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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 7Ch. 2Art. 5§ 12855 Pesticide Registrant Liability Limitations

§ 12855 Pesticide Registrant Liability Limitations

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 12855 Pesticide Registrant Liability Limitations

This law says that if someone gets hurt or something gets damaged because they didn't use a pesticide the right way, the company that made it isn't responsible.

Key Takeaways

  • •If you use a pesticide for something it's not meant for, the company isn't responsible for any problems.
  • •If you don't follow the directions on the label, the company isn't responsible for any problems.
  • •If the company promises something that's not written on the label, they aren't responsible for keeping that promise.

Example

A farmer sprays a pesticide on his crops to kill weeds, but the label says it's only for killing bugs.

If the pesticide ruins his crops, the farmer can't blame the company that made it because he didn't follow the label.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 12855 Pesticide Registrant Liability Limitations

Except as otherwise provided in this article, the registrant is not liable for any injury or damage that is suffered solely by reason of any of the following: (a) The use of the pesticide for a purpose that is not indicated by the label. (b) The use of the pesticide contrary to the printed directions of the registrant or seller. (c) The breach of any warranty by the registrant that is not expressly printed on the label. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 361, Sec. 63. Effective January 1, 1997.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

registrantpesticidelabelwarranty

Related Statutes

  • § 12852 Pesticide Label Use Directions
  • § 12851 Pesticide Label Requirements
  • § 12854 Pesticide Implied Warranties
  • § 12853 Pesticide Warranty Limitations
  • § 12856 Pesticide Sealed Container Sale

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 12855.
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