EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Glufosinate
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Summary
The EPA is updating safety rules for glufosinate, a widely-used herbicide (weed killer) found in many agricultural products and some consumer goods. This regulation sets limits on how much glufosinate residue is allowed to remain on food crops to protect public health.
Key Points
- 1Glufosinate is an herbicide used on farms and in some home products to kill weeds and control plant growth
- 2The EPA is establishing or updating 'tolerance levels' - the maximum amount of glufosinate residue allowed on various food crops
- 3The regulation affects farmers, food producers, and consumers by setting safety standards for glufosinate residues in food products
- 4These tolerance limits are based on scientific studies about potential health effects from pesticide exposure
- 5Food products that exceed these limits cannot legally be sold, protecting consumers from excessive pesticide exposure
Key Dates
Published
February 17, 2026
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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