GB20813-2006
Guideline on labels for pesticide products
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GB 20813-2006 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Guideline on labels for pesticide products. It appears in the Food compliance cluster with a labeling & classification focus and has an implementation date of Nov 1, 2007.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to the design and production of labels for commercial pesticide products intended for sale, including imported products, within the Chinese market. It is mandatory for all domestic and international manufacturers distributing pesticides in China. It explicitly excludes pesticides manufactured for export, as well as genetically modified crops and natural enemy biological products that fall under pesticide management. The standard references GB 4839 for the standardization of pesticide common names.
Technical requirements
GB 20813-2006 establishes the mandatory principles and content requirements for pesticide labeling. It dictates that labels must be truthful, accurate, and consistent with the approved registration data. The standard specifies that the product name, content, and dosage form must be prominently displayed, alongside the full names and concentrations of active ingredients. Furthermore, the label must clearly indicate the product's registration numbers, production license numbers, and applicable usage instructions, including scope, dosage, and application methods. Manufacturers must include precise details regarding net content, quality guarantee期 (shelf life), and toxicity grades. The standard also mandates comprehensive safety and usage information. This includes listing usage restrictions, preharvest intervals, maximum application times per season, and specific first-aid measures for poisoning. Storage and transportation guidelines, as well as the producer's detailed contact information, are strictly required. A unique requirement is the use of a color-coded标志带 (color标志带) at the bottom of the label to distinguish pesticide categories (e.g., red for insecticides, green for herbicides). Additionally, specific black-and-white pictograms must be used to visually communicate safety instructions, such as wearing protective gear and warnings regarding toxicity to aquatic life.
Testing methods
While this standard does not involve laboratory testing of the chemical product itself, it establishes specific evaluation criteria for label compliance. Compliance is assessed through a visual and structural review of the label design and durability. This includes verifying the clarity of text, the correct application of color标志带 (color标志带), the accurate use of safety pictograms, and the physical durability of the label material to ensure it remains intact and legible throughout the product's distribution and storage lifecycle.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 20813-2006?
The standard applies to commercial pesticides sold or imported in China. It does not apply to pesticides manufactured for export, genetically modified crops, or natural enemy biological products.
What mandatory information must be included on a pesticide label under this standard?
It mandates specific content including the product name, active ingredients, registration numbers, usage instructions, net content, shelf life, toxicity labels, safety precautions, and specific color标志带 (color标志带) and pictograms.
Does GB 20813-2006 reference any international standards?
Yes, it references GB 4839 for the common names of pesticides and aligns the international common names with those approved by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Foundational
- CCS
- G23
- ICS
- 65.100
- Competent department
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs