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Hazardous Substances
Update
May 2021
Hazardous Substances Update #209
Kia ora,
This month: calling for information on glyphosate, the EPA’s latest Chemical Review is out, and a look ahead to Fieldays.
Glyphosate call for information
We are seeking information to help us determine how much glyphosate is being imported and manufactured in New Zealand, and importantly, how it’s being used.
Submissions are open until 5.00pm on 27 August.
Chemical Review triggers classification updates
The hazard classifications of 123 substances have been updated as part of the latest Chemical Review by the EPA.
Suppliers, manufacturers, and users of chemical products should check the application documents to see whether their products are affected by the changes.
Candidate call extended
We have extended the deadline to have your say on which new organisms should no longer hold regulatory status as “new”, because they are effectively resident in Aotearoa New Zealand. Submissions now close at 5.00pm on 4 June.
GHS 7 now in effect
New Zealand is now using the Globally Harmonised System (GHS 7), an internationally agreed way of classifying chemicals. The changes primarily require importers and manufacturers to update their hazard classification, labelling, and safety data sheets.
Explosives import certificate amendment fee
Changes to existing import certificates may now be subject to an additional application fee. This is dependent on the type and number of changes required and is at the discretion of the EPA.
Read about hazardous substances application fees
Read EPA guidance on importing explosives into NZ
Methyl bromide reassessment
There’s plenty of material on the EPA website to bring you right up to date with the latest information provided to and released by the Decision-Making Committee on the modified reassessment.
EPA at FieldaysVisit the EPA’s “Sharing Shed” at Fieldays from 16-19 June, where we will be offering free haircuts in exchange for conversations. We want to hear about the challenges facing the agricultural sector, the actions farmers are taking to protect the environment, and their vision for the future. You’ll find our stand at PD42 in the Fieldays Pavilion. |
Sustainability star searchEntries are now open to find a trailblazing young person who is leading the way on environmental sustainability in Aotearoa New Zealand. The EPA is proud to sponsor the Change Maker category of this year’s Sustainable Business Awards. Entrants must be aged 30 years or under, who have gone above and beyond to progress social and/or environmental action within their organisation or community. |
Recent decisions
APP204194 by Rocket Lab Ltd to import or manufacture CF-2 in containment.
Decision: approved with controls 9 April 2021
APP204172 by Koppers Performance Chemicals New Zealand to import or manufacture Protim Optimum HF Premix for release.
Decision: approved with controls 13 April 2021
APP204186 by Invasive Pest Control Limited to import or manufacture Diphacinone and cholecalciferol gel in containment.
Decision: approved with controls 19 April 2021
APP204183 by The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited – Christchurch to import or manufacture hazardous substances into containment. Research and development on substance in containment.
Decision: approved with controls 23 April 2021
APP204163 by Koppers Performance Chemicals New Zealand to import or manufacture FramePro LF for release.
Decision: approved with controls 27 April 2021
APP204190 by Invasive Pest Control Limited to import or manufacture Norbormide pellet bait in containment.
Decision: approved with controls 28 April 2021
APP203876 by Genera Limited to import or manufacture Blueflume for release.
Decision: approved with controls 29 April 2021
APP204090 by Ensystex New Zealand Limited to import or manufacture Permethor Shield Liquid Insecticide for release.
Decision: approved with controls 29 April 2021
APP204128 by Shandong Rainbow International Co Limited to import or manufacture Chlorothalonil 900 WDG for release.
Decision: declined 30 April 2021
Withdrawn applications
No hazardous substances applications were withdrawn during this period.
Amendments to approvals
No amendments were made under section 67A of the HSNO Act for minor or technical errors, decided by the EPA or the Chief Executive under delegated powers from the EPA during this period.
Other news
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