Pesticides sold and used in the United States are strictly regulated by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide & Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and state regulations. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for managing pesticide registration. If a pesticide product is exported to the United States and intended for use within the country, it must be registered with the US EPA first according to Section 136 of FIFRA, unless it is exempted.

The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) defines a "pesticide device" an instrument or contrivance that work using physical or mechanical means and do not contain any active pesticide ingredients, but claim to kill, inactivate, or inhibit the growth of bacteria, viruses, or fungi; reduce or eliminate microorganisms or allergens in the air or water; repel pests such as birds, subterranean animals, and rodents; or kill or trap insects/pests. Pesticide devices sold to the United States require establishment registration with EPA and must comply with labelling requirements.

On July 21, 2025, the U.S. EPA announced a public comment period for a proposed electronic system to track compliance with bilingual pesticide label requirements.

CIRS is excited to announce both our 3rd attendance and 2nd exhibition opportunity at Specialty & Agro Chemicals America, 2021! Specialty & Agro Chemicals America will be held in Charleston, South Carolina and takes place September 8-10. About Specialty & Agro Chemicals America The conference and tradeshow will focus on chemical products and technologies that have specific applications for the agrochemical and specialty chemical manufacturing markets. Ranging fro