Federal Pesticide Laws MEDIUM 21 U.S.C. § 346a (FFDCA Section 408)

Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), what does an EPA 'pesticide tolerance' represent?

Multiple Choice Options

A The maximum legally permissible residue level of a specific pesticide on a food or feed commodity. ✓ OFFICIAL VERIFIED CORRECT ANSWER
B The amount of physical pain an applicator can withstand during dermal exposure.
C The number of consecutive hours an engine sprayer can run without overheating.
D The financial credit limit granted by pesticide distributors.
✓ LEGAL EXPLANATION & STATUTORY RATIONALE
21 U.S.C. § 346a (FFDCA Section 408)
Official Manual Chapter: Chapter 1: Federal Pesticide Laws

A pesticide tolerance is the legal maximum residue limit (MRL) of a pesticide chemical allowed in or on raw agricultural commodities and processed foods.

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