Maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid
- Pesticide MRLs
Summary
The European Union (EU) proposes to increase the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for cyflufenamid on several berries and small fruits, and on parsley.
EU proposes to amend MRLs for cyflufenamid, impacting berries/small fruits and parsley
Draft Commission Regulation amending Annexes II and III to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid, fenazaquin and nicotine in or on certain products
Draft Annex II
Update
The European Union (EU) proposes to increase the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for cyflufenamid on several berries and small fruits, and on parsley.
Impacted Products
Blueberries, cranberries, currants (black, red, white), gooseberries (green, red, yellow), rose hips, mulberries (black and white), azaroles/Mediterranean medlars, elderberries, parsley
What is changing?
The EU proposes to adopt increased MRLs for cyflufenamid as summarised in Table 1.
Why?
A modification of the existing MRLs for cyflufenamid was requested for parsley, blackberries, raspberries (red and yellow), and “other small fruits and berries”. The European Food Safety Authority has concluded that the proposed MRLs are acceptable with regard to consumer safety (EFSA 2025).
Timeline
The new MRLs are expected to apply from February 2026.
Background
MRLs are set in accordance with the rules set out in Regulation 396/2005. For information on current MRLs for other substances, please consult the EU Pesticide Residues database.
Resources
EFSA (2025) Modification of the existing maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid in various crops. EFSA Journal, 23: e9611.
Sources
Draft Commission Regulation as regards maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid, fenazaquin and nicotine in or on certain products
Draft Annex II
Tables & Figures
Source: EU Pesticides Database
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EU proposes to amend MRLs for cyflufenamid, impacting berries/small fruits and parsley
Draft Commission Regulation as regards maximum residue levels for cyflufenamid, fenazaquin and nicotine in or on certain products
Draft Annex II
What is changing and why?
The European Union (EU) is proposing to increase the maximum residue levels (MRLs) for cyflufenamid on parsley, blackberries, raspberries (red and yellow), and other small fruits and berries, as summarised in Table 1. An evaluation by the European Food Safety Authority concluded that the proposed MRLs are safe for consumers.
Timeline
The new MRLs are expected to apply from February 2026.
Tables & Figures
Source: EU Pesticides Database
Disclaimer: Under no circumstances shall COLEAD be liable for any loss, damage, liability or expense incurred or suffered that is claimed to have resulted from the use of information available on this website or any link to external sites. The use of the website is at the user’s sole risk and responsibility. This information platform was created and maintained with the financial support of the European Union. Its contents do not, however, reflect the views of the European Union.