EPAFinal Rule

Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: PDHP 68949

AgricultureEnvironmentHealthcare
15 days left to comment

Summary

The EPA is proposing to set or change safety limits on how much of a pesticide chemical called PDHP can remain on food crops. The agency is asking the public to comment on whether this pesticide is safe for people to eat on their food before making a final decision.

Key Points

  • 1The EPA is reviewing pesticide residue limits for a chemical identified as PDHP 68949 that may be used on crops
  • 2Public comments are being accepted until April 1, 2026, allowing farmers, food companies, and consumers to share their views
  • 3The regulation could affect what pesticides are allowed on fruits, vegetables, and other foods sold in stores
  • 4The EPA will use public feedback to decide whether to approve, modify, or reject the pesticide tolerance levels
  • 5Farmers and agricultural companies are most directly affected, as the rules determine which pesticides they can legally use

Impact Assessment

If you are a farmer, this means you will need to follow new or revised limits on how much PDHP pesticide residue can remain on your crops before sale, requiring potential changes to pesticide application practices or crop handling procedures.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Moderate

Who is Affected
FarmersManufacturersConsumersImporters/Exporters

Key Dates

Published

January 30, 2026

Comment Deadline

April 1, 2026(15 days left)

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