Pesticide residues in oils and fats: an overview

Crop protection products, more commonly known as pesticides, are chemical substances that are used during cultivation to protect crops from damage by insects, weeds and fungal diseases. The active substances in pesticides can be found in very small quantities as residues in raw materials like oilseeds and oils and fats, and processed products derived thereof. This factsheet provides an overview.

This fact sheet provides an overview of the most important elements regarding pesticide residues in the oils and fats sector. Beside the basic information as explaining what a pesticide is and how to assess whether there is a health risk; attention is paid to recent developments and legislation. The fact sheet contains various links to important documents that are consulted within the sector.