PDHP 68949; Exemption From the Requirement of a Tolerance
Published Date: 1/30/2026
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Summary
Starting January 30, 2026, the EPA says it’s okay to have residues of PDHP 68949 on food without setting a strict limit, as long as it’s used properly. This change helps farmers, food makers, and pesticide companies by cutting red tape and making things simpler. If anyone disagrees, they have until March 31, 2026, to speak up or ask for a hearing.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Tolerance Exemption for PDHP 68949
Starting January 30, 2026, the EPA established an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for residues of PDHP 68949 in or on all food commodities when used according to label directions and good agricultural practices. This removes the need to set a maximum permissible residue level and reduces regulatory steps for agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and pesticide manufacturers.
EPA Finds PDHP 68949 Safe for Consumers
The EPA concluded there is a reasonable certainty that no harm will result to the U.S. population, including infants and children, from aggregate exposure to residues of PDHP 68949 and finalized the exemption effective January 30, 2026. The agency based this on low oral toxicity, digestion studies, expected environmental degradation, and other hazard/exposure data.
No Analytical Method Required
Because the exemption for PDHP 68949 is established without any numerical residue limit, EPA states that an analytical enforcement method is not required as of January 30, 2026. This reduces testing and method-development requirements for pesticide manufacturers and testing laboratories.
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