EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Imidacloprid
AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
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Summary
The EPA is reviewing pesticide tolerance rules for imidacloprid, a widely-used insecticide found in many agricultural and household pest control products. This regulation determines how much imidacloprid residue is allowed on food crops and may change current safety limits based on new scientific evidence.
Key Points
- 1Imidacloprid is a common pesticide used on crops like corn, wheat, and fruits to kill insects, and residues can remain on food we eat
- 2The EPA is reconsidering how much of this pesticide is safe to allow on different crops and food products
- 3The public has until April 22, 2026 to submit comments about whether current limits are too high or too low
- 4Changes could affect farmers' pest control options, food prices, and pesticide residues consumers are exposed to
- 5The decision is based on new health and safety studies about imidacloprid's potential effects
Key Dates
Published
February 20, 2026
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