Biocidal and pesticidal products cannot be placed on the GB market without authorisation from HSE's Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD). This is a two-stage process requiring active substance approval before product authorisation.
Product types requiring authorisation
- Biocides: Disinfectants, preservatives, pest control products, antifouling
- Pesticides: Plant protection products for agriculture and horticulture
Post-Brexit transition
Products authorised under EU regulations before Brexit retained their authorisation. New products or renewals now require GB-specific authorisation from HSE CRD. Parallel trade permits are needed for importing EU-authorised products.
Legal basis
Primary legislation and key regulations
The Biocidal Products Regulations 2001
Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 on Biocidal Products (retained in UK law as GB BPR via European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018)
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