Diuron
Diuron [(1,1-dimethyl, 3-(3’,4’-dichlorophenyl) urea)] is a broad-spectrum residual herbicide and algaecide used for pre and post-emergent control of both broadleaf and grass weeds in agriculture. It is also used to control weeds and algae in and around water bodies and is a component of marine antifouling paints.
Diuron review
Status: Suspended until 31 March 2012
Media release – 28 November 2011 – Chemical regulator suspends diuron to protect waterways
Diuron review process
Background
In 2002 the APVMA began a review of diuron because of environmental and human health concerns, specifically regarding the potential for diuron to contaminate the marine environment through agricultural runoff.
In 2005 the APVMA released the Diuron Preliminary Review Findings Report (PDF, 716kb). Following publication of the report, the APVMA received and assessed (through the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities) a large body of new information.
This resulted in a new environmental assessment report released, with the human health assessment, in July 2011.
More information
- View the new instructions for use: PER13198 and PER13239 (cotton defoliation only).
- Frequently asked questions about the suspension
Diuron reports
| Document Title | Date |
|---|---|
| Gazette Notice: Suspension of Products Containing Diuron and Label Approvals of Products Containing Diuron (PDF, 229kb) | (RTF, 282kb) | Dec 2011 |
| Diuron environmental assessment report (PDF, 2.74Mb) | (DOC, 3.14Mb) | Jul 2011 |
| Diuron human health assessment report (PDF, 1.39Mb) | (DOC, 1.28Mb) | Jul 2011 |
Diuron Preliminary Review Findings: |
Jul 2005 |
| Media Release: APVMA releases preliminary findings of Diuron review | Jul 2005 |
| Diuron Review Scope Document (PDF, 141kb) | Dec 2002 |
Product Search
Search the PUBCRIS database for registered products that contain diuron.
Note: In the Active Constituent 1 field enter diuron.
Contact
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