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Document 02000D0657-20051118

    Consolidated text: Commission Decision of 16 October 2000 adopting Community import decisions for certain chemicals pursuant to Council Regulation (EEC) No 2455/92 concerning the export and import of certain dangerous chemicals (notified under document number C(2000) 2685) (Text with EEA relevance) (2000/657/EC)

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    COMMISSION DECISION

    of 16 October 2000

    adopting Community import decisions for certain chemicals pursuant to Council Regulation (EEC) No 2455/92 concerning the export and import of certain dangerous chemicals

    (notified under document number C(2000) 2685)

    (Text with EEA relevance)

    (2000/657/EC)

    (OJ L 275, 27.10.2000, p.44)

    Amended by:

     

     

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    COMMISSION DECISION of 19 November 2001

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    COMMISSION REGULATION (EC) No 886/2004 of 4 March 2004

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    COMMISSION DECISION

    of 16 October 2000

    adopting Community import decisions for certain chemicals pursuant to Council Regulation (EEC) No 2455/92 concerning the export and import of certain dangerous chemicals

    (notified under document number C(2000) 2685)

    (Text with EEA relevance)

    (2000/657/EC)



    THE COMMISSION OF THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES,

    Having regard to the Treaty establishing the European Community,

    Having regard to Council Regulation (EEC) No 2455/92 of 23 July 1992 concerning the export and import of certain dangerous chemicals ( 1 ), as last amended by Regulation (EC) No 2247/98 ( 2 ), and in particular Article 5(2) thereof,

    Whereas:

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    Regulation (EEC) No 2455/92 provides that the Commission is to decide for each chemical subject to the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) procedure whether or not the Community consents, possibly subject to specified conditions, to its import.

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    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) have been appointed to provide secretariat services for the operation of the interim PIC procedure established by the Final Act of the Conference of Plenipotentiaries on the Convention on the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade, signed at Rotterdam on 10 September 1998, in particular the Resolution on interim arrangements thereof.

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    Additional chemicals have been added to the interim PIC procedure, as pesticide or pesticide formulation, for which the Commission has received information from the interim Secretariat in the form of decision guidance documents.

    (4)

    The Commission, acting as common designated authority, is required to forward decisions on chemicals to the Secretariat of the interim PIC procedure, on behalf of the Community and its Member States.

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    The interim Secretariat has requested that the participants in the PIC procedure use the specific form for importing country response to report on their import decisions.

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    The Commission is required, whenever practicable, to make use of existing Community procedures and to ensure that the responses do not conflict with existing Community legislation. However, the Commission also needs to take into consideration Member States' bans or severe restrictions, pending a Community decision.

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    The substances binapacryl, captafol, hexachlorobenzene, pentachlorophenol and toxaphene are banned or severely restricted at Community level, in particular by Council Directive 79/117/EEC of 21 December 1978 prohibiting the placing on the market and use of plant protection products containing certain active substances ( 3 ), as last amended by Directive 91/188/EEC ( 4 ), or by Council Directive 76/769/EEC of 27 July 1976 on the approximation of the laws, regulations and administrative provisions of the Member States relating to restrictions on the marketing and use of certain dangerous substances and preparations ( 5 ), as last amended by Directive 1999/77/EC ( 6 ). Accordingly, a final decision on import should be taken for these substances.

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    The substances 2,4,5-T, chlorobenzilate, lindane, methamidophos, methylparathion, monochrotophos, parathion and phosphamidon are subject to Community legislation, and in particular to Council Directive 91/414/EEC of 15 July 1991 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market ( 7 ), as last amended by Directive 2000/50/EC ( 8 ), or Directive 98/8/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 1998 concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market ( 9 ), both providing for a transitional period during which the Member States are allowed to take national decisions on substances and products falling within their scopes, pending a Community decision. Accordingly, an interim decision on import should be taken for these substances.

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    The measures provided for in this Decision are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee set up pursuant to Article 29 of Council Directive 67/548/EEC ( 10 ),

    HAS DECIDED AS FOLLOWS:



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    The decisions on import concerning the chemical substances 2,4,5-T, binapacryl, captafol, chlorobenzilate, hexachlorobenzene, lindane, methamidophos, methylparathion, monochrotophos, parathion, pentachlorophenol, phosphamidon and toxaphene are hereby adopted as reported on the importing country response forms contained in the Annex.



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    SECTION 1. IDENTITY OF CHEMICAL1.1.Common nameHexachlorobenzene1.2.CAS number118-74-11.3.Type of formulation and content of active ingredientSECTION 2. THE IMPORT RESPONSE PROVIDED IN THIS FORM APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING CATEGORY OR CATEGORIESX PesticideIndustrialSeverely hazardous pesticide formulationSECTION 3. INDICATION REGARDING PREVIOUS RESPONSE, IF ANY3.1.This is a first time import response for this chemical in the country.3.2.X This is a modification of a previous response.The previous response was a final decision.X YesNoThe previous response was an interim response.YesX NoDate of issue of the previous response:27/10/2000SECTION 4. RESPONSE REGARDING FUTURE IMPORTX Final decision (Fill in section 5, page 2) ORInterim response (Fill in section 6, pages 3 and 4)SECTION 5. FINAL DECISION, PURSUANT TO NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES5.1.X No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?X YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?X YesNo5.2.Consent to import5.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsAre the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo5.4.NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURE UPON WHICH THE FINAL DECISION IS BASEDDescription of the national legislative or administrative measure:It is prohibited to produce, place on the market or use hexachlorobenzene. The chemical, whether on its own, in preparations or as a constituent of articles was banned by Regulation (EC) No 850/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 on persistent organic pollutants and amending Directive 79/117/EEC (OJ L 229, 29.6.2004, p. 5).The complete name and address of the institution/authority responsible for issuing this national legislative or administrative measure:European Community and its Member States (see address in section 8).

    5.5.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 6. INTERIM RESPONSE6.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo6.2.Consent to import6.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo6.4.INDICATION OF ACTIVE CONSIDERATION IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONIs a final decision under active consideration?YesNoThe following administrative action is being undertaken during the period a final decision is being considered:Approximate time needed before a final decision can be reached:The complete name and address of the responsible institution/authority actively considering a final decision:

    6.5.INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE REQUESTED IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONThe following additional information is requested from the Secretariat:The following additional information is requested from the country that notified the final regulatory action:The following assistance is requested from the Secretariat in evaluating the chemical:6.6.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 7. RELEVANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONHexachlorobenzene is classified under Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (OJ 196, 16.8.1967, p. 1) as: T; R 48/25 (Toxic; toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed) — Carc. Cat. 2; R 45 (Carcinogenic category 2; may cause cancer) — N; R 50/53 (Dangerous to the environment; very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment).SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NATIONAL AUTHORITYInstitutionEuropean Commission DG EnvironmentAddressRue de la Loi/Wetstraat 200B-1049 Brussels

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    SECTION 1. IDENTITY OF CHEMICAL1.1.Common nameMethamidophos1.2.CAS number10265-92-61.3.Type of formulation and content of active ingredientSECTION 2. THE IMPORT RESPONSE PROVIDED IN THIS FORM APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING CATEGORY OR CATEGORIESPesticideIndustrialX Severely hazardous pesticide formulationSECTION 3. INDICATION REGARDING PREVIOUS RESPONSE, IF ANY3.1.This is a first time import response for this chemical in the country.3.2.X This is a modification of a previous response.The previous response was a final decision.YesX NoThe previous response was an interim response.X YesNoDate of issue of the previous response:27/10/2000SECTION 4. RESPONSE REGARDING FUTURE IMPORTFinal decision (Fill in section 5, page 2) ORX Interim response (Fill in section 6, pages 3 and 4)SECTION 5. FINAL DECISION, PURSUANT TO NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES5.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo5.2.Consent to import5.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo5.4.NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURE UPON WHICH THE FINAL DECISION IS BASEDDescription of the national legislative or administrative measure:The complete name and address of the institution/authority responsible for issuing this national legislative or administrative measure:

    5.5.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 6. INTERIM RESPONSE6.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo6.2.Consent to import6.3.X Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Plant protection productsMember States that consent to import (for import prior written authorisation is required): Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal Slovenia, Spain.Member States that do not consent to import: Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Slovakia, Sweden, United Kingdom.BiocidesNo consent. The chemical has not been identified or notified under the Community programme for evaluation of existing active substances under Directive 98/8/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 1998 concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market (OJ L 123, 24.4.1998, p. 1). In accordance with Commission Regulation (EC) No 2032/2003 of 4 November 2003 on the second phase of the 10-year work programme referred to in Article 16(2) of Directive 98/8/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market, and amending Regulation (EC) No 1896/2000 (OJ L 307, 24.11.2003, p. 1) the chemical is not allowed for any such uses.Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?X YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?X YesNo

    6.4.INDICATION OF ACTIVE CONSIDERATION IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONIs a final decision under active consideration?X YesNoThe following administrative action is being undertaken during the period a final decision is being considered:Methamidophos is included in the Community programme for evaluation of existing active substances under Council Directive 91/414/EEC of 15 July 1991 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market (OJ L 230, 19.8.1991, p. 1). The evaluation is not expected to be completed before the end of 2005. In the meantime it is for Member States to take national decisions whether or not to authorise the chemical’s use as a plant protection product in their territories.Approximate time needed before a final decision can be reached: by 2005, when the Community evaluation for plant protection use will be completed.The complete name and address of the responsible institution/authority actively considering a final decision:European Community and its Member States (see address in section 8).6.5.INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE REQUESTED IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONThe following additional information is requested from the Secretariat:The following additional information is requested from the country that notified the final regulatory action:The following assistance is requested from the Secretariat in evaluating the chemical:6.6.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 7. RELEVANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONMethamidophos is classified under Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (OJ 196, 16.8.1967, p. 1) as: T+; R 26/28 (Very toxic; very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed) — T; R 24 (Toxic; toxic in contact with skin) — N; R 50 (Dangerous to the environment; very toxic to aquatic organisms).SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NATIONAL AUTHORITYInstitutionEuropean Commission DG EnvironmentAddressRue de la Loi/Wetstraat 200B-1049 Brussels

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    Secretariat for the Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International TradeFORM FOR IMPORTING COUNTRY RESPONSEIMPORTANT: See instructions before filling in the formCOUNTRY: European Community(Member States: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom)

    SECTION 1. IDENTITY OF CHEMICAL1.1.Common nameParathion1.2.CAS number56-38-21.3.Type of formulation and content of active ingredientAll formulationsSECTION 2. THE IMPORT RESPONSE PROVIDED IN THIS FORM APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING CATEGORY OR CATEGORIESX PesticideIndustrialX Severely hazardous pesticide formulationSECTION 3. INDICATION REGARDING PREVIOUS RESPONSE, IF ANY3.1.This is a first time import response for this chemical in the country.3.2.X This is a modification of a previous response.The previous response was a final decision.X YesNoThe previous response was an interim response.YesX NoDate of issue of the previous response:24.7.2003SECTION 4. RESPONSE REGARDING FUTURE IMPORTX Final decision (Fill in section 5, page 2) ORInterim response (Fill in section 6, page 3-4)SECTION 5. FINAL DECISION, pursuant to national legislative or administrative measures5.1.X No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?X YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?X YesNo5.2.Consent to import5.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsAre the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo

    5.4.National legislative or administrative measure upon which the final decision is basedDescription of the national legislative or administrative measure:It is prohibited to use or place on the market all plant protection products containing parathion. Parathion was excluded from Annex I to Council Directive 91/414/EEC and thus authorisations for plant-protection products containing this active substance have been withdrawn. (Commission Decision 2001/520/EC of 9 July 2001, OJ L187, 10.7.2001, p.47).The complete name and address of the institution/authority responsible for issuing this national legislative or administrative measure: European Community and its Member States (see address in section 8).5.5.Remarks See under point 5.3 and 5.4Has there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 6. INTERIM RESPONSE6.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo6.2.Consent to import6.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo

    6.4.Indication of active consideration in order to reach a final decisionIs a final decision under active consideration?YesNoApproximate time needed before a final decision can be reached:The complete name and address of the responsible institution/authority actively considering a final decision:6.5.Information or assistance requested in order to reach a final decisionThe following additional information is requested from the Secretariat:The following additional information is requested from the country that notified the final regulatory action:The following assistance is requested from the Secretariat in evaluating the chemical:6.6.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 7. RELEVANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONParathion is classified under Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (OJ 196, 16.8.1967, p. 1) as: T+; R26/28 (Very Toxic; Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.) — T; R24, R48/25 (Toxic; Toxic in contact with skin; Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed) — N; R50/53 (Dangerous to the environment; Very Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment).SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NATIONAL AUTHORITYInstitutionEuropean Commission DG EnvironmentAddressRue de la Loi 200B-1049 Brussels Belgium

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    SECTION 1. IDENTITY OF CHEMICAL1.1.Common namePentachlorophenol and its salts and esters1.2.CAS number87-86-51.3.Type of formulation and content of active ingredientSECTION 2. THE IMPORT RESPONSE PROVIDED IN THIS FORM APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING CATEGORY OR CATEGORIESX PesticideIndustrialSeverely hazardous pesticide formulationSECTION 3. INDICATION REGARDING PREVIOUS RESPONSE, IF ANY3.1.This is a first time import response for this chemical in the country.3.2.X This is a modification of a previous response.The previous response was a final decision.X YesNoThe previous response was an interim response.YesX NoDate of issue of the previous response:27/10/2000SECTION 4. RESPONSE REGARDING FUTURE IMPORTFinal decision (Fill in section 5, page 2) ORX Interim response (Fill in section 6, pages 3 and 4)SECTION 5. FINAL DECISION, PURSUANT TO NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES5.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo5.2.Consent to import5.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo5.4.NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURE UPON WHICH THE FINAL DECISION IS BASEDDescription of the national legislative or administrative measure:The complete name and address of the institution/authority responsible for issuing this national legislative or administrative measure:

    5.5.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 6. INTERIM RESPONSE6.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo6.2.Consent to import6.3.X Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:It is prohibited to use or place on the market pentachlorophenol except for certain specific exemptions. The chemical was excluded from Annex I to Council Directive 91/414/EEC of 15 July 1991 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market (OJ L 230, 19.8.1991, p. 1) and authorisations for plant protection products thus had to be withdrawn by 25 July 2003 (Commission Regulation (EC) No 2076/2002 (OJ L 319, 23.11.2002, p. 3) extending the time period referred to in Article 8(2) of Directive 91/414/EEC and concerning the non-inclusion of certain active substances in Annex I to that Directive and the withdrawal of authorisations for plant protection products containing these substances). The chemical has however been identified, though not notified, under the Community review programme for evaluation of existing active substances under Directive 98/8/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 1998 concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market (OJ L 123, 24.4.1998, p. 1). Accordingly Member States may temporarily authorise such uses provided that these comply with Commission Directive 1999/51/EC of 26 May 1999 adapting to technical progress for the fifth time Annex I to Council Directive 76/769/EEC on the approximation of the laws, administrative provisions of the Member States relating to restrictions on the marketing and use of certain dangerous substances and preparations (tin, PCP and cadmium) (OJ L 142, 5.6.1999, p. 22).In accordance with that Directive, pentachlorophenol, its salts and its esters shall not be used in a concentration equal to or greater than 0,1 % by mass in substances or preparations placed on the market.By way of derogation, until 31 December 2008, France, Ireland, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom may choose not to apply this provision to substances and preparations intended for use in industrial installations not permitting the emission and/or discharge of pentachlorophenol (PCP) in quantities greater than those prescribed by existing legislation:(a) in the treatment of wood. However, treated wood may not be used inside buildings or for the manufacture and re-treatment of: (i) containers intended for growing purposes; (ii) packaging that may come into contact with raw materials, intermediate or finished products destined for human and/or animal consumption; (iii) other materials that may contaminate the products mentioned in (i) and (ii);(b) in the impregnation of fibres and heavy-duty textiles not intended in any case for clothing or for decorative furnishings;(c) by way of special exception, Member States may, on a case-by-case basis, authorise on their territory specialised professionals to carry out in situ and for buildings of cultural, artistic and historical interest, or in emergencies, a remedial treatment of timber and masonry infected by dry rot fungus (Serpula lacrymans) and cubic rot fungi.In any case pentachlorophenol used alone or as a component of preparations employed within the framework of the above exceptions must have a total hexachlorodibenzoparadioxin (HCDD) content of not more than 2 ppm; may not be placed on the market except in packages of 20 litres or more; and may not be sold to the general public.Without prejudice to other packaging and labelling requirements, the packaging of such preparations should be marked clearly and indelibly: Reserved for industrial and professional use.

    Member States that consent to import (for import prior written authorisation is required): France, Ireland, Portugal and United Kingdom (on basis of above derogations until 31.12.2008).Member States that do not consent to import: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?X YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?X YesNo6.4.INDICATION OF ACTIVE CONSIDERATION IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONIs a final decision under active consideration?YesX NoThe following administrative action is being undertaken during the period a final decision is being considered: not applicable.Approximate time needed before a final decision can be reached: not applicable.The complete name and address of the responsible institution/authority actively considering a final decision:European Community and its Member States (see address in section 8).6.5.INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE REQUESTED IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONThe following additional information is requested from the Secretariat:The following additional information is requested from the country that notified the final regulatory action:The following assistance is requested from the Secretariat in evaluating the chemical:6.6.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 7. RELEVANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPentachlorophenol is classified under Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (OJ 196, 16.8.1967, p. 1) as: T+; R 26 (Very Toxic; very toxic by inhalation) — T; R 24/25 (Toxic; toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed) — Carc. Cat. 3; R 40 (Carcinogenic category 3; limited evidence of carcinogenic effect) — Xi; R 36/37/38 (Irritant; Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin) — N; R 50/53 (Dangerous to the environment; very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment).SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NATIONAL AUTHORITYInstitutionEuropean Commission DG EnvironmentAddressRue de la Loi/Wetstraat 200B-1049 Brussels

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    SECTION 1. IDENTITY OF CHEMICAL1.1.Common nameToxaphene (camphechlor)1.2.CAS number8001-35-21.3.Type of formulation and content of active ingredientSECTION 2. THE IMPORT RESPONSE PROVIDED IN THIS FORM APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING CATEGORY OR CATEGORIESX PesticideIndustrialSeverely hazardous pesticide formulationSECTION 3. INDICATION REGARDING PREVIOUS RESPONSE, IF ANY3.1.This is a first time import response for this chemical in the country.3.2.X This is a modification of a previous response.The previous response was a final decision.X YesNoThe previous response was an interim response.YesX NoDate of issue of the previous response:27/10/2000SECTION 4. RESPONSE REGARDING FUTURE IMPORTX Final decision (Fill in section 5, page 2) ORInterim response (Fill in section 6, pages 3 and 4)SECTION 5. FINAL DECISION, PURSUANT TO NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURES5.1.X No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?X YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?X YesNo5.2.Consent to import5.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsAre the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo5.4.NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE OR ADMINISTRATIVE MEASURE UPON WHICH THE FINAL DECISION IS BASEDDescription of the national legislative or administrative measure:It is prohibited to produce, place on the market or use toxaphene. The chemical, whether on its own, in preparations or as a constituent of articles was banned by Regulation (EC) No 850/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 29 April 2004 on persistent organic pollutants and amending Directive 79/117/EEC (OJ L 229, 29.6.2004, p. 5).The complete name and address of the institution/authority responsible for issuing this national legislative or administrative measure:European Community and its Member States (see address in section 8).

    5.5.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 6. INTERIM RESPONSE6.1.No consent to importIs the import of the chemical from all sources simultaneously prohibited?YesNoIs domestic production of the chemical for domestic use simultaneously prohibited?YesNo6.2.Consent to import6.3.Consent to import only subject to specified conditionsThe specified conditions are:Are the conditions for import of the chemical the same for all sources of import?YesNoAre the conditions for domestic production of the chemical for domestic use the same as for all imports?YesNo6.4.INDICATION OF ACTIVE CONSIDERATION IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONIs a final decision under active consideration?YesNoThe following administrative action is being undertaken during the period a final decision is being considered:Approximate time needed before a final decision can be reached:The complete name and address of the responsible institution/authority actively considering a final decision:

    6.5.INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE REQUESTED IN ORDER TO REACH A FINAL DECISIONThe following additional information is requested from the Secretariat:The following additional information is requested from the country that notified the final regulatory action:The following assistance is requested from the Secretariat in evaluating the chemical:6.6.RemarksHas there ever been a request of registration of this chemical in the country?YesNoIs this chemical currently registered in the country?YesNoIs this chemical manufactured in the country?YesNoIs this chemical formulated in the country?YesNoIf yes to either one of these last two questions:Is this intended for domestic use?YesNoIs this intended for export?YesNoOther remarksSECTION 7. RELEVANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONToxaphene is classified under Council Directive 67/548/EEC of 27 June 1967 on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative provisions relating to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous substances (OJ 196, 16.8.1967, p. 1) as: T; R 25 (Toxic; toxic if swallowed) — Carc. Cat. 3; R 40 (Carcinogenic category 3; Limited evidence of carcinogenic effect) — Xn; R 21 (Harmful; harmful in contact with skin) — Xi; R 37/38 (Irritant; irritating to respiratory system and skin) — N; R 50/53 (Dangerous to the environment; very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment).SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NATIONAL AUTHORITYInstitutionEuropean Commission DG EnvironmentAddressRue de la Loi/Wetstraat 200B-1049 Brussels


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    ( 2 ) OJ L 282, 20.10.1998, p. 12.

    ( 3 ) OJ L 33, 8.2.1979, p. 36.

    ( 4 ) OJ L 92, 13.4.1991, p. 42.

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