B617 PRIA Fee Category
PRIA 5 Fee Determination Decision Tree:
Biopesticide Biochemical/Microbial - Other Actions
Below is the fee for your selected Fee Category for Fiscal Years 2025-2026
| Action Code | Description | FY'25-FY'26 Fee | Decision Time (months) |
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| B617 | Pre-application; biochemical classification determination. | $4,951 | 5 |
Do you plan to request either of the following types of waivers?
| Waiver | Pay | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 50% waiver | You pay ---->>>>> | $2,476 |
| 75% waiver | You pay ---->>>>> | $1,238 |
To pay the fee shown above, go to Paying PRIA Application Fees web page and follow the instructions.
How to submit your application directly to EPA.
| Action Code Interpretation |
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A pre-application request for the determination of a substance (active ingredient) classification as a biochemical pesticide. The substance must meet all three criteria: (i) Is a naturally-occurring substance or structurally similar and functionally identical to a naturally-occurring substance; (ii) Has a history of exposure to humans and the environment demonstrating minimal toxicity, or in the case of a synthetically-derived biochemical pesticides, is equivalent to a naturally-occurring substance that has such a history; and (iii) Has a non-toxic mode of action to the target pest(s). Requires the submission of information to support each criterion: (1) Evidence of natural occurrence, or evidence that the compounds are structurally similar and functionally identical to naturally occurring compounds; (2) Evidence of a history of safe exposure to humans and to the environment. Information must be scientifically valid, peer reviewed (if applicable) and data-driven (e.g. quantifiable); and (3) Evidence of a non-toxic mode of action against the target pest. Referenced materials must be included in the application package. |