Marketing of biocidals products
Biocidal products are used to combat harmful organisms. They are divided into different types of product, according to their intended use. Their use must be authorised by the Federal Office of Public Health. The authorisation procedure is carried out according to the Ordinance on Biocidal Products. The SECB receives applications for authorisation for biocidal products for its opinion if they contain genetically modified or pathogenic organisms, or consist of such organisms.