Pesticide FAQ

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Whom should I contact if I think I may have been exposed to a pesticide?

In case of emergencies, please call 911 or contact a local Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222. For general information on the potential health risks of an active ingredient and the risks associated with the intended use of a pesticide, call the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) at (850) 617-7917.

If I have a complaint involving a pesticide application, whom do I contact?

If you have a complaint about pesticide use related to structural pest control, lawn care, mosquito control, aquatic weed control or agricultural applications, please contact FDACS at (850) 617-7996.

How can I find out about pest identification?

Contact your local county extension office.

How can I find which pesticides are available for certain pests and crops, etc.?

Contact your local county extension office.

When does a pesticide product need to be registered in Florida?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7940 or visit our Pesticide Product Registration webpage.

How do I register a pesticide product in Florida?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7940 or visit our Pesticide Product Registration webpage.

How can I find which pesticide products are registered for use in Florida?

For a list of pesticide products registered in Florida, search the National Pesticide Information Retrieval System (NPIRS) database.

How can I find additional information on pesticide product brands registered in Florida?

Additional information on Florida's pesticide product brands is available at the Association of American Pesticide Control Officials (AAPCO) website.

How do I discontinue a product brand registration?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7940.

How do I find information on registering a pesticide product at the federal level?

Visit the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) website.

Are there pesticide products requiring registration in Florida that do not require federal registration?

Yes. For details, see the Florida Exempted Pesticide Policy [ 125.3 kB ] and Exempt Pesticide Under FIFRA, Section 25(b) [ 348.5 kB ] .

How do I apply for a Pest Control License?

Visit our Pest Control Licensing and Certification webpage.

How do I apply for a Pesticide Applicator License?

Visit our Pesticide Applicator Licenses webpage.

How do I find information on pesticide analysis?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7830.

How do I learn more about health and environmental effects of pesticides?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7917.

How can I learn more about pesticide risks to wildlife and endangered species?

Contact FDACS at (850) 617-7917.

Where can I find out about Florida's Termiticide Efficacy Rule?

For additional information about the Termiticide Efficacy Rule [ 9.5 kB ] or the results of termiticide efficacy reviews, contact FDACS at (850) 617-7917.