Dimethomorph is a fungicide with systemic function. It is used for treating mildew and root rot caused by fungi such as those in the genera Pythium and Phytophthora.[1]
Prohibition in the European Union
In April 2024, the European Union did not renew its approval for the use of dimethomorph, after the European Food Safety Authority identified several areas of concern. In particular, dimethomorph has been classified as toxic to reproduction.[2]
References
- ^ Ojiambo, P. S.; Paul, P. A.; Holmes, G. J. (2010). “A quantitative review of fungicide efficacy for managing downy mildew in cucurbits”. Phytopathology. 100 (10): 1066–76. doi:10.1094/PHYTO-12-09-0348. PMID 20839942.
- ^ Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/1207 of 29 April 2024 concerning the non-renewal of the approval of the active substance dimethomorph, in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council, and amending Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 540/2011