Should New Pesticide Residue Limits Be Set for Penthiopyrad?
Official title: Consultation on penthiopyrad, Proposed Maximum Residue Limit PMRL2025-26
Health Canada wants to set new limits on how much penthiopyrad—a fungicide used on crops—can remain on food. These Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) determine what's legally safe to eat. The agency is asking for public input before making a final decision.
Why This Matters
Eat fruits or vegetables? This affects what's on your plate. Penthiopyrad is a fungicide sprayed on crops to prevent mold and disease. The limits being set determine how much residue is allowed on the food you buy at the grocery store.
What Could Change
New legal limits will be set for penthiopyrad residues on food. Once finalized, these MRLs become legally binding and are entered into Health Canada's official database. Food exceeding these limits would be considered unsafe for sale in Canada.
Key Issues
- Are the proposed maximum residue limits for penthiopyrad appropriate for food safety?
How to Participate
- Review the proposed MRL decision document to understand the proposed limits.
- Submit your written comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section. Include the title "PMRL2025-26" in your submission.