Federal Register #2026-13193

EPA Final Rule: Epyrifenacil Residue Tolerances Established for Multiple Crops

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule establishing legal residue limits for the herbicide epyrifenacil on several agricultural commodities. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Office of Pesticide Programs, Registration Division - Contact: Charles Smith, Director - OEMs and Vendors: - Valent (petitioning manufacturer of epyrifenacil) - Products/Services Requested: - No procurement of products or services; regulation sets maximum residue tolerances for epyrifenacil (CASRN 353292-31-6) on: - Field corn (forage, grain, stover) - Rapeseed seed - Soybean (forage, hay, seed) - Wheat (forage, grain, hay, straw) - Tolerance level established at 0.005 ppm for each commodity - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Regulation is based on toxicological data and exposure assessments - Ensures safety for the general population, including infants and children - No acute, chronic, or cancer risks expected from aggregate exposure - Rule applies to agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and pesticide manufacturers - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are requested; this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

This regulation establishes tolerances for residues of the pesticide epyrifenacil in or on various crops including corn, rapeseed, soybean, and wheat. The EPA issued a final rule effective June 30, 2026, following a petition submitted by Valent. The rule sets maximum permissible residue levels to ensure safety under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Comments and objections are due by August 31, 2026, and must be filed according to EPA instructions. The regulation applies to agricultural producers, food manufacturers, and pesticide manufacturers.

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