Description
- The Pest Control Products Board (LRMP) license is required for businesses involved in the manufacture, import, export, distribution, and sale of pest control products in Malaysia. This license ensures that pest control products meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards before they can be marketed or used in the country. The license is critical for safeguarding public health and protecting the environment from harmful chemicals.
GOV Department
- Lembaga Racun Makhluk Perosak (LRMP)
License Name (Malay)
- Lesen Lembaga Racun Makhluk Perosak (LRMP)
Details
- License Scope:
- Required for manufacturing, importing, exporting, distributing, or selling pest control products.
- Applicable to pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and other pest control chemicals.
- License Application Process:
- Submit the application form along with supporting documents, including product specifications, safety data sheets (SDS), and business registration certificates.
- Pay the required application fee to LRMP.
- License Validity:
- The license is valid for a specified period (usually one year) and must be renewed before expiration.
- Approval Criteria:
- Products must pass safety and efficacy evaluations conducted by LRMP.
- Labels and packaging must comply with Malaysian standards, including hazard warnings and usage instructions in Malay and English.
Important Rules
- Product Registration:
- All pest control products must be registered with LRMP before they can be marketed. Unregistered products are prohibited.
- Compliance with Standards:
- Products must meet the safety and environmental standards set by LRMP.
- Only approved active ingredients and formulations are allowed.
- Proper Labeling and Packaging:
- Labels must include product name, active ingredients, usage instructions, safety precautions, and hazard symbols.
- Packaging must prevent leakage or contamination during storage and transportation.
- Storage and Handling:
- Licensed businesses must adhere to proper storage and handling protocols to prevent environmental contamination and health risks.
- Record-Keeping and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed records of transactions and product usage for inspection by LRMP.
Compound & Punishment
- Selling Unregistered Products:
- Compound: Fines up to RM50,000.
- Punishment: Suspension of the license and possible imprisonment of up to 2 years under the Pesticides Act 1974.
- Non-Compliance with Labeling Standards:
- Compound: Fines up to RM20,000 per product.
- Punishment: Immediate recall of the product from the market.
- Storage and Handling Violations:
- Compound: Fines up to RM10,000.
- Punishment: Potential suspension or revocation of the license.
- Failure to Renew License:
- Compound: Penalty of RM5,000 for late renewal.
- Punishment: Business operations may be suspended until the license is renewed.
- False or Misleading Claims:
- Compound: Fines up to RM25,000.
- Punishment: Legal action, including potential imprisonment.
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Commonly Asked Questions
The LRMP (Lembaga Racun Makhluk Perosak) license is required for businesses involved in the manufacture, import, export, distribution, or sale of pest control products in Malaysia. It ensures that such products meet safety, health, and environmental standards before being marketed.
All pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides, and other pest control chemicals used in agriculture, households, or industries must be registered and licensed under LRMP.
The license is issued by the Pest Control Products Board (Lembaga Racun Makhluk Perosak), which operates under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM).
Typical documents include:
- Completed application form
- Business registration certificate (SSM)
- Product specifications and formulation details
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Toxicology and efficacy reports
- Label and packaging design (in Malay and English)
- Application or renewal fee payment
The license is usually valid for one (1) year and must be renewed annually before expiration to maintain legal authorization for operation.
- All products must be registered with LRMP before sale.
- Products must comply with safety, efficacy, and environmental standards.
- Labels must clearly state active ingredients, directions for use, safety warnings, and hazard symbols.
- Proper storage, transport, and record-keeping practices must be followed.
Selling or distributing unregistered products is a serious offence. Penalties include:
- Fines up to RM50,000
- Suspension or revocation of business license
- Imprisonment up to 2 years under the Pesticides Act 1974
Before approval, LRMP conducts comprehensive safety and efficacy evaluations, including toxicological assessments, environmental impact analysis, and label verification to ensure the product is safe for humans, animals, and the environment.
Yes — but only if the product is registered with LRMP, and the importer holds a valid LRMP license. Unauthorized importation of pest control products is illegal and may result in product seizure and heavy fines.
Yes. We offer end-to-end assistance, including document preparation, product registration, compliance review, and submission to LRMP. Our team ensures that your application meets all legal and safety requirements, minimizing delays or rejections.