Apprentice
General
Under FIFRA, who is responsible for registering a pesticide before it can be legally sold or distributed in the United States?
1
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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2
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
3
The pesticide manufacturer independently
4
The state department of agriculture where the product is sold
Explanation
FIFRA (Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act) requires the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to register pesticides before they can be sold, distributed, or used in commerce. This registration process evaluates the product's efficacy, labeling, and potential risks to human health and the environment.
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