Board for the Authorisation of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb)

The Board for the Authorisation of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb) assesses according to international agreements and criteria enshrined in legislation whether plant protection products and biocides - when used correctly - are safe for humans, animals and the environment and whether they are effective. Based on this assessment, the College decides whether the product may be sold and used in the Netherlands. It also imposes clear requirements, which as a minimum must be included on the label.

The Ctgb is independent, but operates within European and national legislation and policy regulations. The assessments of products authorised by the Ctgb are largely public. Anyone can find out on the basis of which studies the Ctgb authorised a pesticide and which considerations played a role.

In addition, based on its technical-scientific expertise, the Ctgb advises various ministries on legislation, regulations and policy regarding plant protection products and biocides.

The Ctgb currently does not use impactful algorithms.