EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Potassium Polyaspartate in Pesticide Formulations
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Summary
The EPA is considering whether to allow potassium polyaspartate, a chemical ingredient used in pesticide products, to continue being used in the United States. The agency is taking public comments until May 20, 2025, to help decide if this substance is safe for people and the environment.
Key Points
- 1Potassium polyaspartate is a chemical compound used in pesticide formulations that the EPA is reviewing for continued approval
- 2The public has until May 20, 2025, to submit comments and concerns about whether this chemical should be allowed in pesticide products
- 3This review affects pesticide manufacturers and farmers who use these products, as well as consumers exposed to pesticides
- 4The EPA will use public feedback to decide whether to approve, restrict, or ban the use of this chemical in pesticides
- 5This is part of the EPA's regular safety review process to ensure pesticide ingredients don't harm human health or the environment
Key Dates
Published
March 20, 2025
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