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Updated November 19, 2025
State restrictions for pesticides are regulations put in place to control the sale, distribution, and use of pesticides within a particular state. These rules often go beyond federal guidelines established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to address local environmental concerns, public health risks, and agricultural practices. Here's a breakdown of how they work:
1. Federal vs. State Authority
- EPA Oversight: The EPA registers pesticides for use in the U.S. and sets minimum safety standards.
- State Authority: Individual states can impose stricter regulations, such as limiting where, when, or how pesticides are applied.
2. State Pesticide Registration
- States may require separate registration for pesticides already approved by the EPA. This process ensures the product aligns with local environmental conditions and safety standards.
- Some states may ban certain pesticides even if they're federally approved.
3. Licensing and Certification
- States typically require pesticide applicators to be licensed or certified, especially for restricted-use pesticides (RUPs).
- Training ensures users understand proper handling, application, and safety procedures.
4. Usage Restrictions
- States may limit:
- Application methods (e.g., aerial spraying may be prohibited in some areas).
- Buffer zones around schools, water sources, or residential areas.
- Timing restrictions to protect pollinators, crops, or public health.
5. Environmental Considerations
- States may adjust pesticide rules to address unique ecosystems, endangered species protection, or groundwater contamination risks.
6. Enforcement
- State departments of agriculture or environmental agencies oversee compliance through inspections, fines, and penalties.
Example:
In California, pesticide regulations are often stricter than federal rules to protect its diverse agricultural landscape and sensitive coastal ecosystems.
In our effort to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information, we first look at products to check if they are registered federally. Then, we check registrations for each state, and finally we check the laws and regulations in each state to find any restricted or limited use pesticides. Each state is listed below with links to laws and/or reference material.
While we looked at many products, formulations, and ingredients please note that there are thousands of ingredients used to create products and that this list is not exhaustive.
If you find any errors, please contact us at support@solutionsstores.com. We will respond and review your inquiry as soon as possible.
Please note: These are in addition to federally restricted use products.
Always read product label directions before applying any product.
Table of Contents
- Federally Restricted Use
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Federally Restricted Use
40 CFR 152.175: Pesticides classified for restricted use
Alabama
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Alaska
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Arizona
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Arkansas
State Restricted or Limited Use:
The Arkansas Rules On Pesticide Use
California
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 3, § 6400 - Restricted Materials
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 3, § 6800 - Groundwater Protection List
Colorado
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Colorado's State Restricted & Limited Use Pesticides (RUP & LUP)
Connecticut
State Restricted or Limited Use:
State of Connecticut Restricted And Permit Use Pesticides
Public Act No. 16-17: An Act Concerning Pollinator Health
Chapter 41 Sec. 22a-57. Restrictions on sale of pesticides
File No. 112: An Act Concerning The Use of Second Generation Anticogulant Rodenticides
Delaware
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
District of Columbia
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Florida
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Georgia
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Hawaii
State Restricted or Limited Use:
State Of Hawaii List Of Restricted Use Pesticides
Hawaii Administrative Rules Chapter 4‑66
Idaho
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Restricted-use Herbicides in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington
Idaho Admin. Code r. 02.03.03.400
Illinois
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Indiana
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Indiana Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP)
Indiana State Code 15-16-4 Chapter 4
Iowa
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Kansas
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Kentucky
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Louisiana
State Restricted or Limited Use:
La. Admin. Code tit. 7, § XXIII-1103 - Restrictions on Application of Certain Pesticides
Maine
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Maryland
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Title 15 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Subtitle 05 - PESTICIDE USE CONTROL Chapter 15.05.01
The Pollinator Protection Act of 2016
House Bill 208 Agriculture – Neonicotinoid Pesticides – Sale and Storage
Massachusetts
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Massachusetts Groundwater Protection List
Massachusetts State Restricted Use Products
Neonicotinoids Frequently Asked Questions
Michigan
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Michigan Admin. Code R. 285.633.2
Minnesota
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Mississippi
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Missouri
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Montana
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Nebraska
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Nevada
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Neonicotinoids: ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 162
New Hampshire
State Restricted or Limited Use:
NEW HAMPSHIRE CHAPTER Pes 700 SALE AND USE OF PESTICIDES
New Jersey
State Restricted or Limited Use:
ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR ASSEMBLY, No. 2070
Excerpt from Subchapter 2 of the NJ Pesticide Regulations
New Mexico
State Restricted or Limited Use:
New Mexico Admin Code 21.17.56.11
New York
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Birds and Bees Protections Act
North Carolina
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Title 2 NCAC 09L .120: Restriction on Arsenic Trioxide
North Dakota
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Ohio
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Oklahoma
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Oregon
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Pesticide Control Law ORS Chapter 634
Pennsylvania
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Puerto Rico
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Rhode Island
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Legislation (2022-H 7129), 2022-2299)
South Carolina
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Chapter 27–1075. Restricted Use Pesticide Classifications
South Dakota
State Restricted or Limited Use:
CHAPTER 12:56:11 RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDES: Restriction for items that contain only Dicamba active ingredient.
Tennessee
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Texas
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Agriculture Code Title 5, Subtitle B, Chapter 76 Sec. 76.003
Utah
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Vermont
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Vermont Rule for the Control of Pesticides (CVR 20-31-12, Section 4)
Neonicotinoid Pesticides Registered in Vermont
H.205: Relating to the Regulation of Neonicotinoid Pesticides
Virginia
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Washington
State Restricted or Limited Use:
Revised Code of Washington Title 15 > Chapter 15.58 > Section 15.58.485
Washington Administrative Code Title 16 > Chapter 16-228 > Section 16-228-1231
West Virginia
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Wisconsin
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.
Wyoming
State Restricted or Limited Use:
We have reviewed this state's available pesticide laws and were unable to find additional restrictions beyond federally restricted active ingredients.