Anticoagulant Rodenticides

EU / ECHA Publishes Comments Received On CLH Proposal For Brodifacoum

ECHA has published stakeholder comments on the proposed harmonised classification for brodifacoum, a key biocidal active substance, as the dossier moves toward a formal RAC opinion by mid-2027. Stakeholders should prepare for continued stringent classification and specific concentration limits that will dictate future labelling and market access for rodenticide products.

1 Apr 2026, 19:31echa.europa.euEuropean Union

New York Assembly Bill A10750 Would Restrict Anticoagulant Rodenticide Sales and Use Near Wildlife Habitats

New York introduced the RAPTORS Act in March 2026, proposing strict sale and use restrictions on first- and second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. If enacted, companies must transition to professional-only distribution models and comply with 500-foot exclusion zones around wildlife habitats, increasing operational complexity for pest management.

29 Mar 2026, 18:59assembly.state.ny.usUnited States

Massachusetts Bill H.5247 – Authorising the Town of Maynard To Prohibit or Restrict Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides

Massachusetts is advancing legislation (H.5247) to authorize the town of Maynard to prohibit or restrict the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. This move toward municipal-level chemical governance suggests a fragmented regulatory landscape where local bans may supersede state-wide pesticide standards.

14 Mar 2026, 08:34malegislature.govUnited States

Massachusetts Bill H.5217 on Anticoagulant Rodenticides Reported Favourably and Referred to House Ways and Means

Massachusetts is advancing legislation (H.5217) to ban the routine registration and use of anticoagulant rodenticides, effective January 1, 2028. Companies must prepare for a transition to emergency-only use and stricter integrated pest management (IPM) requirements as routine market access for these substances is phased out.

14 Mar 2026, 08:22malegislature.govUnited States

Rhode Island Senate Bill S2795 Would Restrict Anticoagulant Rodenticide Sales and Use and Establish Municipal Rodent IPM Pilot Program

Rhode Island has proposed a phased ban on the consumer sale and general use of anticoagulant rodenticides starting in 2027. The legislation signals a mandatory shift toward integrated pest management (IPM) and non-chemical alternatives for rodent control across the state.

9 Mar 2026, 20:04webserver.rilegislature.govUnited States

California DPR Publishes 2026 Rulemaking Calendar for Pesticide Regulations

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has released its 2026 Rulemaking Calendar, outlining 13 planned regulatory projects covering worker safety, groundwater protection, and substance-specific restrictions. Businesses should prepare for upcoming shifts in pesticide application standards, including new requirements for 1,3-dichloropropene, anticoagulant rodenticides, and pesticide-treated seeds through 2027.

27 Feb 2026, 15:46cdpr.ca.govUnited States

Baden-Württemberg Criticises 2027 GefStoffV Competence Rules For Rodenticide Use

Baden-Württemberg is challenging the July 2027 implementation of mandatory competence certificates for rodenticide use under the German Hazardous Substances Ordinance. Operators in the food and agricultural sectors should monitor for potential regulatory relief, as political pressure mounts to recognize existing vocational qualifications in lieu of new certification requirements.

23 Feb 2026, 14:14baden-wuerttemberg.deGermany

Saudi Arabia Draft Technical Regulation on Pesticides Used as Baits for Domestic Rodents (G/SPS/N/SAU/612)

Saudi Arabia has proposed a technical regulation (G/SPS/N/SAU/612) setting strict composition, concentration, and labeling requirements for domestic rodenticide baits. Manufacturers must prepare for mandatory concentration caps, tamper-resistant packaging standards, and Gulf GHS-aligned labeling to maintain market access for biocidal products.

23 Feb 2026, 12:03docs.wto.orgSaudi Arabia

Massachusetts Senate Refers Bill S.2933 On Billerica Rodenticide Ban To Environment And Natural Resources Committee

Massachusetts has introduced Bill S.2933 to authorize the town of Billerica to ban second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides. This move signals increasing local-level regulatory pressure on biocidal products, necessitating a shift toward alternative pest management strategies and monitoring for similar municipal-led restrictions.

31 Jan 2026, 11:54malegislature.govUnited States

Colorado Senate Introduces SB26-062 on Rodenticide and Glue Trap Restrictions

Colorado has introduced legislation to ban the sale and use of most anticoagulant rodenticides and glue traps, with implementation targeted for 2027. Businesses must prepare for a mandatory shift toward Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and significant market access restrictions for traditional chemical pest control solutions.

30 Jan 2026, 18:37leg.colorado.govUnited States

Massachusetts Extends Reporting Deadline For Arlington SGAR Bill H.4571 To 18 March 2026

Massachusetts has extended the legislative review for a bill authorizing the town of Arlington to ban second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) until March 2026. This development signals a potential shift toward local-level pesticide restrictions, requiring operators to prepare for a more fragmented regulatory landscape and alternative rodent management strategies.

23 Jan 2026, 10:06malegislature.govUnited States

Massachusetts Bill Proposes Chelmsford Ban on Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides

Massachusetts legislation (H.4972) proposes granting the town of Chelmsford local authority to ban or restrict second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs). If enacted, this sets a precedent for local-level pesticide bans that bypass state preemption, requiring pest management and chemical suppliers to track fragmented municipal requirements.

22 Jan 2026, 10:57malegislature.govUnited States

Washington Legislature Proposes Moratorium On Certain Rodenticides

Washington HB 2516 proposes a two-year moratorium on anticoagulant and bromethalin rodenticides from 2027, pending a comprehensive scientific impact study. Manufacturers and pest control operators face imminent market access risks in Washington, necessitating a strategic shift toward non-toxic alternatives.

17 Jan 2026, 13:39lawfilesext.leg.wa.govUnited States

Massachusetts House Bill Proposes Bedford Authority To Restrict Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides

Massachusetts H.4917 proposes granting the Town of Bedford local authority to ban or restrict second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs). This shift toward localized pesticide regulation could complicate compliance for commercial pest control operators and signals broader regional pressure on SGAR use.

11 Jan 2026, 13:55malegislature.govUnited States

Belgium Publishes 2024 Toxicovigilance Report on Biocide Exposures in Animals

Belgium's 2024 toxicovigilance report highlights significant animal exposure risks from rodenticides and insecticides, emphasizing labeling deficiencies on small packaging. Companies should anticipate increased scrutiny on label clarity and the mandatory UFI transition in 2025 to mitigate accidental exposure risks and ensure compliance.

9 Jan 2026, 15:51biocide.beBelgium

Austria Adopts Rodenticide Competence Ordinance Requiring Training For Anticoagulant Rodenticides From 1 January 2026

Austria has introduced mandatory competence training and supply restrictions for anticoagulant rodenticides, effective January 1, 2026. Manufacturers and distributors must overhaul sales channels and verification processes as private consumer access is phased out in favor of professional-only use.

7 Jan 2026, 12:28ris.bka.gv.atAustria

Massachusetts Bill S.2896 On Manchester-by-the-Sea SGAR Restrictions Referred To Environment Committee

Massachusetts is considering legislation to grant the town of Manchester-by-the-Sea authority to restrict second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs). This move signals a potential shift toward localized pesticide restrictions in the state, requiring pest control operators and property managers to monitor municipal-level compliance risks.

6 Jan 2026, 19:10malegislature.govUnited States

New Hampshire Prefiles HB 1676 To Restrict Consumer Access to High-Risk Rodenticides

New Hampshire has introduced HB 1676 to restrict the sale of high-risk rodenticides to certified professionals and registered agricultural operations, effective January 2027. This move signals a tightening regulatory environment for consumer-grade biocides, requiring retailers and distributors to implement rigorous purchaser verification systems.

22 Dec 2025, 14:25gc.nh.govUnited States

ECHA Launches CLP Consultation on Harmonised Classification for Brodifacoum

ECHA has launched a public consultation on the revised harmonised classification for the rodenticide brodifacoum, focusing on acute toxicity endpoints. Stricter classifications will necessitate updates to safety data sheets and labels, potentially impacting the regulatory standing of biocidal products under the BPR.

18 Dec 2025, 09:27echa.europa.euEuropean Union

US EPA Updates Status of EDSP Group 1 Chemical DCIs (Dec 2025)

The US EPA has updated compliance tracking for Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP) data requirements across several high-priority pesticide active ingredients. Impacted businesses must ensure timely data submissions or adjust portfolios in response to voluntary cancellations and evolving screening obligations.

15 Dec 2025, 17:34epa.govUnited States