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\"\"(Beyond Pesticides<\/em>, May 11, 2020) Protecting ourselves from Covid-19 requires not only that we avoid contact with the virus, but also that we avoid exposing ourselves to chemicals that may disrupt our immune or respiratory systems. But when it comes to pesticide products\u2014and disinfectants are pesticides\u2014we encounter once again the problem of so-called \u201cinert,\u201d or nondisclosed, ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tell EPA and Congress that ALL Ingredients in Pesticides Must Be Disclosed.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

\u201cInert\u201d ingredients are not necessarily chemically or biologically harmless. \u201cInert\u201d or \u201cother\u201d ingredients\u2014as distinguished from \u201cactive\u201d ingredients\u2014are generally the majority of the product formulation that makes up the liquid, spray, dust, or granule, but does not specifically attack the pest, according to the manufacturer. They include emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, aerosol propellants, fragrances, and dyes. Many \u201cinerts\u201d are quite toxic, and may be \u201cactive\u201d ingredients in other products. \u201cInert\u201d ingredients may also be described as \u201cadjuvants\u201d or \u201cformulants.\u201d \u201cInerts\u201d are typically not listed on the label, and hence are often called \u201csecret ingredients.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond Pesticides\u00a0reviews<\/a>\u00a0the disinfectants on\u00a0EPA’s List N<\/a>, which are approved for use against the novel coronavirus, but it is only possible to review the active ingredients.\u00a0One product<\/a>\u00a0on the list, for example, contains 99.7784% \u201cother ingredients.\u201d Unfortunately, although this product may contain mostly water, it also may be composed mostly of such \u201cinert\u201d ingredients as 4-chlorotoluene, ethylbenzene, or petroleum distillates, all of which (among others) can weaken the respiratory and\/or immune systems, making an exposed person more susceptible to Covid-19. We don’t know.<\/p>\n

While it has never been acceptable to hide product ingredients on pesticide products, the current pandemic makes this information crucial for consumers who want to protect themselves and their families. Whether it is disinfectants or pesticide products in use in the home, yard, and community the secrecy on this public health issue must end, and EPA has the authority to require labeling . Please urge EPA use its legal authority to require disclosure of all ingredients on pesticide labels to protect public health.<\/p>\n

Tell EPA and Congress that ALL Ingredients in Pesticides Must Be Disclosed.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Letter to EPA Administrator and Office of Pesticide Program Director<\/u><\/p>\n

I am writing you because the current pandemic has brought home to me the importance of disclosure of all ingredients in pesticide products that can exacerbate the public\u2019s vulnerability to Covid-19. Protecting ourselves from Covid-19 requires not only that we avoid contact with the virus, but also that we avoid exposing ourselves to chemicals that may disrupt our immune and respiratory systems. But when it comes to pesticides\u2014and disinfectants are pesticides\u2014I encounter the problem of so-called \u201cinert\u201d ingredients.<\/p>\n

\u201cInert\u201d ingredients are not necessarily chemically or biologically inert. Many are quite toxic, and may be \u201cactive\u201d ingredients in other products. \u201cInert\u201d or \u201cother\u201d ingredients\u2014as distinguished from \u201cactive\u201d ingredients\u2014are simply those for which the pesticide manufacturer does not make a pesticidal claim. \u201cInerts\u201d are typically not listed on the label, and hence they are \u201csecret ingredients.\u201d They include emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, aerosol propellants, fragrances, and dyes.<\/p>\n

In deciding on a disinfectant to use in my home, I review products on EPA\u2019s List N, which are approved for use against the novel coronavirus, but it is only possible to review the active ingredients. One product on the list, for example, contains 99.7784% \u201cother ingredients.\u201d Unfortunately, although this product may contain mostly water, it also may be composed mostly of such \u201cinert\u201d ingredients as 4-chlorotoluene, ethylbenzene, or petroleum distillates, all of which (among others) can weaken my respiratory and\/or immune systems, making me more susceptible to Covid-19. I don\u2019t know because \u201cinert\u201d ingredients are not disclosed.<\/p>\n

While it has never been acceptable to hide product ingredients on pesticide products, the current pandemic makes this information crucial for consumers who want to protect themselves and their families. Whether it is disinfectants or pesticide products in use in the home, yard, and community the secrecy on this public health issue must end, and EPA has the authority to require labeling. Please require disclosure of all ingredients on pesticide labels as a matter of public health protection.<\/p>\n

Thank you.<\/p>\n

Letter to U.S. Senators and Representative<\/u><\/p>\n

I am writing you because the current pandemic has brought home to me the importance of disclosure of all ingredients in pesticide products that can exacerbate the public\u2019s vulnerability to Covid-19. Protecting ourselves from Covid-19 requires not only that we avoid contact with the virus, but also that we avoid exposing ourselves to chemicals that may disrupt our immune and respiratory systems. But when it comes to pesticides\u2014and disinfectants are pesticides\u2014I encounter the problem of so-called \u201cinert\u201d ingredients.<\/p>\n

\u201cInert\u201d ingredients are not necessarily chemically or biologically inert. Many are quite toxic, and may be \u201cactive\u201d ingredients in other products. \u201cInert\u201d or \u201cother\u201d ingredients\u2014as distinguished from \u201cactive\u201d ingredients\u2014 are simply those for which the pesticide manufacturer does not make a pesticidal claim. \u201cInerts\u201d are typically not listed on the label, and hence they are \u201csecret ingredients.\u201d They include emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, aerosol propellants, fragrances, and dyes.<\/p>\n

In deciding on a disinfectant to use in my home, I review products on EPA\u2019s List N, which are approved for use against the novel coronavirus, but it is only possible to review the active ingredients. One product on the list, for example, contains 99.7784% \u201cother ingredients.\u201d Unfortunately, although this product may contain mostly water, it also may be composed mostly of such \u201cinert\u201d ingredients as 4-chlorotoluene, ethylbenzene, or petroleum distillates, all of which (among others) can weaken my respiratory and\/or immune systems, making me more susceptible to Covid-19. I don\u2019t know because \u201cinert\u201d ingredients are not disclosed.<\/p>\n

While it has never been acceptable to hide product ingredients on pesticide products, the current pandemic makes this information crucial for consumers who want to protect themselves and their families. Whether it is disinfectants or pesticide products in use in the home, yard, and community the secrecy on this public health issue must end, and EPA has the authority to require labeling. \u00a0Please urge EPA to require disclosure of all ingredients on pesticide labels, as a matter of public health protection.<\/p>\n

Thank you.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

(Beyond Pesticides, May 11, 2020) Protecting ourselves from Covid-19 requires not only that we avoid contact with the virus, but also that we avoid exposing ourselves to chemicals that may disrupt our immune or respiratory systems. But when it comes to pesticide products\u2014and disinfectants are pesticides\u2014we encounter once again the problem of so-called \u201cinert,\u201d or nondisclosed, ingredients. Tell EPA and Congress that ALL Ingredients in Pesticides Must Be Disclosed. \u201cInert\u201d ingredients are not necessarily chemically or biologically harmless. \u201cInert\u201d or \u201cother\u201d ingredients\u2014as distinguished from \u201cactive\u201d ingredients\u2014are generally the majority of the product formulation that makes up the liquid, spray, dust, or granule, but does not specifically attack the pest, according to the manufacturer. They include emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, aerosol propellants, fragrances, and dyes. 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