EPAFinal Rule
Pesticide Tolerances: Sulfentrazone
AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
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Summary
The EPA is setting safety limits for residues of sulfentrazone, a weedkiller used on crops, that can remain on food and animal feed. This rule establishes how much of this chemical is acceptable in our food supply to protect public health.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is establishing maximum allowable amounts of sulfentrazone residue on various crops and food products
- 2Sulfentrazone is an herbicide (weedkiller) commonly used in agriculture to control unwanted plants
- 3The rule affects farmers who use this pesticide and food producers who process crops treated with it
- 4The public has until July 19, 2025 to submit comments or concerns about these safety limits
- 5These tolerance levels are based on EPA safety studies to ensure the pesticide residues do not harm consumers
Key Dates
Published
May 19, 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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