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MRL HARMONIZATION PROGRAMME
Since 1993,
the EU has been implementing a programme to establish harmonized maximum
residue levels (MRLs) which restrict levels of pesticide residues in foodstuffs
sold in Europe. MRLs for foodstuffs are established both nationally and
internationally with the key objectives of (1) controlling the correct
use of pesticides in terms of the registered use; (2) permitting the free
circulation of food commodities that have been treated with approved pesticides
and comply with the established MRLs; and (3) minimizing the exposure
of consumers to harmful or unnecessary intake of pesticide residues.
Related
Information: Pesticide Approvals;
ACP Pesticides Initiative; Implications
of EU Legislation; Sanitary and Phytosanitary
Measures
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