Pesticide Tolerance; Exemptions, Petitions, Revocations, etc.: Propyzamide
Summary
The EPA is reviewing pesticide tolerance rules for a weed-killing chemical called propyzamide, which is used mainly on crops and ornamental plants. This regulation allows the public to comment on whether current safety limits for this pesticide need to be changed, exempted, or removed.
Key Points
- 1Propyzamide is a herbicide (weed killer) commonly used in agriculture and landscaping
- 2The EPA is reconsidering the current safety limits (tolerances) for how much of this pesticide can remain on food and other products
- 3Farmers, chemical manufacturers, environmental groups, and the public can submit comments until January 27, 2026
- 4The EPA will use public feedback to decide whether to keep, change, or eliminate the current pesticide tolerance rules
- 5This review affects food safety standards and agricultural practices across the United States
Impact Assessment
If you are a farmer or landscaper, this means the EPA may change or remove safety limits on propyzamide, potentially affecting your ability to use this herbicide on crops and ornamental plants.
National
Minimal
Key Dates
November 26, 2025
Regulatory Connections
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