What is a requirement for minimum-risk pesticides?

Minimum-risk pesticides are defined under specific criteria set by regulatory bodies such as the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). For a pesticide to qualify as minimum-risk, it must meet certain conditions specified in the regulatory framework, which typically include being composed of natural substances that lack toxicological risks to humans and the environment.

These conditions generally govern the active ingredients, their concentration, labeling requirements, and specific uses. By adhering to these established criteria, minimum-risk pesticides ensure safety and effectiveness without the need for full registration and rigorous testing that conventional pesticides undergo. This allows for these products to be marketed more readily while still maintaining safety standards, thus providing users with accessible pest control options that have a lower environmental and health impact.