Updates on Chlorpyrifos Uses in 2022
Chlorpyrifos (e.g., Lorsban and Warhawk) is an organophosphate (Group 1B) insecticide that has been used for many important field crop pests in the United States. In the past 15 years, chlorpyrifos, like many organophosphates, has come under scrutiny due to acute toxicity concerns to humans, especially children. In an effort to protect all ages of humans and the environment, EPA began the process of phasing out many uses of organophosphates. On August 18, 2021, the EPA announced their decision to revoke tolerances for chlorpyrifos.