This regulation amends the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for zoxamide, a pesticide substance, in various food products. The main focus is on setting new MRLs for several vegetables, particularly onions, garlic, shallots, and various types of fruits and vegetables. The regulation is based on the European Food Safety Authority’s assessment of consumer safety and agricultural practices.The regulation consists of three main parts: the legal basis and considerations (recitals), the operative part with three articles, and a detailed annex containing specific MRL values for different food products. The changes include new MRL values for potatoes (0.02 mg/kg), tomatoes (2 mg/kg), cucumbers and similar vegetables (2 mg/kg), and specific values for onions, garlic, and shallots (0.7 mg/kg).Key provisions include:
- Setting specific MRLs for various fruits, vegetables, and animal products
- Maintaining existing MRLs for certain products like aubergines/eggplants where additional data review is needed
- Setting default MRLs at the limit of determination (LOD) for products where specific values are not established
- Implementation date of August 19, 2025, with provisions for products already on the market
The regulation provides detailed tables with specific MRL values for hundreds of different food products, organized by categories such as fruits, vegetables, cereals, and animal products. Each product is assigned either a specific MRL value or a default limit of determination (*0.01 mg/kg in most cases).
