Registration Procedure for Insecticides

The registration of insecticides in India is governed by the Insecticides Act, 1968 and the Insecticides Rules, 1971. Here’s a concise overview of the registration procedure:

1. Application Submission

   • To import or manufacture an insecticide, submit a separate application for each product to the Registration Committee.
   • Existing businesses must apply within 17 months from the commencement of the section for products already in use. Late applications are subject to a penalty.

2. Form Requirements

   • Applications must be submitted in the prescribed form and include all necessary details.

3. Review and Approval

   • Upon receiving an application, the Committee reviews the insecticide for compliance with claims and safety standards.
   • A registration number and certificate will be issued within 12 months, extendable by up to 6 months if needed.
   • If safety concerns are identified, registration may be refused.

4. Provisional Registration

   • For new insecticides introduced to India, provisional registration may be granted for up to two years while pending full inquiry.

5. Certificate Variations

   • The Committee may alter registration conditions based on efficacy and safety assessments.

6. Subsequent Registrations

   • Others seeking to import or manufacture an already registered insecticide will be granted registration under the same conditions as the original.

Registration Rules (1971)

1. Application Form

   • Applications must be made using Form I and signed by authorized representatives of the entity. Any changes in the authorized signatories must be reported to the Committee.

2. Fee Payment

   • Submit a completed application with a registration fee of ₹100 via bank draft to the Accounts Officer, Directorate of Plant Protection, Faridabad.

3. Certificate Issuance

   • Registration certificates will be issued in Form II or Form II-A, subject to specified conditions.

4. Duplicate Certificates

   • A fee of ₹5 is charged for duplicate certificates if the original is lost or damaged.

5. Appeals

   • Appeals against Committee decisions must be filed in Form II-B to the Central Government, with a fee of ₹10 and a copy of the contested decision.

This streamlined process ensures that insecticides are safely and effectively regulated, providing clarity for businesses and protecting public health.