EPAFinal Rule

Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Afidopyropen

AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
53 days left to comment

Summary

The EPA is making a decision about afidopyropen, a pesticide chemical used to control insects on crops. This regulation sets safety limits for how much of this pesticide can remain on food and allows the EPA to review whether it's safe for people and the environment.

Key Points

  • 1Afidopyropen is a new pesticide that farmers use to kill insects on crops, and the EPA is establishing official safety limits for residue (leftover amounts) on food
  • 2The regulation applies to agricultural producers and food companies who use or handle crops treated with this pesticide
  • 3The public can submit comments about whether they think this pesticide is safe until April 15, 2026
  • 4The EPA will review the chemical to determine if it poses risks to human health or the environment before allowing it on the market
  • 5If approved, these rules will determine which crops can be treated with afidopyropen and what maximum amounts are acceptable in food

Key Dates

Published

February 13, 2026

Comment Deadline

April 15, 2026(53 days left)

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