Should a New Pesticide Residue Limit for Ethiprole Be Set?
Official title: Consultation on ethiprole, Proposed Maximum Residue Limit PMRL2025-23
Health Canada wants to set a maximum residue limit for ethiprole, a pesticide used on crops. This limit determines how much pesticide residue can legally remain on food sold in Canada. The agency is asking for public input before making a final decision.
Why This Matters
Eat fruits or vegetables? This affects what's allowed on your food. Pesticide residue limits determine how much chemical residue can legally remain on produce you buy at the grocery store. Parents, farmers, and anyone concerned about food safety should pay attention.
What Could Change
A new maximum residue limit for ethiprole would become legally binding once entered into Health Canada's MRL database. This could allow imported foods treated with ethiprole to be sold in Canada, or set stricter limits than currently exist.
Key Issues
- What should the maximum residue limit be for ethiprole on food?
- Is the proposed limit safe for Canadian consumers?
How to Participate
- Review the proposed MRL decision document to understand the specific limits being proposed.
- Submit your comments to the Pest Management Regulatory Agency Publications Section. Include the title "PMRL2025-23" in your submission.