Japan: Notifies WTO of Revised Spirotetramat Residue Standards

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On February 6, 2019, Japan notified the World Trade Organization of draft amendments to the maximum residue levels (MRL) for the pesticide Spirotetramat via G/SPS/N/JPN/614. The public comment period for the draft will close on April 7, 2019. Interested U.S. parties are encouraged to share their comments and/or concerns with USDA’s enquiry point (us.spsenquirypoint@fas.usda.gov). For potential inclusion in the U.S. official position, please send your comments by March 24, 2019.   

Japan: Notifies WTO of Revised Spirotetramat Residue Standards

 

 

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