EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Cyprodinil
AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
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Summary
The EPA is reviewing pesticide tolerance levels for cyprodinil, a fungicide commonly used on crops like berries and vegetables. This regulation allows the public to comment on whether current safety limits for this pesticide are appropriate, or whether they should be changed or removed.
Key Points
- 1Cyprodinil is a fungicide sprayed on crops to prevent fungal diseases, and the EPA sets limits on how much residue can remain on food when it reaches stores
- 2The EPA is accepting public comments until April 29, 2025 about whether current tolerance levels are safe or need to be adjusted
- 3This review affects farmers who use cyprodinil, food producers, and consumers who eat treated crops
- 4The regulation gives anyone—including consumers, environmental groups, or industry—a chance to submit scientific evidence or concerns about this pesticide
- 5Based on the comments received, the EPA may keep current limits the same, change them to be stricter or looser, or eliminate the tolerance entirely
Key Dates
Published
February 26, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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