SF 3772 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Specific chemical compound found in tear gas sale and usage prohibition provision

SF 3772 bans the sale, use, purchase, and manufacture of orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile (a chemical compound with CAS number 2698-41-1) in Minnesota, which is used in tear gas products. The bill requires the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to provide disposal guidance for existing supplies of this chemical or products containing it. It amends Minnesota Statutes to remove orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile from the list of authorized tear gas compounds, which previously included it alongside substances like chloroacetophenone. The ban applies to all individuals and businesses in Minnesota and takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 23, 2026 Last action Feb 23, 2026
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Feb 23, 2026
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