Herbicide banned in 70 countries to be pulled from sale in Australia by chemical maker
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Syngenta has announced it will stop selling the herbicide paraquat in Australia, citing new regulations that made the product commercially unviable. Paraquat, which is banned in over 70 countries and has been linked to Parkinson's disease, faced new restrictions imposed by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority in June. This decision removes a controversial chemical from the Australian market, aligning with global trends.
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Chemical linked to Parkinson's, a serious neurological disorder
Syngenta will stop selling paraquat in Australia.
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Syngenta will stop selling paraquat in Australia.
The Guardian- Chemical linked to Parkinson's, a serious neurological disorder
- Removal reduces risk of poisoning and long-term health effects
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Syngenta will stop selling paraquat in Australia.
The GuardianParaquat is banned in more than 70 countries.
The GuardianParaquat has been linked to Parkinson's disease.
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