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4. Formulations
4.1 Different presentations
Active ingredients are commercially available in a variety of forms. These presentations are called "formulations". The operations involved in bringing an active substance to these commercial forms are also known as formulation.
An acid, for example, may be presented in ester or salt form. The substance is rarely delivered chemically pure; it is combined with diluents or solvents, in which case its concentration must be chosen. It is also combined with additives (e.g. colorants) and adjuvants designed to optimize its pharmacological activity and reduce the risks of contact, inhalation and absorption during handling. Decide on a physical form (powder, granules, suspension, emulsion, solution, aerosol) and packaging. Packaging must...
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Bibliography
Websites
http://www.eu-footprint.org/fr/ppdb.html
http://www.dive.afssa.fr/agritox/index.php
Regulations
Directive 91/414/EEC of July 15, 1991 concerning the placing of plant protection products on the market.
French Rural Code. Articles L. 253-1 to L. 253-8 – Placing plant protection products on the market. General provisions.
Directive 98/8/EC of February 16, 1998 concerning the placing of biocidal products on the market.
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