If a pesticide registrant allows a registration to lapse, what can pest control dealers do?

When a pesticide registrant allows a registration to lapse, pest control dealers have specific options regarding the handling of their inventory. The correct answer indicates that dealers can sell and deliver the product for up to two years after the registration lapses. This provision allows dealers to manage their existing stock responsibly without immediate loss due to the registration status change.

During this two-year period, dealers are typically permitted to continue selling and distributing the pesticide, since it may still be relevant for existing sales or contractual obligations prior to the lapse. This flexibility helps to ensure that pest control services can still operate without abruptly leaving customers without necessary pest management solutions.

The ability to sell for two years is important because it recognizes the investments dealers have made in their inventory. It also provides a time frame for them to adjust to the new regulatory landscape and manage their stock efficiently. Ultimately, this approach serves to balance regulatory compliance with practical business needs within the industry.