only be sold as part of a fireworks package.

Remember that as importers of hazardous substances, you need to be on the Importers and Manufacturer’s register.

Read the information for importers and manufacturers of explosives on our website

Christmas is coming

If you are importing explosives, certain children's art supplies, or ozone depleting substances, over the Christmas holiday period, please ensure you have applied well in advance.

Make sure you have submitted a complete application, including all requested information, by 7 December 2020.

Upcoming public consultations

Learn about upcoming public consultations on proposed changes to laws and regulations we administer

Recent decisions

APP204017 by RB (Hygiene Home) New Zealand Limited to determine if Mortein Powerguard All in One Insect Killer is hazardous
Decision: Determination made - Unable to be determined and notified on 04 August 2020

APP204019 by Adria New Zealand Limited to determine if Venacity is hazardous
Decision: Determination made - Unable to be determined and notified on 05 August 2020

APP203736 by Syngenta Crop Protection Limited to gain approval for import and release of the herbicide Boxer Gold containing 800 g/L prosulfocarb and 120 g/L S-metolachlor as an emulsifiable concentrate (EC) formulation.
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 7 August 2020

APP203887 by Lonza NZ Limited (formerly Zelam) to import or manufacture Experimental Plant Protection Compound: TNL3844 in containment
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 10 August 2020

APP204027 by Syngenta Crop Protection Limited to import or manufacture SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION Experimental Plant Protection Compounds in containment
Decision: Grounds exist for reassessment and decision notified on 17 August 2020

APP204043 by Nelson Petroleum Distributors Limited to import or manufacture NPD 100 PLUS for release
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 20 August July 2020

APP204048 by Shandong Rainbow International Co Limited to import or manufacture Suspension concentrate containing 240 g/L spirotetramat for release
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 20 August 2020

APP203076 by Ensystex New Zealand Limited to import Protect-us MultiAg Insecticide, an insecticide containing imidacloprid
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 26 August 2020

APP204046 by Syngenta Crop Protection Limited to import or manufacture SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION Experimental Plant Protection Compounds in containment
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 26 August 2020

APP204056 by Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty Ltd - NZ details to import or manufacture VBC 30452 in containment
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 27 August 2020

APP204069 by Adama New Zealand Limited to import or manufacture Adama Experimental Plant Protection Products in containment
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 28 August 2020

APP204088 by R J Hill Laboratories Ltd to import or manufacture Persistent Organic Pollutants in containment
Decision: Approved with Controls and decision notified on 28 August 2020

Withdrawn applications

No hazardous substance applications, previously notified, were withdrawn in this period.

Amendments to hazardous substances approvals

APP202019-APP204111 by the New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited to amend HSC100112 APP202019 (Amendment APP204111)
Decision: Decision notified on 27 August 2020

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September 2020 Hazardous Substances Update #203