authorisation ends within 12 months: 2026-12-31
Detia Wühlmausgas
Authorisation number: 050425-60 Distribution extension
- Formulation
- Gas generating product
- first authorised
- 2017-03-08
- authorised until
- 2026-12-31
- Field of activity
- Repellent
- Hazard to bees
- no classification recorded
- Trial designation
- DET-13140-P-0-GE
Active substances
| Active substance | English name | Content | Category | EU approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calciumcarbid | calcium carbide | 0 GK | Wirkstoff | yes |
Holder and distribution
- Authorisation holder
- DET
- Distribution
- DET
Authorised uses (20)
| Crop | Pest | Area of use | Use no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| field crops | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-001 |
| field crops | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-002 |
| vegetables | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-003 |
| vegetables | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-004 |
| fruit crops | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-005 |
| fruit crops | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-006 |
| grassland, pasture, meadow | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-007 |
| grassland, pasture, meadow | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-008 |
| ornamentals | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-009 |
| ornamentals | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-010 |
| vegetables | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-011 |
| fruit crops | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-012 |
| ornamentals | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-013 |
| ornamentals | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-014 |
| fruit crops | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-015 |
| vegetables | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-016 |
| lawn | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-017 |
| lawn | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-018 |
| lawn | Water vole; northern water vole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-019 |
| lawn | Mole | Outdoors | 050425-60/00-020 |
Conditions of use
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| NT670 | The product is very toxic for birds and game; therefore always place out of their reach, i.e. deep down in the burrows of the animals which are to be controlled. | – | – |
| NW467 | The product and its remains, empty containers and packaging 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. | – | – |
| NW704 | Due to the danger of run-off, there must be a buffer zone of at least 10 m between treated areas and surface waters - including periodically but excluding occasionally water-bearing surface waters - when applying the product. | – | – |
Restrictions
| Code | Text | Crop | Buffer zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| EO001 | SPo1: After contact with skin, first remove product with dry cloth and then wash with plenty of water. | – | – |
| EO004 | SPo 4: The container must be opend outdoors and in dry conditions. | – | – |
| 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. | – | – |
| SB166 | Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. | – | – |
| SF501 | The package or inner package (bag) must only be opened outside and must be used up in one operation. | – | – |
| SF503 | The product may only be used in the open, but not under buildings or near them, to prevent the penetration of gases into the building. | – | – |
| SF5053 | Phosphane develops in the air or in combination with moisture; it is an odourless gas which is very toxic for humans and animals, it is corrosive and is both highly flammable and self-igniting when exposed to air. Occasionally there is a garlic-, fish- or carbide-like smell caused by impurities. This smell alone is not a reliable indication of phosphane since it can easily be adsorbed by soil and other materials and is often not apparent until health limits have been exceeded. | – | – |
| SF506 | Do not set the product if it is raining, very foggy or if the soil is soaked with water. | – | – |
| SF525 | Do not open individual filled bags for applying the product. | – | – |
| SS1201 | Wear standard protective gloves (plant protection) when handling/applying the product. | – | – |
| SS2204 | Wear a protective suit for plant protection products and sturdy shoes (e.g. rubber boots) when applying/handling the product. | – | – |
| WW730 | The product has no sustainable effect. | – | – |
| VH297 | Packaging/containers for use in amateur gardening must be provided with a childproof seal. | – | – |
| VH298 | The packaging/container must be provided with a warning which can be identified by touching for home and garden 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
- Danger
Hazard pictograms
- GHS05
- GHS07
Hazard statements
- To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
- Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
- If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower].
- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- IF exposed or concerned: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or a doctor/physician.
- Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- Store locked up.
- Dispose of contents/container to ...
Pack sizes
- 5.00 GX 34 (31) Home and garden
- 5.00 GX 34 (31)
Distribution extensions
- DELU Wühlmausgas (050425-00) Original product
- Wühlmaus-Gas Arrex (050425-61)
- WÜHLMAUSGAS-CC (050425-71)
- ARVALIN CARB (050425-72)
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.