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Why Read Labels?

Why Read Labels? (pdf) (590.46 KB) provides tips on how to select and use household, cleaning, and gardening products. It also includes guidelines to ensure safe, cost-effective use of household products.

How to Read a Pesticide Product Label (pdf) (1.08 MB) helps explain what information is on a pesticide product label including how to use pesticide products, how much to use, and where to use them. Following these instructions promotes the product’s effectiveness and safe use.

How to Read a Disinfectant Label (png) helps explain what information is on a label including how to use disinfectants, how much to use, and where to use them. Following these instructions promotes the product’s effectiveness and safe use.

Why Read Labels?

Pesticides and Consumers