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Canada Issues Final Re-Eval of Boric Acid in Pesticides

Number of products for home use will have their registrations cancelled.

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By: Christine Esposito

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The Government of Canada has published a final pesticide re-evaluation decision for boric acid, a naturally occurring substance that is commonly used in a wide range of pesticide products in Canada to control insects and fungi.   Boric acid, sometimes also called boron or borax, is found in the environment and Canadians are exposed to it naturally through food (such as fruit and vegetables) and drinking water. Canadians can also be exposed to boric acid through a variety of commonly used produ...

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