ACTIVUS SC
Authorisation number: 006839-00
- Formulation
- Suspension concentrate (= flowable concentrate)
- first authorised
- 2011-01-13
- authorised until
- 2027-12-31
- Field of activity
- Herbicide
- Hazard to bees
- no classification recorded
- Trial designation
- ADD-01100-H-0-SC
Active substances
| Active substance | English name | Content | Category | EU approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendimethalin | pendimethalin | 0 GL | Wirkstoff | yes |
Holder and distribution
- Authorisation holder
- ADD
- Distribution
- SYD
Authorised uses (3)
| Crop | Pest | Area of use | Use no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| winter rye, winter soft wheat, winter barley, winter triticale | annual dicotyledonous weeds, (-) chamomille spec., (-) field chamomile | Outdoors | 006839-00/00-001 |
| maize | annual dicotyledonous weeds, (-) chamomille spec., (-) catchweed bedstraw | Outdoors | 006839-00/00-002 |
| maize | annual dicotyledonous weeds | Outdoors | 006839-00/00-003 |
Conditions of use
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| NT145-1 | The product must be applied using a water volume of at least 300 l/ha. The product must be applied using equipment which is registered in the index of 'Loss Reducing Equipment' of 10 Sep-tember 2013 (Federal Gazette AT 23.10.2013 B4) as amended, at least in drift reduction class 90 %. Deviating from the specifications in the index of 'Loss Reducing Equipment', the terms for use must be observed for the entire area to be treated. | – | – |
| NT146 | Travelling speed must not exceed 7.5 km/h during application. | – | – |
| NT170 | The wind speed must not exceed 3 m/s when applying the product. | – | – |
| NW470 | Where applicable, fluids left over from application, granules and their remains as well as cleansing and rinsing fluids must not be dumped in water. This also applies to indirect entry via the urban or agrarian drainage system and to rain-water and sewage canals. | – | – |
| SS110-1 | Protective gloves (plant protection) must be worn when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| SS2101 | Wear a protective suit against pesticides and sturdy shoes (e.g. rubber boots) when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| SS610 | Wear a rubber apron when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
Restrictions
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| EB001-2 | SP 1: Do not contaminate water with the product or its container (Do not clean application equipment near surface water./Avoid contamination via drains from farmyards and roads). | – | – |
| NW262 | The product is toxic for algae. | – | – |
| NW264 | The product is toxic for fish and aquatic invertebrates. | – | – |
| NW265 | The product is toxic for higher aquatic plants. | – | – |
| SB001 | Avoid any unnecessary contact with the product. Misuse can lead to health damage. | – | – |
| SB005 | If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. | – | – |
| SB010 | Keep out of children's reach. | – | – |
| SB111 | Concerning the requirements for personal protective gear for handling the plant protection product the material safety data sheet and the instructions for use of the plant protection product as well as the guideline "Personal protective gear for handling plant protection prod-ucts" of the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (www.bvl.bund.de) must be observed. | – | – |
| SB166 | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. | – | – |
| SF245-02 | It must be ensured that treated areas/crops may not be entered until the film of the plant protection product has dried. | – | – |
| SS206 | Working clothes (if no specific protective suit is required) and sturdy footwear (e.g. rubber boots) must be worn when applying/handling plant protection products. | – | – |
| WMH3 | Mode of Action Group (HRAC/WSSA-Code): 3 | – | – |
| VH385 | The content of N-nitroso-N-(1-ethylpropyl)-2,6-di-nitro-3,4-dimethylanilin in the technical active substance pendimethalin may not exceed 45 mg/kg. | – | – |
| WH951 | The risk of resistance has to be indicated on the package and in the instructions for use. Particularly measures for an appropriate risk management have to be declared. | – | – |
| WH952 | The indication identifying the mode of action must be assigned directly to each corresponding name of the active substance as supplementary information on the packaging and in the instructions for use. | – | – |
Notes
- The product is classified as non-hazardous to bees, even when the maximum application rate, or concentration if no application rate is stipulated, as stated for authorisation is applied. (B4)
- The product is classified as non-harmful for populations of relevant beneficial arthropods.
Hazard classification (GHS/CLP)
Signal word
- Warning
Hazard pictograms
- GHS08
- GHS09
Hazard statements
- Contains 1,2-benzisothiazole-3(2H)-one. May produce an allergic reaction.
- To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
- Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
- If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- Collect spillage.
- Store locked up.
- Dispose of contents/container to ...
Distribution extensions
- InnoProtect Pendi 400 SC (006839-60)
Parallel imports with this reference product
| Product | Permit no. | Importer | valid until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pendim | 011 | TOP CROP CHEM | 2027-12-31 |
| Activus SC | 016 | MENORA GmbH | 2027-12-31 |
| Pendigan 40 SC | 017 | STAR Agro Handels GmbH | 2027-12-31 |
| PENDI | 019 | Agrimotion Deutschland GmbH i. L. | 2027-12-31 |
| Realchemie Pendimethalin-III | 002 | **Realchemie Trading B.V. [Hist.] | 2018-03-05 |
| Realchemie Pendimethalin-III | 003 | **Realchemie Trading B.V. [Hist.] | 2018-03-05 |
| AGROSELLER Pendimethalin-III | 005 | AgroSeller Discount AG | 2018-09-12 |
| AGROSELLER Pendimethalin-III | 006 | AgroSeller Discount AG | 2018-09-12 |
| Yellow Hammer | 008 | Goldengrass Ltd. | 2017-04-26 |
| Penstar 400 SC | 009 | **Harvest Agrochemicals Ltd. [HIST.] | 2020-09-01 |
| PADMA | 012 | Becesane s.r.o. | 2024-07-26 |
| PENDI | 018 | **Agrimotion SA [Hist.] | 2024-02-01 |
Further information
Data source: PSM-API · Data as of: 2026-08-05
Only the authorisation notice together with the product label and instructions for use is legally binding.