EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Various Fragrance Components in Pesticide Formulations
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Summary
The EPA is updating rules about fragrance ingredients used in pesticide products to ensure they are safe for people and the environment. This regulation allows companies to use certain fragrance components in pesticides while the EPA reviews whether they need safety limits.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is establishing new guidelines for fragrance chemicals added to pesticide formulations, which are the mixtures sprayed on crops and in homes
- 2Some fragrance ingredients in pesticides may be exempted from safety tolerances (maximum allowed amounts) if the EPA determines they pose minimal risk
- 3Companies can petition the EPA to approve specific fragrance components for use in their pesticide products
- 4The public has until January 17, 2026 to submit comments about whether these fragrance ingredients should be allowed in pesticides
- 5This affects pesticide manufacturers, farmers, and consumers who use pest control products in their homes and gardens
Key Dates
Published
November 17, 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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