Laws & Regulations
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Introduction to Soil Fumigant Management Plans
Soil fumigant pesticide labels require users to prepare a site-specific fumigation management plan (FMP) before the application begins. EPA has developed templates that outline the elements required by the labels.
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Now Available: Updates to Confidential Status of Chemicals on the TSCA Inventory
Recent listserv on updates to Confidential Status of Chemicals on the TSCA Inventory
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TSCA Section 4(a)(2) Test Orders for Phosphoric acid, Triphenyl Ester (TPP)
This is the Test Order issued by EPA to require testing from certain manufacturers and processors of Phosphoric acid, Triphenyl Ester (TPP) (CASRN 115-86-6).
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TSCA Section 4(a)(2) Test Orders for trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
This is the Test Order issued by EPA to require testing from certain manufacturers and processors of trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene (CASRN 156-60-5).
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TSCA Section 4(a)(2) Test Orders for 1,2-Dichloroethane
This is the Test Order issued by EPA to require testing from certain manufacturers and processors of 1,2-Dichloroethane (CASRN 107-06-2).
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Materials for February 2021 n-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) Risk Management Webinar
Document page for February 2021 n-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) Risk Management Webinar
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TSCA Section 4(a)(2) Test Order for 1,1-Dichloroethane
This is the Test Order issued by EPA to require testing from certain manufacturers and processors of 1,1-Dichloroethane (CASRN 75-34-3).
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Materials for December 2020 Carbon Tetrachloride Risk Management Webinar
Document page for December 2020 Carbon Tetrachloride Risk Management Webinar
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Soil Fumigant Training for Certified Applicators
This page includes the soil fumigant training programs developed by pesticide registrants and approved by EPA, as well as EPA-approved alternatives to the registrant training programs that are available for specific states.
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Accelerated Storage Stability and Corrosion Characteristics Study Protocol
EPA has determined that studies using this protocol will, in certain circumstances, provide the Agency with all the information it needs to make a determination on the storage stability of pesticides.
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Alternate Testing Framework for Classification of Eye Irritation Potential of EPA-Regulated Pesticide Products
EPA has updated guidance on testing antimicrobial cleaning products for potential eye irritation. This guidance relies on non-animal testing and expands the use of certain tests.
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Pesticide Registration and Classification Procedures (FR 53)
This Federal Register notice provides background about the establishment and revision of the basic aspects of the pesticide registration program.
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Labeling Requirements
The label on a pesticide package or container and the accompanying instructions are a key part of pesticide regulation. Find out about regulation of labels and other label information.
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Biotech Information-Sharing Memorandum of Understanding
EPA, FDA, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service/Biotechnology Regulatory Services share the regulatory oversight over genetically engineered plants and the foods derived from such plants.
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EPA Releases Updated Resources to Aid Federal Purchasers in Meeting the Biden-Harris Administration’s Sustainability Goals
Listserv announcing updated Framework for the Assessment of Environmental Performance Standards and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing.
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Regulation of Genetically Engineered Microorganisms Under FIFRA, FFDCA and TSCA
Learn about the history and status of regulation of genetically engineered microorganisms.
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What is Vermiculite?
Vermiculite is the mineralogical name given to hydrated laminar magnesium-aluminum-iron silicate that resembles mica in appearance. All vermiculite ores contain a range of other minerals that were formed along with the vermiculite in the rock. Vermiculite ores from some sources have been found to contain asbestos minerals but asbestos is…
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Under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA),what criteria must be applied to determine when a non-friable asbestos containing material is made friable?
Non-friable asbestos-containing material is made friable if, when dry, it may be crumbled, pulverized, or reduced to powder by hand pressure. Other Frequent Questions about Asbestos Learn About Asbestos Asbestos and School Buildings Information for Owners and Managers of Buildings that Contain Asbestos Protect Your Family from Exposures to Asbestos…
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Grower Priority Database
This database is a tool for U.S. grower groups to identify and communicate their MRL needs in major export markets to registrants and government agencies.
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Servicing Information for Technicians
Provides links to information for technicians about servicing motor vehicle air conditioners.