How are pesticides classified under FIFRA?

• A. Restricted Use (RUP) or unclassified/general use
• B. Organic or inorganic
• C. Domestic or international
• D. Over-the-counter or prescription

Answer: (A)

Under FIFRA, pesticides are divided into restricted-use products and general-use products. This distinction exists because some pesticides carry higher risks to people or the environment, so they can only be sold to or used by certified applicators (often with specific training and recordkeeping). General-use pesticides, sometimes labeled as unclassified, can be used by the general public as long as the label directions are followed. The label itself is the legal authority governing what you can do with each product. Terms like organic or inorganic, domestic or international, or over-the-counter versus prescription aren’t the FIFRA classifications.