What is the correct verbiage and placement on the label for expiration dates?” LC10-0343; 6/3/10
Pesticides which change in chemical composition (e.g., the amount of active ingredient degrades so that it falls bellow the EPA approved certified lower limit) must bear the following statement in a prominent position on the label: “Not for sale or use after [date].” 40 CFR 156.10(g)(6)(i). The agency requires this statement for products that cannot demonstrate one year storage stability in product chemistry guideline number 830-6317 for conventional pesticides and guideline 63-17 for antimicrobial pesticides. The product must meet all label claims up to the expiration date indicated on the label. For placement of the statement, we recommend it be placed on the front panel, either immediately below the product name or ingredient statement. See also Label Review Manual Chapter 5, Section VIII(a). Expiration dates may appear on labeling for other reasons. If they do, the correct wording and placement is determined on a case-by-case basis.
