Question

question 20
2 pts
which of the following is not true regarding pesticide regulation?
the rotterdam convention requires the us to provide hazardous properties of pesticides prior to exportation.
the fda establishes a tolerance level for pesticides in foods.
the fda enforces pesticide tolerance levels set by the epa.
the epa can destroy crops due to misuse of pesticides.

Explanation:

• The Rotterdam Convention is an international treaty that promotes the shared responsibility in relation to importation of hazardous chemicals. It does not specifically require the US to provide hazardous properties of pesticides prior to exportation.
• The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) does establish a tolerance level for pesticides in foods.
• The FDA enforces pesticide tolerance levels set by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency).
• The EPA has the authority to take actions like destroying crops due to misuse of pesticides.

Answer:

The Rotterdam convention requires the US to provide hazardous properties of pesticides prior to exportation.