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Receipt of a Registration and Product Datasheet will be the prompt to transfer a TNP. Datasheets received by the ACVM Group will be shared with ERMA New Zealand to facilitate the transfer process.

A proprietor who considers a product not to be a hazardous substance may make a declaration to that effect and the ACVM Group will process the application (unless the proprietor is obviously mistaken about the hazard classification). However, only ERMA New Zealand can issue a definitive statement about the hazard classification of a substance so, if in doubt, contact ERMA New Zealand directly to discuss the matter.

In summary, to initiate the transfer of a TNP, send a completed Registration and Product Datasheet and either a declaration as to the hazardous or non-hazardous status of the product or advice from ERMA New Zealand as to that status.

The Registration and Product Datasheet package replaces the current application form for new applications made after 2 July 2001. Applications for variations to an existing registration can still be made under the Pesticides Act 1979 and Animal Remedies Act 1967 before a product is transferred by using the original forms.

A separate Registration and Product Datasheet must be completed for each TNP and parts A, B and D must be fully completed in all cases. Part C is required only for new applications for registration, or applications for variations made at or after the time of transfer. There will be no charge for transfer.

Allow sufficient time

As TNPs must be transferred from the old legislation to the ACVM/ HSNO legislation by regulation it is essential that Registration and Product Datasheets are returned within sufficient time to be processed and included in the legislative transfer. If the Registration and Product Datasheets are not returned within sufficient time there is a possibility that the transfer may not occur within the transition period and those products may become illegal. A new registration, which would attract the appropriate fees, would then be required.

We therefore advise all registrants and licensees to complete Parts A, B and D of the Registration and Product Datasheet package and return the completed form as soon as possible.

Copies of the Registration and Product Datasheet have been posted to licensees and registrants. However, a copy can also be found on the ACVM Group website or obtained directly from the ACVM Group.