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Published:
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June
2023

Pollution

Environment

Pesticides

Chemistry

Chemical companies alleged to have withheld pesticide studies for years

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Pesticides are subject to strict scientific controls, and manufacturers must report potential hazards. Now there is a suspicion that results were deliberately withheld.

According to research by SRF Investigativ and an international research collective, however, it is precisely the latter that has increasingly not happened: The chemical companies Bayer and Syngenta would have withheld studies that prove a possible toxic effect also for humans - whether on purpose or out of sloppiness, cannot be said yet. However, the DNT studies in question involve considerable financial and time expenditure. It is therefore rather unlikely that the chemical companies simply "forgot" about the report.

These revelations cast a shadow over the credibility of chemical companies. It raises the question of whether profit is being placed above the health of people and the environment.

The fact that the companies concerned might withhold studies on the toxic effects of their pesticides leads to a loss of public confidence. This situation also raises questions about the responsibility of the regulatory authorities responsible for monitoring these companies.

Even though the chemical industry asserts that all studies providing new findings are submitted, this incident shows that there are still gaps in the system. The authorities must now ensure that all relevant studies are taken into account to guarantee the protection of the population and the environment.

It is important that industrial companies take seriously their obligations regarding the reporting of potential hazards. Withholding information, especially studies showing the toxic effects of their products, can have serious implications for human health and the environment.

The revelations call for an immediate and thorough review of chemical industry practices. The importance of transparency and accountability in this industry cannot be overstated. After all, the well-being of people and the environment is at stake. Only through strict controls and obligations to disclose all relevant data can the chemical industry live up to its responsibilities and regain the public's trust.

In the wake of criticism of the companies, it is clear that more transparency and control are urgently needed in the industry.

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