Every day, we come into contact with industrial and commercial chemicals in products we use in our homes and workplaces. Several laws, including the Toxic Substances Control Act; Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; and Food Quality Protection Act, mandate EPA's oversight and regulatory responsibilities to reduce risks from chemicals used on food and the use of pesticides.

• Pesticide Science
• Pesticide Factsheets
• Pesticide Tools and Technology

• Analytical Methods and Testing Procedures

Pesticide Science

EPA relies on sound science to safeguard both human health and the environment. The Agency conducts research on ways to prevent pollution, protect human health, and reduce risk.

• Types of Pesticides
• Pesticide Science and Policy
• Pesticide Program Reports - descriptions of and links to various reports produced by the Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP).

Pesticide Factsheets

• Pesticide Health and Safety Factsheets
• Endangered Species Factsheets

Pesticide Tools and Technology

Innovative technologies hold the key to cost-effective timely solutions that minimize adverse environmental effects.

• Pesticide Models
• Pesticide Use Site Index
• Harmonized Test Guidelines - guidelines for use in the testing of pesticides and toxic substances, and the development of test data for submission to the EPA.

Analytical Methods and Testing Procedures

• Antimicrobial Testing Methods and Procedures
• Environmental Chemistry Methods
• Residue Analytical Methods