Establishing Tolerances and Tolerance Exemptions
EPA sets tolerances, which are maximum amounts of a pesticide allowed
to remain in or on foods, after conducting a risk assessment. Information
on the process for setting tolerances is available in a fact
sheet. In some cases, a pesticide ingredient qualifies for an exemption
from the requirement for a tolerance.
The established tolerances and exemptions are listed in the Code
of Federal Regulations. When a new tolerance or exemption is established,
EPA published a rule in the Federal
Register. Note that any changes to the established tolerance or exemption
will be published in the Federal Register and reflected in the Code of
Federal Regulations. These documents should be consulted if current information
is needed.
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