EU Clorpyrifos-Methyl MRLs

On October 25, the European Union finalized a decision to reduce the Maximum Residue Level (MRL) of chlorpyrifos-methyl. This decision will severely limit its use in the United States on wheat and sorghum destined for the EU. Under this decision, wheat and sorghum intended for export to the EU may not be treated with chlorpyrifos-methyl after December 5, 2018. However, wheat and sorghum treated with chlorpyrifos-methyl prior to December, 5, 2018 can continue to be imported into the EU. This decision by the EU does not affect grain treated with chlorpyrifos-methyl destined for domestic use or export to CODEX ALIMENTARIUS member countries outside the European Union.