Reference: 2026/009
Identifying features
Name: Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide
APVMA Registration Number: 53047
APVMA Label Number: 135751
Batch Numbers: AAC5E9077, AAC5E9078, AAC5E9164, AAC5E9165, AAC5E9166, AAC5E9167, AAC5E9186
Reason for recall
Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty Limited has been notified by an Australian third-party packaging provider that certain 20 L co-ex smart cubes manufactured between 1 February 2025 and 28 February 2026 contain a manufacturing defect. The packaging defect relates to failures along the container's seam when drop tested on a particular orientation, as dangerous goods packaging. Although Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide is not classified as a 'dangerous good' under the Australian Dangerous Goods Code and the insecticide itself remains safe and effective for use in accordance with the APVMA approved label directions. As a precautionary measure, a voluntary recall is being initiated for Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide packaged in these containers.
Hazard
The defective containers in which Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide is packaged may present a safety risk to individuals handling the containers and to the environment.
What to do
Instructions on how to identify and manage affected containers:
- All Sumi-Alpha Flex Insecticide inventory packed in a 20 L co-ex smart cube container received from 1 February 2025 should be checked to determine if it includes any of the listed batch numbers.
- Any person in possession of an affected batch that has been packaged in a 20 L co-ex smart cube container manufactured during this period should carefully handle and isolate the container, and place it in quarantine.
- Contact your Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty Limited Key Account Manager or Customer Service to organise a stock return and refund or replacement.
FOR SPECIALIST ADVICE IN AN EMERGENCY – PHONE 1800 033 111 - TOLL FREE - ALL HOURS - AUSTRALIA WIDE.
For further information
Please direct all calls and any queries concerning this voluntary recall to your Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty Limited Key Account Manager or Customer Service on:
Phone: 02 8752 9000
Traders who sold this product: Agricultural retailers/wholesalers
Where the product was sold: All states and territories
Date available for sale: Between 1 February 2025 to 15 April 2026
Product category: Agriculture