Pesticides
Using pesticides and getting a plant protection product (PPP) to market
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Pesticides: The basics
Pesticide products and active substances authorisation in the UK
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Product authorisation
Get a pesticide product authorised in the UK
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Applicant guide
Apply for authorisation of a pesticide product
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Active substances
Active substances approvals and renewals
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Maximum residue levels (MRLs)
Find out about MRLs, check the MRL register or apply for a new MRL
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Codes of Practice
HSE and Defra pesticides Codes of Practice
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Product Database
Pesticides Register of UK Authorised Products
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Consultations
Find out about any current PPP public consultations
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Adjuvants
Regulation, the Official List and applying for inclusion
Latest information and advice
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Register with Defra
Under new regulations you must register with your competent authority if you work with pesticides
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Regulating pesticides after Brexit
Pesticides regulatory regime in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Contact us
Contact details for enquiries
More pesticides guidance
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