EPA Core Programs—Chemicals and Pesticides

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The EPA protects Americans from the risks of toxic chemicals and pesticides by evaluating new chemicals, reviewing the safety of existing chemicals, supporting compliance with regulations, and registering and researching pesticide use. EPN has created this EPA Core Programs Chemicals and Pesticides fact sheet to provide a detailed understanding of the EPA’s critical role in ensuring safe chemical and pesticide use to protect citizens’ health and the environment.

Note: The fact sheet has been updated (3/13/19).

Read full fact sheet: EPA Core Programs Chemicals and Pesticides | PDF