11 Mar 2025
🍏EPA Establishes Metamitron Tolerances for Apples and Pears
Metamitron; Pesticide Tolerances
Summary
This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of metamitron in or on apple and pear. ADAMA AGAN c/o Makhteshim Agan of North America, Inc. (d/b/a ADAMA) requested these tolerances under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA).
Agencies
- Environmental Protection Agency
Business Impact
$$ - Med
The regulation sets tolerances for metamitron residues in apples and pears, impacting agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and pesticide manufacturers. Compliance with these new regulations may require adjustments in farming practices and quality control measures to adhere to the residue limits established.