Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Acetamiprid
Summary
The EPA is reviewing rules about acetamiprid, a pesticide commonly used on crops and plants, to decide whether to change how much of it is allowed in food and the environment. The agency is opening this decision up for public comment until September 16, 2025, so people can share their views on whether current safety limits are appropriate.
Key Points
- 1Acetamiprid is an insecticide used widely in agriculture to kill harmful bugs on crops like fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants
- 2The EPA is reconsidering the 'tolerance levels'—the maximum amount of this pesticide residue allowed to remain on food sold to consumers
- 3The public has until mid-September 2025 to submit comments and evidence about whether the current pesticide limits are safe or should be changed
- 4This review could result in stricter limits (safer for consumers) or looser limits (more convenient for farmers), depending on safety data
- 5The decision will affect both the food supply and agricultural practices, so it matters to farmers, food producers, and families buying groceries
Key Dates
July 16, 2025
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