What type of pesticide is regulated by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)?

The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) regulates all pesticides, which encompass a wide range of products including those used in agricultural settings as well as household applications. The law requires that all pesticides be registered and meet specific safety standards before they can be sold or distributed in the United States. This comprehensive regulation ensures that all pesticide products, whether intended for commercial, agricultural, or residential use, are subjected to evaluation to assess their potential effects on human health and the environment. By covering all types of pesticides, FIFRA aims to provide consistent safety measures regardless of the setting in which the pesticide will be used.