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Order No. 1215 regulating the import, sale and use of biocidal paint.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Source


Abstract
This Order sets regulations on the import, sale and use of chemical substances or product containing one or more active hazardous substances intended for chemical or microbiological prevention of bacteria in plants and animals transported in ships/vessels. It applies to vessels, aquaculture equipment and other which is being used in water. The import, sale and use of antifouling paints containing biocides diuron (CAS No. 330-54-1) or Irgarol (CAS No. 28159-98-0) for vessels with a total length of 25 meters is prohibited.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Order enters into force on 19 December 2008.
Notes
Repealing Order No. 1278 of 12 December 2005.
Repealed
Yes
Source language

English

Legislation status
repealed
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Bekendtgørelse om begrænsning af import, salg og anvendelse af biocidholdig bundmaling.