Clothianidin in the product Sumitomo Samurai Systemic Insecticide

The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) has before it an application from Sumitomo Chemical Australia Pty Limited to extend the label of the registered product Sumitomo Samurai Systemic Insecticide to include control of Long tailed mealybug in table and wine grapes. The product contains 500g/kg clothianidin and is registered for use on apples, pears, peaches and nectarines.