South Korea: Implementation of Positive List System for Maximum Residue Limits

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Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety will begin implementation of its previously announced pesticide Positive List System (PLS) on January 1, 2019. The ministry took several steps to avoid trade disruptions during this transition. Exporters are encouraged to review this information closely. Information on Korea’s testing protocol and pesticide database system is included.

South Korea: Implementation of Positive List System for Maximum Residue Limits

Exporting, Regulations & Requirements
East Asia and the Pacific, South Korea

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