Florida Pesticide Product Registration: Requirements, Process, and Compliance Guidelines

In Florida, the registration of pesticide products is managed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). This process ensures compliance with both state and federal regulations, primarily under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). Below is an overview of the key requirements for registering a pesticide product in Florida.

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EPA Compliance Prior to State Registration

Before registering a pesticide in Florida, the product must first be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under FIFRA. Once EPA approval is secured, the product can then be registered at the state level with FDACS.

Florida Pesticide Regulatory Compliance

All pesticide products sold in Florida, including general-use and restricted-use pesticides, must be registered with FDACS. This also applies to adjuvants, which are substances added to pesticides to enhance their effectiveness.

Required Documentation for Florida Registration

Product Label

A copy of the product label must be submitted with the registration application. This label must comply with both federal and state regulations.

Registration Application

The registration application, available on the FDACS website, must be completed and submitted with the product label. The application process is conducted online via the FDACS e-Gov Service Center.

Fees and Timeline

Registration Fee

The standard registration fee is $700 per product for applications submitted in odd-numbered years and $350 in even-numbered years. Products are registered annually, with the registration period running from January 1 to December 31.

Late Fee

A late fee of $100 is imposed for renewals submitted after December 31.

Discontinuation

Registrants must notify FDACS if they intend to discontinue a product, confirming that no product remains in the distribution channels.

Exemptions

FIFRA 25(b) Products

Certain products containing natural ingredients exempt under FIFRA 25(b) are also exempt from state registration in Florida.

Experimental Use Permits

Products with an EPA Experimental Use Permit are exempt from state registration but must provide relevant documentation for inspection purposes.

Compliance and Enforcement

FDACS enforces compliance through its Pesticide Section, which handles the registration process, licensing of pesticide dealers, and certification of applicators. Ensuring public safety and proper pesticide use is a primary goal.

Resources

For more detailed information, visit the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

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