Ministry : Ministry of Railways (North Western Railway)

Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)

Subject : Extra Ordinary

Overview Insecticides (Amendment) Rules, 2026

This gazette notification announces the draft rules amending the Insecticides Rules, 1971, prescribing new labeling requirements for insecticide products to enhance consumer safety and regulatory clarity.

Key Points

• Regulatory Update: The Insecticides (Amendment) Rules, 2026, further amend the principal rules of 1971, focusing on label formatting and safety information.
• Label Prominence: Common and brand names must be equally prominent, with the common name placed below the brand name and not exceeding 20% of the label area.
• Font Sizes: Mandates specific minimum font sizes for English and Hindi text on labels, varying by package size, with provisions for ultra-small packages.
• Language Requirements: Labels must be printed in English and Hindi in indelible ink, except for ultra-small packs where only certain critical information needs Hindi.
• Safety Pictograms: Requires relevant safety pictograms of minimum size on labels, with larger sizes for bigger packages.
• Compliance Timeline: Existing registrations have six months to comply with new labeling rules, and non-compliant products must be withdrawn within 30 months.

Summary

The Insecticides (Amendment) Rules, 2026, published on June 5, 2026, introduce significant labeling reforms to improve clarity and safety in insecticide products. These rules standardize the display of brand and common names, enforce bilingual labeling in English and Hindi, specify font sizes, and mandate safety pictograms. The amendments aim to protect consumers and ensure regulatory consistency, with a compliance period that allows existing stocks to adjust while phasing out non-compliant packaging within 30 months.