What is required of all pesticides according to FIFRA §136?

Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), all pesticides are required to be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before they can be sold or distributed in the United States. This registration process ensures that the pesticides are evaluated for their safety and effectiveness, helping to protect human health and the environment.

The registration involves a thorough assessment of the pesticide's active ingredients, formulation, labeling, and proposed uses. By requiring registration, FIFRA aims to ensure that only those pesticides that have been deemed safe and effective are allowed in the marketplace, thereby preventing harm to ecosystems and non-target organisms and ensuring that users are provided with the necessary information for safe handling and application.

Other choices do not align with the requirements set out in FIFRA. For example, while local sourcing, biodegradability, and state regulations might play roles in specific contexts, they are not universally mandated across all pesticides under FIFRA. The emphasis of FIFRA is primarily on federal registration and oversight managed by the EPA.