Division Circumstances in which required

Screening data shall establish whether test substances exhibit herbicidal or plant growth regulatory activity. The data shall include testing from at least six plant species from six different families including both mono- and dicotyledons. The tested concentrations and rates shall be equal or higher than the maximum recommended application rate and at a rate either to simulate use pattern under field conditions, with testing conducted after the final treatment, or at a rate applied directly that takes in to account the accumulation of residues following multiple applications of the plant protection product. If screening studies do not cover the specified range of species or the necessary concentrations and rates, tests as set out in point 8.6.2 shall be carried out.

For assessment of active substances with herbicidal or plant growth regulatory activity screening data shall not be used. Point 8.6.2 shall apply.