Not only do we have the advantage of having our own supply of oil extract, but we also know how to source pure and high-quality essential oils that have high levels of effective active ingredients from other locations worldwide due to our global presence. Kemin has spent years learning how to distinguish quality oils that will make an effective product for our customers. At Kemin Crop Technologies, we know and trust the oils we use because our research and development staff excel in:
- Identifying and analyzing different plants that naturally produce molecules and understanding their potential active or functional benefit
- Screening of biologically active compounds
- Extracting oil to create a consistent, high-quality and reliable supply of the active ingredient
- Developing effective and uniform botanically derived insecticides
Understanding FIFRA 25(b) Exemption
The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) is a federal law in the United States designed to ensure the safety of pesticide applicators, consumers, and the environment. Under FIFRA, most pesticides must be registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) before they can be sold or distributed. However, certain products are exempt from these stringent requirements under FIFRA section 25(b). These exempt products contain ingredients considered safe for crops, growers, and the environment, providing significant advantages with minimal risk.
Advantages of FIFRA 25(b) Exempt Botanical Oil-Based Pesticides
Kemin’s products focus on incorporating botanical oils due to the myriads of benefits that they provide in a pesticide product. FIFRA 25(b) exempt botanical oil-based biopesticides are effective and safe solutions derived from naturally occurring plant oils, such as clove, peppermint, rosemary, thyme, and garlic1. These plant-based extracts provide a natural alternative to synthetic chemicals, offering numerous advantages in pest control while supporting environmental and human health.
- Safety for labor and workers: These products are made from lower risk ingredients for laborers and workers, requiring minimal personal protective equipment (PPE) and allowing a zero-hour restricted-entry interval (REI), meaning workers can re-enter treated areas immediately after application.
- Minimal disruption to harvest activities: With a zero-day pre-harvest interval (PHI), these biopesticides can be applied at any time during the season, including on the day of harvest and shipment.
- Versatility: They are labeled for use on all crops and have no restrictions on the number of applications per growing cycle.
- Resistance management: The complexity of the compounds in the essential oils active ingredients provides multiple modes of action, minimizing the chance of pests developing resistance.
- Exemption from food tolerance requirements: These biopesticides are exempt from Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) in the United States, as the pesticide residue expected to remain on crops after application is minimal.
- Environmental Safety: They are generally safe for beneficial insects and do not cause phytotoxicity in plants when used according to the label direction.
- Tank Mix Compatibility: These products are compatible in most tank mixes, making them an easy addition to integrated pest management (IPM) programs.
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