Schedule 20 MRL Variation - Agricultural Chemicals
Summary
The Australian Government has issued Legislative Instrument F2026L00420, varying Schedule 20 Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) for agricultural chemicals under the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code. The instrument is administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and authorised under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991. Food manufacturers and agricultural producers must ensure products comply with the updated MRLs.
What changed
This legislative instrument varies Schedule 20 of the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code, updating maximum residue limits for specified agricultural chemicals in food products. The variation is made under the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 and takes effect on 7 April 2026.
Affected parties including food manufacturers, agricultural producers, and importers must ensure products meet the revised MRLs. Compliance with food safety standards is mandatory, and products exceeding the new limits may be subject to regulatory action under the food safety framework.
What to do next
- Review updated Schedule 20 MRLs for applicable agricultural chemicals
- Update quality assurance documentation to reflect new residue limits
- Ensure supplier compliance with revised maximum residue levels
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Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code — Schedule 20 — Maximum residue limits Variation Instrument No. APVMA 2, 2026
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- Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
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- Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 Latest version F2026L00420 07 April 2026
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