Should a New Fungicide Residue Limit Be Set for Fluoxapiprolin?

Official title: Consultation on fluoxapiprolin, Proposed Maximum Residue Limit PMRL2025-20

Closed Regulations & Permits Agriculture & Food Health & Safety
Health Canada asked whether to set a maximum residue limit for fluoxapiprolin, a fungicide used on crops. This limit determines how much pesticide residue can legally remain on food sold in Canada. The consultation has now closed.

Why This Matters

Eat fruits or vegetables? Pesticide residue limits affect what's on your plate. These rules determine how much chemical residue is considered safe in your food. Parents and anyone concerned about food safety should pay attention.

What Could Change

Once finalized, the new maximum residue limit for fluoxapiprolin will become legally binding. Food products exceeding this limit couldn't be sold in Canada. The limit will be added to Health Canada's official MRL database.

Key Issues

  • What should the maximum residue limit be for fluoxapiprolin on food?
  • Is the proposed limit safe for Canadian consumers?

How to Participate

  1. Review the proposed MRL decision document to understand the technical details.
  2. Submit written comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section, including the consultation document title.

What Happened

The consultation period has closed. Health Canada will review all comments received before making a final decision. Once finalized, the established MRLs will be entered into the official MRL database and become legally binding.

Key Documents