Endosulfan likely to be re-introduced in some countries where it is currently banned

As some “alternatives” to Endosulfan have caused Colony Collapse Disorder in honeybees, re-introduction of Endosulfan is being considered. Endosulfan has relatively low toxicity to many species of beneficial insects, mites and spiders (that is, ones which prey upon or parasites and damaging insect pests). More importantly, it is soft to honeybees.

Even in Europe where Endosulfan is currently banned, some of the member states had to authorize placing of Endosulfan on market under unavoidable circumstances for a controlled use.