Ref. Ares(2018)4580443 - 06/09/2018
EU defensive issues:
Previously raised:
Endocrine Disruptors (raised by the US and Argentina, supported by other 18 Members). The US
delivered the most detailed statement questioning the hazard-based approach, enquiring about the interim
criteria and complaining generally about the EU policy on pesticides. In particular, they criticised the EU
approach to import tolerance setting, and noted the expected negative trade impact of the MRLs for several
specific substances.
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Marc Vanheukelen
Head of Mission
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