FAQs
What is ASR Global Agrochemical Regulatory?
ASR Global Agrochemical Regulatory is a consultancy firm providing regulatory support for agrochemical and biological product approvals under Indian regulations such as the Insecticides Act and the Fertiliser Control Order.
What regulatory approvals are required for pesticides in India?
All pesticides must be registered with the Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIBRC) under the Insecticides Act, 1968 before they can be manufactured, imported, marketed, or sold.
What is the role of the Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIBRC)?
CIBRC evaluates and approves pesticide registrations, ensuring product safety, efficacy, and compliance with regulatory standards in India.
What types of products require regulatory approval?
Insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, biopesticides, plant growth regulators, and other agrochemical products require regulatory clearance to be legally marketed in India.
Which forms are used for pesticide registration?
Different Forms under the Insecticides Rules apply depending on the product type and novelty — for example, Form I, Form II, and Form III for new, generic, or specialized registrations.
How long does the pesticide registration process take?
The registration process typically takes between 12 and 24 months, depending on data completeness and product type.
Can foreign companies register pesticides in India?
Yes — foreign manufacturers can register pesticides in India by appointing a local agent or representative and complying with Indian regulatory requirements.
Is bio-efficacy data required for registration?
Yes — bio-efficacy studies demonstrating product effectiveness under Indian agro-climatic conditions are mandatory for most registrations.
Can biopesticides be registered separately?
Yes — biopesticides require specific documentation and registration under the Insecticides Act, with microbial identity, safety, and efficacy data submitted accordingly.
What is provisional registration under Section 9(3B)?
Provisional registration allows a product to be temporarily approved based on initial data, with full documentation submitted later as per regulatory guidelines.
What is the penalty for selling unregistered pesticides?
Selling unregistered pesticides is punishable under the Insecticides Act and may attract fines, license cancellation, or legal action.
Can I register the same product under multiple company names?
Yes — another manufacturer or importer can apply for registration against the same insecticide and receive a registration number on the same conditions as the original.
What supporting documents are needed for registration?
Required documents include product composition, toxicology reports, residue and efficacy data, label and leaflet drafts, manufacturing information, and proof of fee payment.
Is assistance available for dossier preparation?
Yes — professional regulatory consultants help compile complete technical dossiers that satisfy requirements of CIBRC, reducing delays and rejections.
What are the major regulatory bodies for pesticides in India?
The key authorities are CIBRC under the Ministry of Agriculture and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for residue standards.
Do state authorities also regulate pesticides?
State agriculture departments handle licensing for manufacturing, sale, and distribution, in addition to central registration requirements.
What is the difference between 9(3) and 9(4) registrations?
9(3) is for new, original products with full data, while 9(4) applies to quickly registering products similar to existing ones (me-too products).
Is GLP data required for all registrations?
GLP-certified data is generally mandatory for technical pesticide registrations and recommended for most dossier submissions.
How do I track the status of my registration application?
Applicants can track their application status through the official online CIBRC registration portal.
How can consultants help in regulatory compliance?
Consultants assist with dossier writing, data gap analysis, liaison with authorities, response to queries, and ensuring compliance throughout the registration process.