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EPA classifies pesticides into two categories: general-use pesticides and restricted-use pesticides (RUPs). A pesticide product may also be “unclassified.” RUPs have the potential to cause unreasonable adverse effects to the environment and injury to applicators or bystanders without added restrictions. RUPs — which make up about a quarter of total pesticides used — may be applied only by or under the direct supervision of trained and certified applicators.
RUPs are not available for purchase or use by the general public. The “Restricted Use” classification restricts a product, or its uses, to use by a certified applicator or someone under the certified applicator’s direct supervision.
Restricted-use pesticides may only be purchased and used by certified pesticide applicators. These professionals must complete required training, testing, and continuing education. For an updated list of RUPs, visit www.epa.gov/pesticide-worker-safety/restricted-use-products-rup-report.