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Frequent Questions about the National Recycling Strategy

Frequent questions to address commonly asked questions about the National Recycling Strategy.

Executive Summary of the National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution

Executive summary for the U.S. EPA's National Strategy to Prevent Plastic Pollution.

Sector Snapshots Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides an overview of the snapshot tool.

Superfund Solutions Initiative

EPA is implementing Superfund program improvements to provide protections earlier for communities, promote redevelopment and repower the economy.

Inert Ingredients - Reassessment Decision Documents: G

Find completed inert ingredient tolerance reassessment decision documents starting with G.

Cybersecurity Response

Cybersecurity Response. Learn about responding to a cyber incident and gain knowledge on current active threats.

Inert Ingredients - Reassessment Decision Documents: P

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EPA Resolves Longstanding Litigation to Protect Endangered Species, Ensure Pesticides That Feed and Fuel America Remain Available

The EPA is seeking public comment on the National Marine Fisheries Service’s opinion for the insecticides carbaryl and methomyl.

Top Ten Tips to Prevent or Control Bed Bugs

Confirm you have bed bugs rather than other insects (if needed, show to your local extension agent trained in pest control), assess Integrated Pest Management (IPM) options before considering pesticide, try mattress encasements, and more.

2006 Inventory Update Reporting: Data Summary

This document provides a summary of the chemical manufacturing, processing, and use information, as reported for calendar year 2005.

Federal Register: Toxic Substances; 1,2- Dichloropropane; Testing Requirements

The EPA (also Agency) is issuing a final test rule under section 4(a) of the Toxic Substances (TSCA) that requires manufacturers and processors of 1,2-dichloropropane (DCP CAS Number 78-87—5) to test this chemical.

Tetrabromobisphenol A; Final Test Rule

EPA is issuing a final test rule, under section 4 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), requiring manufacturers and processors of tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBPA. CAS No. 79—94—7) to perform testing for chemical fate and environmental effects.

Inert Ingredients - Reassessment Decision Documents: E

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EPA Extends Respiratory Protection Flexibilities for Agricultural Pesticide Handlers During COVID-19

EPA has extended respiratory protections and flexibilities for agricultural pesticide handles during covid-49

EPA Releases Temporary Guidance on Respiratory Protection for Agricultural Pesticide Handlers During COVID-19

To respond to these reports and to help ensure the health and safety of America’s farmers, EPA is providing temporary guidance regarding respiratory protection requirements for agricultural pesticide handlers.

EPA Sunsets Temporary Guidance on Respiratory Protection for Agricultural Pesticide Handlers During COVID-19

In June 2020, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued temporary guidance that offered flexibility during the COVID-19 public health emergency to agricultural employers and pesticide handlers regarding respiratory protection requirements relat

Design for the Environment Logo for Pesticide Products

This program allows qualifying antimicrobial and biopesticide products to carry a logo on their pesticide labels that indicates the product meets certain criteria.

Provisional Models and Tools Used in EPA’s Pesticide Endangered Species Biological Evaluations

This document provides an overview of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ecological risk assessment process for the evaluation of potential risk to endangered and threatened (listed) species from exposure to pesticides.

EPA Releases Documents on Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes for Public Comment and Peer Review

EPA released its white paper and supporting materials on genetically engineered (GE) mosquitoes for mosquito control. These documents are available for public comment and peer review by FIFRA SAP.

Reduce the Risk of Lead Exposure at Home

This page contains information about protecting you and your family from important sources of exposure to lead in homes. While different homes have different sources of lead exposure, this information is relevant to communities across the United States.