Should a New Fungicide Residue Limit Be Set for Florylpicoxamid?
Official title: Consultation on florylpicoxamid, Proposed Maximum Residue Limit PMRL2024-25
Health Canada asked whether to set a maximum residue limit for florylpicoxamid, a fungicide used on crops. This limit determines how much pesticide residue can legally remain on food sold in Canada. The consultation is now closed.
Why This Matters
Eat fruits or vegetables? This affects what's allowed on your food. Pesticide residue limits set the safety bar for what ends up on grocery store shelves. Farmers and food importers also need to know these rules.
What Could Change
Once finalized, the new residue limit becomes legally binding. Food with residue levels above the limit can't be sold in Canada. The limit will be added to Health Canada's official MRL database.
Key Issues
- Is the proposed maximum residue limit for florylpicoxamid safe for Canadians?
- What level of florylpicoxamid residue should be allowed on food?
How to Participate
- Review the proposed MRL decision document to understand the proposed residue limit.
- Submit written comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section, including the consultation document title (PMRL2024-25).
What Happened
The consultation period has closed. Health Canada will consider all comments received before making a final decision. Once finalized, the established MRLs will be legally in effect and entered into the MRL database.