EPAFinal Rule

Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Rice Bran Wax in Pesticide Formulations

AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
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Summary

The EPA is establishing rules about using rice bran wax as an ingredient in pesticide products. This regulation determines whether rice bran wax is safe enough to use in pesticides that may leave residues on food and other products, and sets limits on how much residue is acceptable.

Key Points

  • 1Rice bran wax can now be used as an ingredient in pesticide formulations under EPA approval
  • 2The regulation sets tolerance levels (safe limits) for rice bran wax residues that may remain on treated crops and food products
  • 3Pesticide manufacturers must follow these new rules when creating products containing rice bran wax
  • 4The public has until April 15, 2026 to submit comments on this proposed regulation
  • 5This affects farmers, food producers, and pesticide manufacturers who want to use rice bran wax-based products

Key Dates

Published

February 13, 2026

Comment Deadline

April 15, 2026(53 days left)

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