Dimethipin; Reregistration Eligibility Decision; Notice of Availability

This notice announces the availability of EPA's Reregistration Eligibility Decision (RED) for the pesticide dimethipin. The Agency's risk assessments and other related documents also are available in the dimethipin docket. Dimethipin is registered for use as a cotton growth regulator and dessicant. In addition, it is used as a post-emergence herbicide on cotton and nonbearing apple nursery stock. EPA has reviewed dimethipin through the public participation process that the Agency uses to involve the public in developing pesticide reregistration and tolerance reassessment decisions. Through these programs, EPA is ensuring that all pesticides meet current health and safety standards.