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

When a pesticide registrant allows a product registration to lapse, pest control dealers are permitted to sell and deliver the pesticide for a limited time period of two years after the registration has lapsed. This provision recognizes that existing stock may still be available for legitimate use, allowing dealers to manage their inventory while ensuring that consumers can still access products that were previously registered.

This approach helps prevent waste and allows for a smoother transition as the registrant may seek to renew the registration or address the issues that led to the lapse. It is important for dealers to be aware of this limitation, as it ensures that pesticides remain in compliance with California regulations and that safety and effectiveness are maintained in pest control practices.

The other options do not align with the legal framework surrounding pesticide registration in California, as indefinite sales are not permissible under any circumstances, selling only to certified users is not a requirement in this context, and simply storing the product does not provide a means for dealing with the product after registration has lapsed. Therefore, selling and delivering the pesticide for up to two years is the only correct approach following a lapse in registration.