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EPA Final Rule on Methoxyfenozide Pesticide Residue Tolerances

This EPA final rule sets new residue tolerances for the pesticide methoxyfenozide on a range of food and feed commodities: - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - OEMs and Vendors: - EPA is the only entity mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are involved - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The rule establishes legal residue limits for methoxyfenozide (CASRN 161050-58-4) and its metabolites/degradates on agricultural commodities - Unique or Notable Requirements: - This is a regulatory action, not a procurement - The rule responds to a petition from Interregional Research Project Number 4 (IR-4) under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) - The regulation is designed to ensure consumer safety by specifying maximum permissible residue levels

Description

This final rule establishes tolerances for residues of the pesticide methoxyfenozide, including its metabolites and degradates, in or on various food and feed commodities. The regulation is issued under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act based on a petition from the Interregional Research Project Number 4 (IR-4). The tolerances specify maximum permissible levels of methoxyfenozide residues to ensure safety for consumers. The rule is effective April 17, 2026, with objections and hearing requests due by June 16, 2026.

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