Ethylene 100%
Authorisation number: 008488-00
- Formulation
- Gas packed in pressure bottle/tank
- first authorised
- 2017-11-10
- authorised until
- 2027-11-30
- Field of activity
- Plant growth regulator
- Hazard to bees
- B3 – not hazardous to bees given the prescribed use
- Trial designation
- LID-00200-W-0-GA
Active substances
| Active substance | English name | Content | Basis | Type of substance | EU approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylen | ethylene | 1,000 g/kg | parent structure | Wirkstoff | yes |
The chemical group (such as guanidines) is not provided by the BVL interface and therefore cannot be shown.
Holder and distribution
- Authorisation holder
- Linde GmbH (DE)
- Distribution
- Linde GmbH (DE)
Authorised uses (6)
| Crop | Pest | Area of use | Hazard to bees | Use no. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| banana | Increase of fruit-ripening, fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-001 |
| sweet orange | fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-002 |
| mandarin | fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-003 |
| lemon | fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-004 |
| lime | fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-005 |
| grapefruit | fruit degreening | Fumigation chamber with circulatory fumigation | – | 008488-00/00-006 |
Restrictions
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| ST2203 | When applying/handling the product, a half mask with combination filter A2-P2 (identification colour: brown/white) must be worn according to the BVL Directive on requirements regarding personal protective equipment in plant protection, as amended | – | – |
| SS2204 | Wear a protective suit for plant protection products and sturdy shoes (e.g. rubber boots) when applying/handling the product. | – | – |
| SS1201 | Wear standard protective gloves (plant protection) when handling/applying the product. | – | – |
| SF250 | Treated rooms may not be entered after airing without protective respiratory equipment until the concentration of ethylene in the room is below 1 ppm. | – | – |
| SF169 | The rooms/stores must be marked with a warning sign during treatment. | – | – |
| SF1471 | During the period of control, rooms may only be entered with respiratory equipment. After the period of control/before the rooms are re-entered, they must be aired thoroughly. | – | – |
| SE1201 | Wear tight fitting eye protection when applying/handling the product. | – | – |
| SB166 | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. | – | – |
| 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. | – | – |
| SB010 | Keep out of children's reach. | – | – |
| SB005 | If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. | – | – |
| SB001 | Avoid any unnecessary contact with the product. Misuse can lead to health damage. | – | – |
| NW467 | The product and its remains, empty containers and packaging 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. | – | – |
Notes
- Due to the manner in which authorisation governs application of the product, bees are not endangered.(B3)
- Due to the manner in which authorisation governs application of the product, populations of relevant beneficial organisms are not endangered.
Hazard classification (GHS/CLP)
Signal word
- Danger
Hazard pictograms
- GHS02
- GHS04
- GHS07
Hazard statements
- To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
- Extremely flammable gas.
- Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
- May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Precautionary statements
- If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smokung. - No smoking.
- Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/... if you feel unwell.
- Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- Store locked up.
- Protect from sunlight.
- Dispose of contents/container to ...
Pack sizes
- 20.00 - 50.00 LX 60 (20)
Further information
Data source: PSM-API · Data as of: 2026-09-02
Only the authorisation notice together with the product label and instructions for use is legally binding.