Harmonised risk indicator for pesticides (HRI1), by groups of active substances (source: DG SANTE)

The harmonised risk indicator (HRI1) estimates the trends in risk from pesticide use in the EU and its Member States. Unsustainable use of pesticides entails risks and impacts on human health and the environment. The indicator is based on statistics on the quantity of active substances in plant protection products placed on the market under Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009. Those data are categorised into 4 groups and multiplied by risk weighting factors for different groups of active substances as categorised in Commission Directive (EU) 2019/782, followed by aggregation of the results of those calculations. The weighting factors reflect pesticide policy [which classifies pesticide active substances as e.g. low-risk substances or as candidates for substitution due to their toxicological profile] to support the sustainable use of pesticides and promote alternative approaches to protecting crops. The indicator is presented as an index relative to the average results for the period 2011–2013. The breakdown according to the 4 risk groups is also provided.