What is considered a Restricted Use Pesticide?

Restricted use pesticides or “RUP” are pesticides not available to the general public in the United States. The “Restricted Use” classification restricts a product, or its uses, to use by a certificated pesticide applicator or under the direct supervision of a certified applicator.

How can you tell if a pesticide is restricted?

Check the label under review to make certain that the label meets the RUP labeling requirements listed below: 1. The statement “Restricted Use Pesticide” must appear at the very top of the label’s front panel.

Is imidacloprid legal in Connecticut?

Pursuant to the Act, the classification of pesticide products currently registered in Connecticut which contain clothianidin, dinotefuran, imidacloprid and thiamethoxam will be changed from general use to restricted use effective January 1, 2017.

Is Roundup a restricted use herbicide?

EPA classifies pesticides into two categories: general use pesticides and restricted use pesticides. Roundup, with its active ingredient, glyphosate, is a general use, not a restricted use pesticide.

Is Bifen it a restricted use pesticide?

Bifenthrin is a broad use pyrethroid insecticide used both indoors and outdoors. Bifenthrin is listed as a restricted use pesticide by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); however, bifenthrin can be purchased for residential use in lower concentrations.

Is 24d a restricted use pesticide?

Dioxins are no longer found at detectable levels in 2,4-D products sold and used in the United States. Furthermore, EPA has canceled all uses of 2,4,5-T in 1985 and no longer allow its use in the United States.

Who determines restricted use pesticides?

EPA registers pesticides and their use on specific pests and under specific circumstances.

Who can use restricted use pesticides?

Federal restricted use pesticides (Only persons with specific training can use these products.

Is GrazonNext HL restricted?

GrazonNext HL has no grazing restrictions for any class of grazing animals, including horses1. Animals can be in the pasture during application. Any herbicide ingested by the animals while grazing the site will be excreted in their urine and manure.

Do I need an account to register for Connecticut pesticide program?

If you are a new registrant and need an account please see instructions below. All pesticides that are sold or used in Connecticut must be registered with the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Pesticide Program.

How do I register a neonicotinoid as a restricted use product?

Section 22a-50 (l) of the Connecticut General Statutes requires that the Commissioner classify neonicotinoids (as defined by section 22-61k of the Connecticut General Statutes) that are labeled for treating plants, as restricted use. Applications must be submitted through DEEP’s online product registration system .

Do you need an arborist license in CT?

Additionally, an arborist license is required for persons advertising, soliciting or contracting to do arboriculture (tree care) in Connecticut. A private applicator certificate must be obtained by a farmer in order to purchase and use restricted-use pesticides on agricultural crops. Only one certificate per farm is needed.

How do I contact the pesticide management program?

For more information, please contact the Pesticide Management Program at (860) 424-3369, [email protected] or write to: