Japan: The 266th Japan Food Safety Group Outcomes

  |   Attaché Report (GAIN)   |   JA2025-0021
The Consumer Affairs Agency (CAA) of Japan proposed revisions of Japan’s maximum residue levels for four agricultural chemicals (Butachlor, Etofenprox, Spinetoram, and Prallethrin) for various agricultural commodities. By April 21, 2025, interested U.S. parties should submit their comments to PlantDivision@usda.gov for plant products, TFAA.FAS.AnimalDivision@usda.gov for animal products, and PPTRD@usda.gov for processed products. The CAA will also notify these proposed revisions to the World Trade Organization. In addition, the CAA released a survey to understand the current status of food additive sales and usages. By May 31, 2025, interested U.S. parties should submit their responses to PPTRD@usda.gov using the designated form (in attachments).

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