Force 20 CS
Authorisation number: 034006-00
- Formulation
- Capsule suspension
- first authorised
- 2017-03-29
- authorised until
- 2027-12-31
- Field of activity
- Insecticide
- Hazard to bees
- no classification recorded
- Trial designation
- 10607-81451-I-4-CS
Active substances
| Active substance | English name | Content | Category | EU approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tefluthrin | tefluthrin | 0 GL | Wirkstoff | yes |
Holder and distribution
- Authorisation holder
- SYD
Authorised uses (6)
| Crop | Pest | Area of use | Use no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| sugar beet, fodder beet | pigmy mangold beetle | Outdoors | 034006-00/00-001 |
| fodder beet, sugar beet | click beetle (wireworm) | Outdoors | 034006-00/00-002 |
| onion | click beetle (wireworm) | Outdoors Permit (minor use) | 034006-00/01-001 |
| carrot | click beetle (wireworm) | Outdoors Permit (minor use) | 034006-00/01-002 |
| shallot | click beetle (wireworm) | Outdoors Permit (minor use) | 034006-00/01-005 |
| large-rooted chicory | click beetle (wireworm), cockchafer, European June beetle (Amphimallon solstitialis) | Outdoors Permit (minor use) | 034006-00/02-001 |
Conditions of use
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| NH677 | On packaging containing dressed seeds, the following label is necessary: "Sweep up and remove spilled seeds immediately ". | – | – |
| NH678 | On packaging containing dressed seeds, the following label is necessary: "This product is poisonous for small mammals. For this reason, do not leave seeds exposed. Switch off the dosing equipment on time before lifting out the shares to prevent trickling afterwards". | – | – |
| NH680 | On packaging containing dressed seeds, the following label is necessary: "Do not allow treated seeds and remains such as broken grain and dust, empty containers or packaging or rinsing liquid to come into contact with water. This also applies to indirect entry via the urban or agrarian drainage system and to rainwater and sewage canals". | – | – |
| NH681 | On packaging containing dressed seeds, the following label is necessary: "Do not sew treated seeds at wind speeds of more than 5 m/s". | – | – |
| NH682 | On packaging containing dressed seeds, the following label is necessary: "The treated seeds, including any dust they contain, or dust which is produced during the sowing process, has to be incorporated completely into the soil". | – | – |
| NT6991 | The seed treatment shall only be performed in professional seed treatment facilities, which are registered in the index of "Seed Treatment Facilities with Quality Assurance Systems to Minimise Dust" of the Julius Kühn-Institute (visit the homepage of the Julius Kühn-Institute <http://www.jki.bund.de)/>). | – | – |
| NW468 | Fluids left over from application and their remains, products and their remains, empty containers and packaging, and cleansing 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. | – | – |
Restrictions
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| NN3001 | The product is classified as harmful for populations of relevant beneficial insects. | – | – |
| NN3002 | The product is classified as harmful for populations of relevant predatory mites and spiders. | – | – |
| NW262 | The product is toxic for algae. | – | – |
| NW264 | The product is toxic for fish and aquatic invertebrates. | – | – |
| SB001 | Avoid any unnecessary contact with the product. Misuse can lead to health damage. | – | – |
| SB110 | The directive concerning requirements for personal protective gear in plant protection, "Personal protective gear for handling plant protection products" of the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety must be observed. | – | – |
| SE110 | Wear tight fitting eye protection when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| SF613 | When bagging the dressed seeds, make sure that the dust exhaust system is functioning. | – | – |
| SF6142 | Wear standard protective gloves and a protective suit against pesticides when handling dressed seeds. | – | – |
| SF6161 | While sacking the treated seed protective suits against pesticides and standard protective gloves (plant protection) must be worn. | – | – |
| SF618 | While cleaning the seed dressing appliance standard protective gloves (plant protection) and a protective suit against pesticides must be worn. | – | – |
| SS110 | Wear standard protective gloves (plant protection) when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| SS1201 | Wear standard protective gloves (plant protection) when handling/applying the product. | – | – |
| SS2101 | Wear a protective suit against pesticides and sturdy shoes (e.g. rubber boots) when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| SS2204 | Wear a protective suit for plant protection products and sturdy shoes (e.g. rubber boots) when applying/handling the product. | – | – |
| SS610 | Wear a rubber apron when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| ST1102 | Wear particle-filtering half mask FFP2 or half mask with particle filter P2 (identification colour: white) according to the BVL guideline "Personal protective equipment for handling plant protection products", current version, when handling the undiluted product. | – | – |
| ST1202 | Wear particle-filtering half mask FFP2 or half mask with particle filter P2 (identification colour: white) according to the BVL guideline "Personal protective equipment for handling plant protection products", current version, when applying/handling the product. | – | – |
| ST1261 | Wear particle-filtering half mask FFP2 or half mask with particle filter P2 (identification colour: white) according to the BVL guideline "Personal protective equipment for handling plant protection products", current version, when bagging the seeds. | – | – |
| ST1271 | Wear particle-filtering half mask FFP2 or half mask with particle filter P2 (identification colour: white) according to the BVL guideline "Personal protective equipment for handling plant protection products", current version, when cleaning the seed-dressing equipment. | – | – |
| VA265 | Only for use in commercial, stationary seed dressing plants. | – | – |
| VV212 | Do not eat or feed treated plant/seed produce, not even after mixing with untreated produce. | – | – |
| WMI3A | Mode of Action (IRAC-Group): 3A | – | – |
| NH684 | On packages of treated seeds the maximum seed rate per hectare must be indicated as specified in the authorisation. For a combination of several seed protectants, the lowest admissible seed rate must be stated. | – | – |
| WH952 | The indication identifying the mode of action must be assigned directly to each corresponding name of the active substance as supplementary information on the packaging and in the instructions for use. | – | – |
Notes
- Due to the manner in which authorisation governs application of the product, bees are not endangered.(B3)
Hazard classification (GHS/CLP)
Signal word
- Warning
Hazard pictograms
- GHS07
- GHS09
Hazard statements
- May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- Contains diphenylmethandiisocyanate. May produce an allergic reaction.
- Contains toluoldiisocyanate. May produce an allergic reaction.
- To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
- Harmful if inhaled.
- Very toxic to aquatic life.
- Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements
- If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
- IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/... if you feel unwell.
- If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- Dispose of contents/container to ...
Further information
Data source: PSM-API · Data as of: 2026-08-05
Only the authorisation notice together with the product label and instructions for use is legally binding.