Press Releases | | Lawsuit Challenges Trump EPA's Latest Approval of 'Forever Chemical' Pesticide - Center for Food Safety
A lawsuit challenges EPA's approval of a pesticide containing PFAS ('forever chemicals'), potentially leading to cancellation or label changes. Applicators should monitor for EPA actions and prepare for possible restrictions.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. All pesticide applicators using products with PFAS, especially structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: No immediate deadline, but monitor EPA announcements within the next 30 days for potential label changes or cancellations.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Pesticide & Pest-Control Applicators continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
A lawsuit filed by the Center for Food Safety challenges EPA's approval of a PFAS-containing pesticide, which could result in EPA revoking or modifying the registration, or imposing new label restrictions.
Who it affects
All pesticide applicators using products with PFAS, especially structural pest-control firms, lawn/ornamental applicators, agricultural applicators, and fumigation companies.
What you must do
Identify any PFAS-containing pesticides in your inventory and review their labels for any upcoming changes. Stay informed on the lawsuit's progress and EPA's response.
Deadline
No immediate deadline, but monitor EPA announcements within the next 30 days for potential label changes or cancellations.
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