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Polytetrafluoroethylene; Revocation of the Tolerance Exemption When Used as an Inert Ingredient in Pesticide Products

The Environmental Protection Agency published this proposed rule in the Federal Register on July 16, 2024. Comments closed on September 16, 2024.

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What the agency says

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is proposing to revoke the tolerance exemption for residues of polytetrafluoroethylene (CAS No. 9002-84-0) under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) when used as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations. EPA is proposing to revoke this tolerance exemption because polytetrafluoroethylene, which has been identified as a per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), is no longer used in any registered pesticide product.

Key facts

Document number
2024-15564
Type
Proposed rule
Action
Proposed rule
Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Published
July 16, 2024
Comments due
September 16, 2024
Dates
Comments must be received on or before September 16, 2024.
Docket
EPA-HQ-OPP-2024-0278; FRL-12055-01-OCSPP
Code of Federal Regulations
40 CFR 180
Topics
Administrative practice and procedure; Agricultural commodities; Environmental protection; Pesticides and pests; Reporting and recordkeeping requirements
Pages
3

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