The program is responsible for registering all pesticides distributed in Texas. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulates pesticides through the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, as amended. The Texas Pesticide Law and Regulations require a pesticide to be registered before it is sold or distributed in Texas. Registrants are required to fill out an application form and submit complete information for each product registered.
Products can no longer have discontinuance status.
Any pesticide distributed in the state must have a current registration as long as the product remains in the channels of trade. The registrant is responsible for ensuring that the registration of the pesticide product remains in effect. However, federal regulations contain specific requirements to be eligible for exemption. Registration package Forms and information necessary to register pesticides in Texas. Please review the checklist to be sure you have submitted all the necessary information.