Commencement

(1) These Regulations shall come into effect on the 1st of August, 1995. (2) On the date of commencement of these Regulations, the Minister shall publish Schedules of Registered and Restricted Pesticides as well as of pesticides which are prohibited under the Act. MADE by the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, this 3rd day of July, 1995. (RUSSEL GARCIA) Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Repeal. Commencement. 32 Pesticides Control SCHEDULE I1 [Regulation 5(1)] DATA REQUIRED FOR THE REGISTRATION OF PESTICIDES For technical grade pesticides (six copies in English) 1. IDENTITY 1.1 Trade name. 1.2 Manufacturer, country of origin and source. 1.3 Common name: proposed or accepted by ISO. 1.4 Synonyms. 1.5 Chemical name as proposed or accepted by IUPAC or, in its absence, by another internationally recognized organization. 1.6 Empirical formula and molecular weight. 1.7 Structural formula. 1.8 Chemical family. 1.9 Degree of Purity (Concentration of the Active Ingredient). 1.10 Isomers (when applicable). 1.11 Outstanding and non-outstanding impurities at concentrations above 1g x Kg of technical material. 1 This Schedule was inserted by S.I. 18 of 2003. Pesticides Control 33 1.12 Additives (identify when applicable). 2. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 2.1 Appearance. 2.1.1 Physical state. 2.1.2 Colour. 2.1.3 Odor. 2.2 Melting point in °C, when applicable. 2.3 Boiling point. 2.4 Density. 2.5 Vapor pressure, at temperatures between 10 and 30°C, when applicable. 2.6 Ultraviolet, infrared, magnetic resonance spectrums and mass spectrometry. 2.7 Solubility in water at temperatures between 10 and 30°C, when applicable. 2.8 Solubility of the active ingredient in various solvents, at temperatures between 10 and 30°C. 2.9 Partition coefficient between n-octanol/water (pH and temperature), if this has been determined. 2.10 Flash point. 2.11 Surface tension (when applicable). 2.12 Explosive properties. 34 Pesticides Control 2.13 Oxidation properties. 2.14 Reactivity with container material. 2.15 Viscosity (when applicable). 2.16 pH. 2.17 Hydrolysis rate under stated relevant conditions, when applicable. 2.18 Minimum and maximum active ingredients content, expressed in percentages by weight (w/w) or by volume (w/v). 2.19 Other pertinent properties. 3. USE-RELATED ASPECTS 3.1 Mode of action. 3.2 Biochemical form of action of the active ingredient on pests. 4. TOXIC EFFECT ON MAMMALIAN SPECIES 4.1 Acute toxicity. 4.1.1 Average acute oral toxicity in rats in mg/kg of body weight. 4.1.2 Average acute dermal toxicity in rats and/or rabbits in mg/kg of body weight. 4.1.3 Average acute lethal concentration by inhalation in mg/l or mg/m3. 4.1.4 Eye irritation (this study shall be omitted when the materials under analysis are corrosive). Pesticides Control 35 4.1.5 Sensitivity. 4.2 Subchronic toxicity (13 to 90 days). 4.2.1 Average subchronic oral toxicity in rats by mg/kg of body weight. 4.2.2 Average subchronic dermal toxicity in rats and/or rabbits in mg/kg of body weight. 4.2.3 Eye irritation (this study shall be omitted when materials under analysis are corrosive). 4.3 Chronic toxicity in minimum of two species. 4.3.1 Average chronic oral lethal dosage in rats in mg/kg of body weight. 4.3.2 Average chronic dermal lethal dosage in rats and/or rabbits in mg/kg of body weight. 4.3.3 Admissible daily intake. 4.4 Oncogenicity. 4.5 Mutagenicity (in vivo and in vitro). 4.6 Toxicological compatibility, potentiation, synergism, additive potential (for mixes of active ingredients), when applicable. 4.7 Effect on reproduction. 4.7.1 Teratogenicity. 4.7.2 Study on, at least, two mammalian generations. 36 Pesticides Control 4.8 Metabolism in mammals. 4.8.1 Oral and dermal administration studies. 4.8.1.1 Absorption. 4.8.1.2 Distribution. 4.8.1.3 Excretion. 4.8.2 Explanation of the metabolic routes. 4.9 Mandatory medical information. 4.9.1 Diagnosis and symptoms of intoxication. 4.9.2 Proposed treatment. 4.9.1.1 First Aid. 4.9.1.2 Medical Treatment. 4.10 Additional studies (when applicable). 4.10.1 Studies on neurotoxicity (when available) 4.10.2 Special justified studies 4.11 Available complementary medical information. 4.11.1 Intoxication diagnosis4.11.1.1 Observations in clinical, accidental and intentional injury cases. 4.11.1.2 Observations from epidemiological studies. 4.11.1.3 Observations on allergies. Pesticides Control 37 5. TOXIC EFFECTS ON OTHER SPECIES 5.1 Effects on birds. 5.1.1 Acute oral toxicity in pheasants, quail, wild ducks or other validated species. 5.1.2 Short-term toxicity (8-day study on one species) in pheasant, quail, wild duck or other validated species. 5.1.3 Effects on the reproduction of pheasants, quails, wild ducks or other validated species (when applicable). 5.1.4 Special studies on domestic animals (when justified). 5.2 Effects on aquatic organism. 5.2.1 Acute toxicity for fish, rainbow trout, carp or other validated species (particularly hot-water species). 5.2.2 Chronic toxicity in fish, rainbow trout, carp or other validated species (hot-water species). 5.2.3 Effects on the reproduction and growth rate of fish, rainbow trout, carp and other validated species (hot- water species) (when applicable). 5.2.4 Bioaccumulation in fish, rainbow trout, carp and other validated species (when applicable). 5.2.5 Acute toxicity in Daphnia magna, when applicable. 5.2.6 Chronic studies on Daphnia magna, when applicable. 5.2.7 Reproduction rate in Daphnia magna, when applicable. 38 Pesticides Control 5.2.8 Growth rate in Daphnia magna, when applicable. 5.2.9 Effect on the growth of Selenastrum capricornutum algae or another validated species. 5.3 Effects on organism other than the control organism. 5.3.1 Acute toxicity in bees, oral and by contact. 5.3.2 Toxicity in beneficial arthropods (example: predators) 5.3.3 Toxicity in earth worms. Eisetia foetida or other validated species. 5.3.4 Toxicity in soil microorganism (nitrifiers) (when applicable) 5.4 Other studies (when applicable) 6. RESIDUES IN TREATED PRODUCTS 6.1 Identification of the products of degradation and the reaction of metabolites in plants or treated products. 6.2 Behaviour of the residues of the active substance and its metabolites from application to harvest, when relevant. Absorption, distribution or conjugation with the plant ingredients and product dissipation in the environment. 6.3 Data on residues, obtained from controlled tests. 6.4 Maximum residue limits set for recommended crops. When none exist, data on residues obtained from protocolized tests according to international standards (FAO Directives) must be filed. Pesticides Control 39 7. EFFECT ON THE ABIOTIC ENVIRONMENT 7.1 Behaviour in the soil. Data on 3 types of soil patterns. 7.1.1 Degradation: rates and channels (up to 90%), including the identification of7.1.1.1 intervening processes; 7.1.1.2 metabolites and the products of degradation; 7.1.1.3 adsorption and desorption, and the mobility of the active substance and, if relevant, of its metabolites. 7.1.2 Magnitude and nature of the remaining residues. 7.2 Behaviour in water and air. 7.2.1 Rates and channels of degradation in the aquatic environment. 7.2.2 Hydrolysis and photolysis (if they are not specified in the physical and chemical properties). 8. INFORMATION ON SAFETY 8.1 Procedures for the destruction of active ingredients and for decontamination. 8.2 Possibilities of recovery (if available). 8.3 Possibilities of neutralization. 8.4 Controlled incineration (conditions). 8.5 Water purification (if available). 40 Pesticides Control 8.6 Recommended methods and precautions for handling during handling, storage, transportation and in the case of fire. 8.7 In the case of fire, products of reaction and combustion gases. 8.8 Information on personal protective equipment. 8.9 Hazards and precautions for technical grade products. 8.10 Hazards for human handling the product, indicating the following– (a) body organs and systems that are affected; (b) symptoms of acute intoxication by skin, eyes, inhalation; (c) routes of product absorption. 8.11 Emergency and first aid procedures in the case of acute intoxication through ingestion, contact or inhalation. 8.12 Information on specific antidotes. 8.13 Information on storage conditions. 8.14 Indication of the type of suitable clothing that should be used for protection during transportation and storage. 9. ANALYTICAL METHODS 9.1 Analytical method used to determine the purity of the active substance (active technical ingredient). 9.2 Analytical methods and standards used to determine the products of degradation, isomers, impurities (with toxicological and ecotoxicological importance). Pesticides Control 41 9.3 Analytical method used to determine residues in treated plants, farm products, processed foods, soil and water. The rate of recovery and limits of sensibility to the method will be included. 9.4 Analytical methods for the air, animal or human tissues and fluids (when available) 9.5 Analytical standards for the pure active ingredient (when asked for by authorities). 9.6 Method of confinement9.6.1 the destruction of remnants of unused technical materials; 9.6.2 the disposal of unusable containers; 9.6.3 handling and disposal of technical material spills; 9.6.4 decontamination and the final destination of used containers. For formulated products, the following additional information is to be attached to the application for registration, with its respective references (six copies in English): 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1.1 Name and address of the formulator. 1.2 Trade name. 1.3 Name of the active ingredient and quality specifications. 1.4 Intended use (example: herbicide, insecticide) 42 Pesticides Control 1.5 Type of formulation (example: wettable powder, emulsifiable concentrate) 2. COMPOSITION 2.1 Analytical Certificate of Composition. 2.2 Nature of the other components in the formulation. 3. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 3.1 Appearances3.1.1 Physical condition. 3.1.2 Colour. 3.2 Stability during storage (regarding composition and the physical properties related to use). 3.3 Relative density. 3.4 Inflammability3.4.1 For liquids, flash point. 3.4.2 For solids, declare whether or not the product is inflammable. 3.5 pH. 3.6 Explosivity. 4. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF THE FORMULATED PRODUCT RELATED TO THEIR USE 4.1 Moisture content (for dispersible powders). Pesticides Control 43 4.2 Foaming persistence (for formulations applied in water). 4.3 Suspension capabilities of dispersible powders, concentrates in suspension, dispersible and encapsulated granules. 4.4 Wet granular analysis (for dispersible powders and concentrates in suspension). 4.5 Dry granular analysis. Percentage of disintegration of powders in granules and powders. 4.6 Stability of the emulsion (in emulsifiable concentrates). 4.7 Corrosiveness. 4.8 Incompatibility with other products (Examples: crop protection products and fertilizer incompatibility) 4.9 Density at 20°C in g/ml (for liquid formulations). 4.10 Flash point (oils and solutions). 4.11 Viscosity (for suspensions and emulsions). 4.12 Sulfonation index (oils). 4.13 Dispersion (for dispersible granules). 4.14 Gas emissions (for granules that generate gas). 4.15 Looseness or fluidity (for dry powders). 4.16 Iodine and saponification indexes (for mineral oils). 4.17 Any other property related to use according to the type of formulation. 44 Pesticides Control 5. INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION OF THE FORMULATED PRODUCT 5.1 Application conditions. 5.2 Pests that are controlled. 5.3 Conditions under which the product can be used. 5.4 Dosage. 5.5 Number and timing of applications. 5.6 Application methods. 5.7 Instructions for use. 5.8 Re-entry interval into treated area (when applicable). 5.9 Pre-harvest intervals. 5.10 Effects on successive crops. 5.11 Phytotoxicity and compatibility. 5.12 Proposed and approved uses in other countries, especially from the region of Central America. 5.13 Trial reports on biological efficacy (if carried out locally, use standard protocols for efficacy trials). 5.14 Resistance (information on the development of resistance and monitoring strategies), when available. Pesticides Control 45 6. PROPOSED LABELLING AND PACKAGING FOR THE FORMULATED PRODUCT Any container or package that contains formulated pesticides, technical products or adjuvants must carry a safety seal on the cap to guarantee the identity and quality of the product. 6.1 Proposed harmonized label and pamphlet as per harmonized regional guidelines. 6.2 Containers 6.2.1 Type. 6.2.2 Materials. 6.2.3 Capacity. 6.2.4 Resistance. 6.3 Packaging. 6.3.1 Type. 6.3.2 Materials. 6.3.3 Capacity. 6.3.4 Resistance. 6.4 Action of the product on container materials. 6.5 Decontamination and container handling procedures (triple rinsing and other techniques according to local current laws). 46 Pesticides Control 7. DATA ON FORMULATED PRODUCT REMNANT MANAGEMENT 7.1 Procedures for the destruction of active substances and for decontamination. 7.2 Recovery possibilities (if available). 7.3 Neutralization possibilities. 7.4 Controlled incineration (conditions). 7.5 Water purification (if available). 7.6 Recommended methods and precautions during handling, storage, transportation and in the case of fire. 7.7 In case of fire, reactive products and combustion gases. 7.8 Information on personal protective equipment. 7.9 Application equipment cleaning procedures. 8. TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON THE FORMULATED PRODUCT 8.1 Acute toxicity in mammals. 8.1.1 Average acute oral toxicity in rats in mg/Kg body weight. 8.1.2 Average acute dermal toxicity in rats and rabbits in mg/Kg of body weight. 8.1.3 Average acute lethal concentration by inhalation in mg/l or mg/m3. 8.1.4 Eye irritation (this study shall be omitted when the materials being evaluated are corrosive) Pesticides Control 47 8.1.5 Skin sensitivity. 8.2 Mandatory medical information. 8.2.1 Diagnosis and symptoms of intoxication. 8.3 Available complementary medical information. 8.3.1 Information on clinical, accidental and intentional cases (when available). 9. DATA ON THE EFFECTS OF THE FORMULATED PRODUCT ON THE ENVIRONMENT 9.1 Toxic effects on non-mammalian species (when required). 9.2 Toxic effects on mammalian species: other than those indicated in point 8 (when required). 9.3 Effects on the environment (when required). 10. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON OTHER COMPONENT SUBSTANCES OF THE FORMULATION, IN CASES WHERE THEY ARE OF TOXICOLOGICAL IMPORTANCE 10.1 Information regarding solvents, emulsifiers, adhesives, stabilizes, colourants and any other substance included in the formulation of toxicological and ecotoxicological importance. 10.1.1 Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation) (when applicable). 10.1.2 Oncogenesis (when applicable). 10.1.3 Biodegradability (when applicable) 48 Pesticides Control 10.1.4 Partition coefficient. For adjuvants of agricultural use (six copies in English)A) PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF THE MAIN INGREDIENT(S) THAT CONSTITUTE THE ADJUVANT 1. Chemical name(s) of the ingredients(s) and its concentration(s) expressed in g/kg or g/l. 2. Empirical formula and molecular weight, when applicable. 3. Melting point in °C, when applicable. 4. Decomposition point in °C, when applicable. 5. Boiling point in °C, when applicable. 6. Solubility in water at temperatures between 10 and 30°C. 7. Solubility of the main ingredient(s) in several solvents. 8. Density at any temperature between 10 and 30°C. 9. Physical state. 10. Indicate product stability and storage conditions, such as temperature, humidity and aeration, indicating of there is any chemical reaction with the containers. 11. Product characteristics, when applicable11.1 Inflammability. 11.2 Explosivity. 11.3 Hydrolysis. Pesticides Control 49 11.4 Oxidation. 11.5 Temperature and light resistance index, only in the case in which the constituents are sensitive. 11.6 Colour. 12. Corrosivity. 13. Incompatibility with other agricultural chemical products and other substances. 14. Other pertinent properties. 15. Indicate if product produces foam. 16. Half-life. B) RECOMMENDED USAGE 1. Recommended dosage. 2. Suitable methods for the preparation of the application material. 50 Pesticides Control SCHEDULE II1 [Regulation 5(2)] REQUIREMENTS FOR LABELLING OF FORMULATED PACKAGES All formulated pesticide shall bear the approved printed or lithographed label and respective pamphlet, and shall coincide with the technical information provided to support its registration in Belize. The owner of the registration shall be solely responsible for the technical information presented on the label and pamphlet. LABELLING OF FORMULATED CHEMICAL PESTICIDES FOR AGRICULTURAL USE, FOR CONTAINERS OR PACKAGES OF LESS THAN ONE KILOGRAM OF LITRE AND CONSISTING OF ONLY ONE PANEL The product shall display, in clear print and written in English or Spanish, the following information in the following order: 1.1 The following legend; centred and running the entire length of the upper margin, affixed in bold, capital letters. STOP! READ THE PAMPHLET BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT AND CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES. 1.2 Formulating, distributing or manufacturing company logo. The logo shall occupy a maximum of 4% of the total label area. The logo may be of distinctive colours and duly registered, and shall be placed in the centre of the label. 1 This Schedule was Inserted by S.I. 18 of 2003 Pesticides Control 51 1.3 Trade name (written in letters only), followed by the concentration of the active ingredient (expressed in numbers), and its English acronym for the formulation of the pesticide. Exception will be made in the cases where commercial names adopt the generic name of a pesticide which contains numbers. Concentration will be expressed in percentage on a weight-by-weight basis (w/w) in the case of solids, or weight by volume (w/v) for liquids (without the [%] sign) and the formulation of the pesticide. Where more than one active substance is chemically mixed, their concentrations will be added to be expressed in total. 1.4 Companies possessing duly registered logos may print these in the centre of the label. This shall not interfere with the written content of the label. The colour of these figures shall be the same as those of the toxicological colour band. 1.5 Class (biological action) and type (chemical family) of the pesticide cantered in bold capitals. 1.51.1 Where pesticides are mixed, each shall be declared individually as may apply. (a) Mixture of classes are separated by commas. (e.g. INSECTICIDE, NEMATICIDE). (b) Mixture of types are separated by commas. (e.g. CARBAMATE, ORGANOPHOSPHATE). (c) Mixture of type and class are separated by a hyphen. (ORGANOPHOSPHATE-PYRETHROID) 1.6 Common Name– proposed or accepted by ISO, shall be placed in the centre, in bold capitals; in the case of mixtures, these shall be separated by commas. (e.g. CYPERMETHRIN, PROPHENOPHOS). 52 Pesticides Control 1.7 Title: “Chemical composition” This title shall be written as shown in bold. Chemical name (proposed or accepted by IUPAC) of the active ingredient and its percentage expressed in w/w in the case of a solid and w/w or w/v in the case of a liquid. These abbreviations shall be in small, bold letters above the digits indicating its percentage. Inert ingredients and their percentage in w/w in the case of a solid, or w/w or w/v of it is a liquid. These abbreviations shall be placed above the digits indicating percentage. Hydrocarbon-based solvents shall be declared, and, where applicable, their chemical names shall be cited. Total. Sum of the percentages of the ingredients of the product. 1.8 Contains: _______ grams active ingredient(s) per kilogram or litre of the commercial product. The chemical or common names, nor abbreviations shall be used. 1.9 Net content: To be written as shown and in bold. In litres or kilograms, or their multiples. 1.10 On the central portion of the label, and in accordance with the latest WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification, acute LD50 values for formulated products), the following shall be indicated1.10.1 For EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category Ia) the words VERY TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals with permanent ink, with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. Pesticides Control 53 1.10.2 For HIGHLY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category 1b) the word TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 1.10.3 For MODERATELY HAZARDOUS substances (Category II) the word HARMFUL shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. The figure X in bold within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 1.10.4 For SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS substances (Category III, the word CAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 1.10.5 For substances in Category IV, the word PRECAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 1.11 The legend shall read as followsIN CASE OF INTOXICATION TAKE PATIENT TO A PHYSICIAN AND PRESENT THIS LABEL OR PAMPHLET The legend shall be centred, and in bold capitals. 1.11.1 At this point, the word ANTIDOTE should be indicated: in bold capitals. Where the antidote exists, it shall be printed in bold capitals; on the contrary the words DOES NOT EXIST shall be printed in bold capitals: this shall be centred on the label (e.g. ANTIDOTE: DOES NOT EXIST). 1.12 Name and address of manufacturer and/or formulator. 54 Pesticides Control 1.13 Country where product is registered, registration number and registration date, in that order. 1.14 Lot number and date of product formulation date. 1.15 For containers of less than one kilogram (Kg) or one litre (l), a label with two panels may be used; in the case of cylindrical containers, the label shall cover 100% of its surface. 1.15.1 The size of the label for non-cylindrical containers, whose capacity is less than one litre or one kilogram, shall be such that it covers the entire front of the same; in the case of containers or packages containing more than one-half but less than one kilogram, these may bear a label consisting of two panels. In the case of cylindrical containers or packages, the two-panel label shall cover it completely. 1.16 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, shall cover 15% of the label height, nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band except for its toxicological category. For toxicological classification purposes of the formulated chemical pesticides the experimental acute oral and/or dermal LD50 should be used, where this experimental data does not exist, it may be calculated in accordance to the updated WHO document and apply the latest WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, acute LD50 values for formulated products. Depending on the toxicity, the label shall bear on the band, with permanent ink and colour indicated, the following: Pesticides Control 55 I. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS (Ia), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band, in black capitals. II. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as HIGHLY HAZARDOUS (Ib), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words HIGHLY HAZARDOUS, along the entire band in black capitals. III. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as MODERATELY HAZARDOUS (II), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a yellow band (PMS* C) with the words MODERATELY HAZARDOUS, along the entire band in black capitals. IV. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a blue band (PMS* 293 C) with the words SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in white capitals. V. For formulated chemical pesticides in Category IV, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a green band (PMS* 347 C) within which nothing shall be written. 2. LABELLING OF FORMULATED CHEMICAL PESTICIDES FOR AGRICULTURAL USE, FOR CONTAINERS OR PACKAGES OF ONE OR MORE KILOGRAMS OR LITRES AND CONSISTING OF ONLY TWO PANELS The product shall display, in clear print, the following and in the following order56 Pesticides Control FRONT PANEL 2.1 Shall bear along the upper margin of the label, centred and in black capitals, the following legend: STOP! READ THE PAMPHLET BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. 2.2 Formulating, distributing or manufacturing company logo. The logo shall occupy a maximum of 4% of the total label area. The logo may be of distinctive colours, which may be duly registered, and it shall be placed in the centre of the label. 2.3 Trade name (written in letters only), followed by the concentration of the active ingredient (expressed in numbers) and its English acronym for the formulation of the pesticide. Exception will be made in the cases where trade names adopt the common name of a pesticide which contains numbers (e.g. 2,4-D60SL) Concentration will be expressed in percentage on a weight by weight basis (w/w) in the case of solids or weight by volume (w/v) for liquids (without the [%] sign) and the formulation of the pesticide with English acronym. Where more than one active substance is chemically mixed, their concentrations will be added to be expressed in total. 2.4 Companies possessing duly registered logos may print these in the centre of the label. This shall not interfere with the written content of the label. The colour of these figures shall be the same as those of the toxicological band. 2.5 Class (biological action) and type (chemical family) of the pesticide centred, in bold capitals. Pesticides Control 57 2.5.1 Where pesticides are mixed, each shall be declared individually as may apply. (a) Mixture of classes are separated by commas. (e.g. INSECTICIDE, NEMATICIDE). (b) Mixture of types are separated by commas. (e.g. CARBAMATE, ORGANOPHOSPHATE). (c) Mixture of type and class are separated by a hyphen. (e.g. ORGANOPHOSPHATE - PYRETHROID). 2.6 Common Name, as proposed or accepted by ISO, shall be placed in the centre, in bold capitals; in the case of mixtures, these shall be separated by commas. (e.g. CYPERMETHRIN, PROPHENOPHOS). 2.7 Title: Chemical composition This title shall be written as shown in bold. Chemical name of the active ingredient as proposed or accepted by IUPAC and its percentage in w/w in the case of a solid and w/w or w/v in the case of a liquid. These abbreviations shall be in small, bold letters above the digits indicating its percentage. Inert ingredients and their percentage in w/w in the case of a solid, or w/v or w/w if it is a liquid. These abbreviations shall be placed above the digits indicating percentage. Hydrocarbon-based solvents shall be declared, where applicable, their chemical names shall be cited. Total. Sum of the percentages of the ingredients of the product. 2.8 Contains: __________ grams active ingredients (s) per kilogram or litre of the commercial product. The chemical or generic names, nor abbreviations shall be used. 58 Pesticides Control 2.9 Net content: To be written as shown and in bold. In litres or kilograms, or their multiples. 2.10 On the central portion of the label, and in accordance with the latest WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, acute LD50 values for formulated products, the following shall be indicated: 2.10.1 For EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category 1a) the words VERY TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals with permanent ink, with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 2.10.2 For HIGHLY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category 1b) the word TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals with permanent ink, with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area 2.10.3 For MODERATELY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category II) the word HARMFUL shall be printed in bold capitals with permanent ink. The figure X in bold within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 2.10.4 For SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS substances (Category III), the word CAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 2.10.5 For substances in Category IV, the word PRECAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 2.11 At this point, the word ANTIDOTE should be indicated: in bold capitals. Where the antidote exists, it shall be printed in bold capitals; on the contrary the words DOES Pesticides Control 59 NOT EXIST shall be printed in bold capitals; this shall be centred on the label (e.g. ANTIDOTE: DOES NOT EXIST). 2.12 Name and address of manufacturer and/or formulator. 2.13 Title: PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR USE: (left-aligned and in bold capitals). Shall bear the following legends, in bold capitals. DO NOT STORE IN DWELLINGS. KEEP UNDER LOCK AND KEY, AWAY FROM THE REACH OF CHILDREN. (This legend shall be left-aligned with its respective pictogram at its right). Subsequently, any of the three legends described below may be used as necessary, depending on the type of formulation, accompanied by its respective pictogram. USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING, LOADING AND APPLYING THE PRODUCT PICTOGRAM USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING THE PRODUCT, DURING THE MIXING, LOADING AND APPLICATION. PICTOGRAM USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING OR APPLYING THE PRODUCT. PICTOGRAM 60 Pesticides Control Based on the procedural pictograms, the specific names of the recommended gear shall be indicated in writing. DO NOT EAT, SMOKE OR DRINK WHILE HANDLING OR APPLYING THIS PRODUCT. PICTOGRAM SHOWER AFTER WORKING WITH THIS PRODUCT AND WEAR CLEAN CLOTHES. PICTOGRAM Placement, size and colour of the pictograms shall be the following: PLACEMENT AND ORDER OF THE PICTOGRAMS: Shall be placed to the right of the corresponding legends, that is, on the right margin of the label (front panel). SIZE: The size of each pictogram shall be such that it allows the user to identify and understand the message. COLOUR: Black figures on a white background. 2.14 The legend shall read: IN CASE OF INTOXICATION TAKE THE PATIENT TO A PHYSICIAN AND PRESENT THIS LABEL OR PAMPHLET. (Centred and in bold capitals). 2.15 Title: SYMPTOMS OF INTOXICATION: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals, followed by a colon). Specific for the pesticide. Pesticides Control 61 2.16 Title: FIRST AID: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals, followed by a colon). Explanation of applicable measures in case of intoxication via oral, dermal, inhalation or by contact with eyes; in that order. 2.17 The legend shall read: DO NOT GIVE TO DRINK OR INDUCE VOMITING IN PERSONS IN AN UNCONSCIOUS STATE (Centred, and in bold capitals). 2.18 Title: MEDICAL TREATMENT: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals and followed by a colon) 2.19 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, shall cover 15% of the label height, nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band except for its toxicological category. For toxicological classification purposes of the formulated chemical pesticides the experimental acute oral and/or dermal LD50 should be used, where this experimental data does not exist, it may be calculated in accordance to the updated WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, acute LD50 values for formulated products. Depending on the toxicity, the label shall bear on the band, with permanent ink colour indicated, the following: I. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS (Ia), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words EXTREMELY 62 Pesticides Control HAZARDOUS along the entire band, in black capitals. II. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as HIGHLY HAZARDOUS (Ib), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words HIGHLY HAZARDOUS, along the entire band in black capitals. III. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as MODERATELY HAZARDOUS (II) shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a yellow band (PMS* C) with the words MODERATELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in black capitals. IV. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS, shall bear along the lower margin of the label a blue band (PMS* 293C) with the words SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in white capitals. V. For formulated chemical pesticides in Category IV, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a green band (PMS* 347C) within which nothing shall be written. REAR PANEL 2.20 The following legend; centred and running the entire length of the upper margin: STOP! READ THE PAMPHLET BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT AND CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES. Pesticides Control 63 PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT WITH GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES, COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS PROVIDED IN THE PAMPHLET. Both legends shall be affixed in bold capitals. 2.21 In the case where the chemical pesticides may have an effect on the environment, it shall bear the following legend: TOXIC TO LIVESTOCK PICTOGRAM (The phrase shall be left-aligned and written in bold capitals, ending with a colon). TOXIC TO FISH AND CRUSTACEANS DO NOT CONTAMINATE RIVERS, LAKES, OR PONDS WITH THIS PRODUCT OR ITS EMPTY CONTAINERS PICTOGRAM NOTE: where the pesticide may have effects only on fish, the word crustaceans shall not be included in the previous legend, and vice versa. The legend shall be light-aligned and written in bold capitals, with its corresponding pictogram to the right. TOXIC TO BEES (Left-aligned, in bold capitals). 64 Pesticides Control Placement, size and colour of the pictograms shall be the following: PLACEMENT AND ORDER OF THE PICTOGRAMS: Shall be placed to the right of the corresponding legends, that is, on the right margin of the label (front panel). SIZE: The size of each pictogram shall be such that it allows the user to identify and understand the message. COLOUR: Black figures on a white background. 2.22 Title: WARRANTY DECLARATION: (Left-aligned and written in bold capitals, ending with a colon). 2.23 Write the names of the counties in Central America where the product has been registered, number and date of registration. (in the following order). COUNTRY REGISTRATION DATE OF REGISTRATION NUMBER GUATEMALA BELIZE EL SALVADOR HONDURAS NICARAGUA COSTA RICA PANAMA LOT NUMBER: DATE OF FORMULATION: Pesticides Control 65 2.24 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, identifying the toxicological category shall cover 15% of the label height; nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band. 3. LABELLING OF FORMULATED CHEMICALS PESTICIDES FOR AGRICULTURAL USE, FOR CONTAINERS OR PACKAGES OF ONE OR MRE KILOGRAM OR LITRE AND CONSISTING OF THREE PANELS The product shall display, in clear print, the following in the following order: LEFT PANEL 3.1 Shall bear along the upper margin of the label, centred and in black capitals, the following legend: STOP! READ THE PAMPHLET BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. The legend shall be affixed in bold capitals. 3.2 Title: PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR USE: (left-aligned and in bold capitals). Shall bear the following legends, in bold capitals. DO NOT STORE IN DWELLINGS. KEEP UNDER LOCK AND KEY, AWAY FROM THE REACH OF CHILDREN (This legend shall be left-aligned with its respective pictogram at its right). 66 Pesticides Control Subsequently, any of the three legends described below may be used as necessary, depending on the type of formulation, accompanied by its respective pictogram. USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING, LOADING AND APPLYING THE PRODUCT. PICTOGRAM USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING THE PRODUCT, DURING THE MIXING, LOADING AND APPLICATION. PICTOGRAM USE THE FOLLOWING PROTECTIVE GEAR WHEN HANDLING OR APPLYING THE PRODUCT. PICTOGRAM Based on the procedural pictograms, the specific names of the recommended gear shall be indicated in writing. DO NOT EAT, SMOKE OR DRINK WHILE HANDLING OR APPLYING THIS PRODUCT. PICTOGRAM SHOWER AFTER WORKING WITH THIS PRODUCT AND WEAR CLEAN CLOTHES. PICTOGRAM Placement, size and colour of the pictograms shall be the following: PLACEMENT AND ORDER OF THE PICTOGRAMS: Shall be placed to the right of the Pesticides Control 67 corresponding legends, that is, on the right margin of the label (front panel) and in the established order. SIZE: The size of each pictogram shall be such that it allows the user to identify and understand the message. COLOUR: Black figures on a white background. 3.3 The legend shall read: IN CASE OF INTOXICATION TAKE THE PATIENT TO A PHYSICIAN AND PRESENT THIS LABEL OR PAMPHLET. (Centred and in bold capitals) 3.4 Title: SYMPTOMS OF INTOXICATION: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals, followed by a colon). Specific for the pesticide. 3.5 Title: FIRST AID: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals, followed by a colon). Explanation of applicable measures in case of intoxication via oral, dermal, inhalation or by contact with eyes; in that order. 3.6 The legend shall read: DO NOT GIVE TO DRINK OR INDUCE VOMIT TO PERSONS IN AN UNCONSCIOUS STATE (Centred, and in bold capitals). 3.7 Title: MEDICAL TREATMENT: (Left-aligned, in bold capitals and followed by a colon) 68 Pesticides Control 3.8 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, shall cover 15% of the label height, nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band except for its toxicological category. For toxicological classification purposes of the formulated chemical pesticides the experimental acute oral and/or dermal LD50 should be used, where this experimental data does not exist, it may be calculated in accordance to the updated WHO document and apply the latest WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, acute LD50 values for formulated products. Depending on the toxicity, the label shall bear on the band, with permanent ink and colour indicated, the following: I. For formulated chemical pesticide categorized as EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS (Ia), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band, in black capitals. II. For formulated chemical pesticide categorized as HIGHLY HAZARDOUS (Ib), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199C) with the words HIGHLY HAZARDOUS along the entire band, in black capitals. III. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as MODERATELY HAZARDOUS (II) shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a yellow band (PMS* C) with the words MODERATELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in black capital. IV. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS, shall bear along the Pesticides Control 69 lower margin of the label, a blue band (PMS* 293 C) with the words SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in white capitals. V. For formulated chemical pesticides in Category IV, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a green band (PMS* 347 C) within which nothing shall be written. CENTRE PANEL 3.9 Formulating, distributing or manufacturing company logo. The logo shall occupy a maximum of 4% of the total label area. The logo may be of distinctive colours, and which may be duly registered. It shall be placed in the centre of the label. 3.10 Trade name (written in letters only), followed by the concentration of the active ingredient (expressed in numbers) and its English acronym for the formulation of the pesticide. Exception will be made in the cases where trade names adopt the common name of a pesticide which contains numbers (e.g. 2,4-D 60 SL). Concentration will be expressed in percentage on a weight by weight basis (w/w) in the case of solids or weight by volume (w/v) for liquids (without the [%] sign) and the formulation of the pesticide with English acronym. Where more than one active substance is chemically mixed, their concentrations will be added to be expressed in total. 3.11 Companies possessing duly registered logos may print these in the centre of the label. This shall not interfere with the written content of the label. The colour if these figures shall be the same as the toxicological band. 70 Pesticides Control 3.12 Class (biological action) and type (chemical family) of the pesticide centred, in bold capitals. 3.12.1 Where pesticides are mixes, each shall be declared individually as may apply. (a) Mixture of classes are separated by commas. (e.g. INSECTICIDE, NEMATICIDE). (b) Mixture of types are separated by commas. (e.g. CARBAMATE, ORGANOPHOSPHATE). (c) Mixture of type and class are separated by a hyphen (e.g. ORGANOPHOSPHATE- PYRETHROID). 3.13 Common Name, as proposed or approved by ISO, shall be placed in the centre, in bold capitals; in the case of mixtures, these shall be separated by commas. 3.14 Title: Chemical composition This title shall be written as shown and in bold. Chemical name of the active ingredient with biological actions as proposed or approved by IUPAC and its percentage in w/w in the case of a solid and w/w or w/v in the case of a liquid. These abbreviations shall be in small, bold letters above the digits indicating its percentage. Inert ingredients and their percentage in w/w in the case of a solid, or w/w or w/v if it is a liquid. These abbreviations shall be placed above the digits indicating percentage. Hydrocarbon-based solvents shall be declared, where applicable, and their chemical names shall be cited. Pesticides Control 71 Total. Sum of the percentages of the ingredients of the product. 3.15 Contains: ______ grams active ingredient (s) per kilogram or litre of the commercial product. The chemical or generic names, nor abbreviations shall be used. 3.16 Net content: To be written as shown and in bold. In litres or kilograms, or their multiples. 3.17 On the central portion of the label, and in accordance with the latest WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, acute LD50 values for formulated products, the following shall be indicated: 3.17.1 For EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category 1a) the words VERY TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals with permanent ink, with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 3.17.2 For HIGHLY HAZARDOUS substances, (Category 1b) the word TOXIC shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink with the death skull and cross bones in black, within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 3.17.3 For MODERATELY HAZARDOUS substances (Category II) the word HARMFUL shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. The figure X in bold within a rhombus; this shall occupy no less than 2% of the total label area. 3.17.4 For SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS substances (Category III), the word CAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 72 Pesticides Control 3.17.5 For substances in Category IV, the word PRECAUTION shall be printed in bold capitals and permanent ink. 3.18 At this point, the word ANTIDOTE should be indicated: in bold capitals. Where the antidote exists, it shall be printed in bold capitals; on the contrary the words DOES NOT EXIST shall be printed in bold capitals; this shall be centred on the label (e.g. ANTIDOTE: DOES NOT EXIST). 3.19 Name and address of manufacturer and/or formulator. 3.20 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, shall cover 15% of the label height, nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band except for its toxicological category. For toxicological classification purpose of the formulated chemical pesticides the experimental acute oral and/or dermal LD50 should be used, where this experimental data does not exist, it may be calculated in accordance to the updated WHO document and apply the latest Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart. Depending on the toxicity, the label shall bear on the band, with permanent ink and colour indicated, the following: I. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS (Ia), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199 C) with the words EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band, in black capitals. II. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as HIGHLY HAZARDOUS (Ib), shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a red band (PMS* 199 C) Pesticides Control 73 with the words HIGHLY HAZARDOUS, along the entire band in black capitals. III. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as MODERATELY HAZARDOUS (II) shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a yellow band (PMS* C) with the words MODERATELY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in black capitals. IV. For formulated chemical pesticides categorized as SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, as blue band (PMS* 293 C) with the words SLIGHTLY HAZARDOUS along the entire band in white capitals. V. For formulated chemical pesticides in Category IV, shall bear along the lower margin of the label, a green band (PMS* 347 C) within which nothing shall be written. RIGHT PANEL 3.21 The following legend; centred and running the entire length of the upper margin: CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES. PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT WITH GOOD AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES, COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS PROVIDED IN THE PAMPHLET. Both legends shall be affixed in bold capitals. 74 Pesticides Control 3.22 In the case where the chemical pesticide may have an effect on the environment, it shall bear the following legend: TOXIC TO LIVESTOCK PICTOGRAM (The phrase shall be left-aligned and written in bold capitals, ending with a colon). TOXIC TO FISH AND CRUSTACEANS DO NOT CONTAMINATE RIVERS, LAKES, OR PONDS WITH THIS PRODUCT OR ITS EMPTY CONTAINERS OR PACKAGES. PICTOGRAM NOTE: Where the pesticides may have effects only on fish, the word crustaceans shall not be included in the previous legend, and vice versa. The legend shall be left-aligned and written in bold capitals, with its corresponding pictogram to the right. TOXIC TO BEES (Left-aligned, in bold capitals). Placement, size and colour of the pictograms shall be the following: PLACEMENT AND ORDER OF THE PICTOGRAMS: Shall be placed to the right of the corresponding legends, that is, on the right margin of the label (front panel). SIZE: The size of each pictogram shall be such that it allows the user to identify and understand the message. COLOUR: Black figures on a white background. Pesticides Control 75 3.23 Title: WARRANTY DECLARATION: (Left-aligned and written in bold capitals, ending with a colon). 3.24 Write the names of the countries in Central America where the product has been registered, number and date of registration (In that order). DATE OF REGISTRATION GUATEMALA COUNTRY REGISTRATION NUMBER BELIZE EL SALVADOR HONDURAS NICARAGUA COSTA RICA PANAMA LOT NUMBER: DATE OF FORMULATION: 3.25 The colour band, situated along the lower margin of the label, identifying the toxicological category shall cover 15% of the label height, nothing shall be allowed to be printed within this band. 76 Pesticides Control SIZE AND CHARACTERISTICS OF LABELS FOR FORMULATED CHEMICAL PESTICIDES FOR AGRICULTURAL. 1. The size of the labels must be related to the size and shape of the containers and packages in accordance with the following proportions: 1.a For containers or packages with less than half a litre and less than one kilogram, models of labels with one or two panels may be used. 1.b For containers or packages with one litre or one kilogram and up to four litres or five kilograms, the label must cover the entire surface of the container or package. 1.c For containers or packages with four litres or five kilograms and up to nineteen litres to twenty-five kilograms, labelling shall be as in 1.b, but the label must cover at least 25% of the surface. The size of the label shall not be less than that of containers or packages with less than four litres or five kilograms. 1.d For containers or packages with more than nineteen litres or twenty-five kilograms, the size of the label shall be at least of the same size as that for containers or packages with nineteen litres or twenty-five kilograms. 2. The order of the content and the form of the labels for formulated chemical pesticides for agricultural use, shall be as that established by these Regulations. 3. The labels for chemical pesticides of RESTRICTED USE shall bear the legend: RESTRICTED USE Pesticides Control 77 PESTICIDE; centred and on the upper margin, in bold capitals of the size as that of the warning, visible enough according to the size of the label. 4. The text on the labels shall be black on a white background, exception will be made for those labels that are lithographed unto containers or packages being of a colour other than white for those photosensitive pesticides. The physiochemical properties of those photosensitive pesticides shall be scientifically supported with literature (technical support) by the manufacturer and/or formulator of the molecule. 4.a A manufacturer, formulator or distributor’s logo may be included. The logo shall be 4% of the total label area. Distinctive logo colours that are duly registered shall be placed on the central panel. 4.b Enterprises that have duly registered figures may print these on the label. This shall not alter the written content of the same. The colours of these figures shall be the same as those of the toxicological band. 5. In the event that the lethal doses mentioned correspond to different toxicological categories, these shall be established in accordance to WHO descriptions. 6. The greater toxicity value for the formulated product shall be used in accordance to its oral or dermal LD50 for the corresponding toxicological classification as established by the WHO 78 Pesticides Control TO GUIDE THE CONTENT OF THE PAMPHLET FOR FORMULATED CHEMICAL PESTICIDES USED IN AGRICULTURE GENERAL PRINCIPLES: All formulated chemical pesticides commercialized in their various forms, shall bear (affixed to it) its printed or lithographed label and respective pamphlet as per harmonized regional guidelines. The information contained in the pamphlet for formulated chemical pesticides; shall coincide with the technical information provided to support its registration. The technical information is the sole responsibility of the enterprise registering the pesticide. In the elaboration of the pamphlet, no statement or visual presentation shall be used which may directly or by implication, omission, ambiguity or exaggeration, mislead the buyer with respect to the safety, nature, composition and adequacy in the use of the formulated chemical pesticide. Words, illustrations or graphic presentations which may make reference to, suggest, directly or indirectly to any other product or use, shall not be used. 1. GUIDELINES FOR ELABORATING THE PAMPHLET FOR FORMULATED CHEMICAL PESTICIDES FOR AGRICULTURAL USE. (a) The pamphlet shall have one model content of information (presentation) for the three label models as per harmonized regional guidelines. (b) The pamphlet shall be incorporated unto the containers or packages of the formulated chemical pesticides, these containers or packages shall bear Pesticides Control 79 printed or lithographed labels, in accordance with the label models (c) Each presentation (container or package) of a pesticide, shall be accompanied by its respective pamphlet. THE PAMPHLET SHALL CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION, AND IN THE ORDER DESCRIBED, CONSIDERING THAT THE NUMBERS IDENTIFYING THE ORDER OF THE SAME, NEED NOT BE WRITTEN IN THE ELABORATION OF THE PAMPHLET: 1.1 The following shall be written in bold capitals: STOP! READ THE PAMPHLET BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT AND CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES. 1.2 TRADE NAME Trade name of the formulated chemical pesticide, followed by the concentration expressed in percentage on a weight by weight basis (w/w) in the case of solids or weight by volume (w/v) for liquids (without the [%] sign) and the formulation of the pesticide with English acronym. NOTES: 1. Trade name (written in letters only), followed by the concentration of the active ingredient (expressed in numbers) and its English acronym for the formulation of the pesticide, shall be the same as that approved on the corresponding harmonized label (e.g. 2,4-D60 SL). 80 Pesticides Control 2. Exception will be made in the cases where trade names adopt the common name of a pesticide which contains numbers (e.g. 2,4-D 60). 3. Registered trademarks shall be identified only by the recognized and universally accepted symbol, which is the R within a circle; which shall be placed after the registered trademark followed by the number identifying the concentration of the active ingredient(s), followed by its English acronym for the formulation of the pesticide. 1.3 CLASS (use of the product) and TYPE (chemical family) CLASS: Refers to the specific use of the pesticide (e.g. INSECTICIDE, ACARICIDE, NEMATICIDE, FUNGICIDE, HERBICIDE etc.) The use of the pesticide shall be written in bold capitals. Where a pesticide is for more than one use, these shall be separated by a comma (as above). TYPE: Refers to its classification according to its chemical family as proposed or approved by IUPAC. By virtue of which, the chemical family of the pesticide shall be written in bold capitals; after the CLASS and separated by a hyphen (-). Where a pesticide has more than one active ingredient of different chemical families (being a mixture), the chemical families shall be separated by a comma. Example: TRIPLE BLOW 12.6GR INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE-ORGANOPHOSPHATE, TRIAZOLE Pesticides Control 81 1.4 COMMON NAME This shall be written as proposed or approved by ISO and shall be written in bold capitals; where a pesticide has more than one common name, these shall be separated by a hyphen. 1.5 PICTOGRAPHIC SYMBOL AND WARNING PHRASE The pictographic symbol according to the toxicological category of the formulated chemical pesticide, shall be placed with its corresponding warning phrase, in bold capitals, as shown in the WHO Pesticide Hazard Classification Chart, and indicated by the acute LD50 values for formulated products. Pictographic symbols shall be printed in black on a white background. 1.6 ANTIDOTE: The word antidote shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon and the name of its corresponding specific antidote. If a pesticide should not have an antidote, the words DO NOT EXIST shall be written in its place; in bold capitals. 1.7 SOLVENT: The word solvent(s) shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon and the corresponding nature of the hydrocarbon-based solvent(s). If there should be more than one hydrocarbon-based solvent, these shall be separated by a semi-colon. 82 Pesticides Control If the pesticide should be free of hydrocarbon-based solvent(s) in its formulation, this item shall not be included in the elaboration of its pamphlet. 1.8 DENSITY: The word density, (D20 °C) shall be placed in this order, in bold capitals, followed by a colon and the value of the density of the formulated pesticide and its corresponding temperature in degrees Celsius. 1.9 The following legends; centred and in bold capitals, with corresponding, pictograms shall be placed in the order they appear as follows: THIS PRODUCT MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED AND/OR IF INHALED MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EYES AND SKIN BY EXPOSURE “DO NOT STORE IN DWELLINGS” “KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN, MENTALLY UNSOUND PERSONS, DOMESTIC ANIMALS, FOOD AND MEDICATION” 1.10 AGRONOMIC USE This title shall be written in bold capitals. 1.10.1 MODE OF ACTION: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals followed by a colon. Subsequently, the mode of action of the pesticide shall be indicated (e.g.: systemic, contact, preventative, curative, polyvalent, post-emergent, pre-emergent, etc.). Describe the behaviour of the pesticide within the plant (acropetal, basipetal, Pesticides Control 83 xylem and phloem, etc); in language easily understood by the user (applicator). 1.10.2 APPLICATION EQUIPMENT: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals followed by a colon. Subsequently, the application equipment shall be specified in detail, according to the type of pesticide and application equipment to be used (sprayer, duster, tractor, helicopter, spray plane, granule spreader, etc.). Indicate that prior to using the application equipment, one must verify that it is in good working order, free of leaks; as well as the importance of the correct calibration of the application equipment, and the type of nozzle that should be used. Procedural pictograms shall be placed according to the type of pesticide formulation to be used. 1.10.3 HOW TO PREPARE THE MIXTURE: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals followed by a colon Subsequently, it shall be specified if a recommended order for mixing is made by the manufacturer and/or formulator when other pesticides are included. The mixing medium (carrier) shall be specified; water, oil or other. It shall be indicated if agitation is necessary, as well as the conditions for mixing. The importance of precisions dosifiers for liquids or solids, agitation paddles, bucket drum, etc., shall be indicated. 84 Pesticides Control The importance of post-application adequate cleaning and servicing of the application equipment shall be indicated. Procedural pictograms shall be placed according to the product formulation. 1.10.4 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE: The information content of the same is described as follows: SCIENTIFIC NAME The technical names of the crop and pest shall be written in small letters; genus, species, variety or other, with the exception of the first letter identifying the genus. The genus shall be separated from the species, where the variety is cited, the abbreviation shall be used (var.) followed by the varietal name. The genus, species and variety shall be written in bold, normal small letters (with the exception of the first letter of the genus, which shall be in capital). The genus and species shall be underlined separately; the variety abbreviation (var.) need not be underlined, but the varietal name shall be underlined. (e.g. Brassica oleracea var, capitata). Where only the genus is cited, and the species abbreviations is used (sp. or spp.), these shall not be underlined (e.g. Citrus spp.) Pesticides Control 85 COMMON NAME Synonyms of crops used in Central America shall be written as cited in the technical literature provided by the registrant. RECOMMENDED DOSES These shall be based on the international system for units of measure In the case of pesticides formulated as solids, the dose shall be expressed in grams (g) of the formulated pesticide per hectare (Ha) and manzana (mz), in kilograms (Kg) of the formulated pesticide per hectare (Ha) and manzana (mz); and grams of kilograms/volume of water or any medium for mixing. In the case of a liquid pesticide, the dose shall be expressed as cubic centimetres (cm3) or millilitres (ml) or litres (l) per hectare (Ha) and manzana (mz) and volume of water or any other medium for mixing. The information on the dose of the formulated chemical concentration, shall be contained in the technical information presented as support for the registration of the pesticide and in the case of mixtures, the same shall apply. Furthermore, development aspects of the crops and pests, weeds, diseases and other organisms shall be considered in determining the best timing for the application of the pesticide, whether it be the insect, or fungus population density; or the size of the weeds, etc. 86 Pesticides Control APPLICATION INTERVAL It shall be indicated whether frequency of application should be based on pest scouting, or by predetermined schedule. PREHARVEST INTERVAL The post-application days to harvest shall be determined. This information shall be contained in the technical information provided for registration. This subtitle needs not to be included for products to which it does not apply. INTERVAL FOR RE-ENTRY INTO TREATED AREAS The minimum period in hours or days recommended for re-entry into treated areas shall be defined; and consideration given where pesticide mixtures are applied. Emphasis shall be placed in following recommendations made in the pamphlet. 1.11 PHYTOTOXICITY: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. Product selectivity shall be indicated (e.g. herbicide is totally selective in broad leaf crops, harmful to grasses, etc.). 1.12 COMPATIBILITY: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. Pesticides Control 87 Crops for which testing the product may be necessary shall be defined, as well as crops susceptible to damage when the product is used alone or in mixtures shall be cited; also if product combination is recommended, and compatibility problems that may arise if mixed with other products based on their acidity or alkalinity. 1.13 PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR USE: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. 1.13.1 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT The hazards posed by the pesticide due to its flammability, toxicity, corrosiveness, hygroscopicity and activity as oxidizing agent shall be indicated, (e.g. some dithiocarbamates react adversely in the presence of moisture to produce carbon disulphide, a toxic, highly flammable gas). It shall be indicated that the pesticide should not be stored along with human or animal feeds (forage, seeds, etc.). Proper conditions for storage, including temperature, humidity, etc., shall be pointed out. It shall be emphasized that pesticides require safe and adequate storage. It shall be specified that pesticides are not to be transported along with human and animal food products. Specify that pesticides are to be kept in their original containers, properly sealed and labelled; accompanied by their respective pamphlets. The following legends, centred and in bold capitals, with corresponding pictograms as well as storage pictogram and instructions shall be placed: 88 Pesticides Control DO NOT STORE IN DWELLINGS KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. The following legend shall be centred and written in bold capitals: DO NOT SMOKE, EAT OR DRINK WHILE APPLYING OR HANDLING THIS PRODUCT. SHOWER AFTER WORKING WITH THIS PRODUCT AND WEAR CLEAN CLOTHES. 1.13.2 SIGNS OF INTOXICATION: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. Specific symptoms presented by the pesticide shall be indicated, based on its chemical composition. These symptoms shall coincide with those described in the label. The information respective to signs of intoxication shall be the responsibility of those presenting the pesticide for registration and shall be reported in the technical information provided as support for registration. 1.13.3 FIRST AID: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. This shall be specified, considering the routes through which a pesticide may enter the human body, as described in the approved label, and shall be placed in the following order: Pesticides Control 89 BY INGESTION: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. This shall indicate the procedure and treatment of a person who has swallowed a pesticide. BY INHALATION: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. This shall indicate procedure and treatment of person who has inhaled a pesticide. BY CONTACT WITH EYES: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. This shall indicate the procedure and treatment of a person who has come into contact with a pesticide. BY CONTACT WITH SKIN: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. This shall indicate the procedure and treatment of a person who has come into contact with a pesticide. The following legend shall be centred and written in bold capitals: DO NOT GIVE TO DRINK NOR INDUCE VOMIT IN AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON. 90 Pesticides Control 1.14 ANTIDOTE AND MEDICAL TREATMENT: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals. The specific antidote shall be indicated, based on the pesticide, and recommended medical treatment described. 1.15 NATIONAL INTOXICATION CENTRES This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals. The full name of the institution responsible for attending to such emergencies shall be given; including telephone numbers in each country. 1.16 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MEASURES This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals. Toxicity to livestock, bees, fish and/or crustaceans, etc., shall be indicated. Emphasis shall be made to not contaminate superficial nor underground water sources with the pesticide. 1.17 MANAGEMENT OF CONTAINERS, PACKAGES, WASTE AND REMNANTS This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals. Procedures for management of pesticide wastes and methods for their elimination shall be indicated. Methods for the destruction of containers and packages shall be indicated as well as suitable sites for their disposal; also, that these sites should be away from water sources and dwellings. The following legend; shall be centred and written in bold capitals: Pesticides Control 91 USING CONTAINERS AND PACKAGES, FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE FOR WHICH THEY WERE DESIGNED, MAY BE HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN HEALTH AND THE ENVIRONMENT. 1.18 DECLARATION OF WARRANTY: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. Conditions under which the manufacturer, formulator and/or distributor offer warranty on the pesticide shall be described. 1.19 MANUFACTURER AND/OR FORMULATOR: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. NOTE: The term MANUFACTURER: shall be used in reference to one who synthesizes the molecule; FORMULATOR: to one who formulates using technical grade material; and MANUFACTURER/FORMULATOR: to one who synthesizes then uses to make formulations of pesticides. Whenever any of these terms are used, correct address, telephone and/or fax numbers, and name of country shall be provided. 1.20 IMPORTED BY: This subtitle shall be written in bold capitals, followed by a colon. 92 Pesticides Control The name of the importer in each country shall be included, alternatively the space may be left blank, but adequate enough for the company sticker or seal to be placed; full name of importing company, correct address, telephone and/or fax numbers, and name of country shall be provided. 1.21 COUNTRY* REGISTRATION* DATE OF* REGISTRATION NUMBER GUATEMALA BELIZE EL SALVADOR HONDURAS NICARAGUA COSTA RICA PANAMA *these subtitles shall be used as illustrated. Pesticides Control 93 SCHEDULE III1 [Regulation 5(4)] DATA REQUIRED FOR THE REGISTRATION OF DOMESTIC-USE PESTICIDES 1. IDENTITY 1.1 Trade Name 1.2 Common Name 1.3 Intended Use 1.4 Manufacturer 1.5 Country of origin 2. TECHNICAL 2.1 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) 2.2 Methods of analysis for quality control 2.3 Analysis of composition 3. TOXICOLOGICAL STUDIES 3.1 Acute toxicity studies in mammals: oral, dermal and inhalation, in rat and rabbit 3.2 Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and teratogenicity studies 3.3 Studies on non-target organisms (birds, bees, fish, domestic animals) 1 This Schedule was Inserted by S.I. 18 of 2003. 94 Pesticides Control 4. GENERAL 4.1 Presentation(s) 4.2 Containers: Material/Capacity 4.3 Proposed Label 4.4 Product sample