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Pesticide & Veterinary Drug Residues AOAC 2003.06 Chloramphenicol residue analysis in honeyAOAC 2004.08 Hormone residue detection in eggsAOAC 2006.03 Quantitation of residues in dairy productsAOAC 2007.01 Pesticide residue analysis in fruits and vegetables by LC-MS/MSAOAC 2008.05 Veterinary residue analysis in milk powderAOAC 2009.01 Pesticide residues in cocoa and chocolateAOAC 2010.01 Multiresidue analysis of pesticides in baby foodAOAC 2011.23 LC-MS/MS determination of sulfonamides in meatAOAC 2014.10 Tetracycline residues in fish and shellfish by ELISAAOAC 2015.06 Detection of pesticide residues in honey and bee productsAOAC 2016.04 Veterinary drug testing in poultry productsAOAC 2016.09 Veterinary drugs in seafood samplesAOAC 2017.02 Fluoroquinolone residue detection in beefAOAC 2017.09 Pesticide residues in citrus fruitsAOAC 2018.03 Veterinary drug residues in milk by LC-MS/MSAOAC 2018.09 Detection of macrolides in pork and beefAOAC 2019.02 Detection of β-lactam antibiotics in bovine milkAOAC 2020.04 LC-MS analysis of antiparasitics in sheep meatAOAC 2020.05 Multi-class pesticide screening in tea leavesAOAC 2021.06 Veterinary residues in dried meat productsAOAC 2022.01 Carbamate detection in vegetablesAOAC 2023.02 Veterinary drug screening in animal fatCAC/MRL 01 Maximum Residue Limits of Pesticides in Food Products TestingCodex CAC/MRL 1 Establishing pesticide MRLs in cereals and grainsCodex CXG 71-2009 Guidelines on residue monitoring programsCodex GL 56 Guidelines on Good Laboratory Practice for Pesticide Residue AnalysisCodex GL 56 Guidelines on performance criteria for methods of analysis for pesticidesCodex GL 71 Sampling for determination of pesticide residuesCodex GL 81 Good laboratory practices for pesticide residue testingCodex MRL Database Reference MRLs for pesticide-veterinary crossoverEPA 1657 Determination of pesticide metabolites in cropsEPA 3052 Determination of heavy metals in fertilizers and feed via acid digestionEPA 310.1 Herbicide detection in plant-based samplesEPA 314.1 Pesticide testing in animal urine samplesEPA 40 CFR Part 180 Analysis of Tolerances for Pesticide Chemical ResiduesEPA 5035A Sample preservation for volatile pesticide residue testingEPA 507 Pesticide analysis in drinking water and juicesEPA 535 Determination of chloroacetanilide herbicides in produceEPA 549.2 Aldicarb and related pesticide testing in plant tissueEPA 551.1 Determination of volatile pesticide residues in vegetablesEPA 6010D Trace metals in feed samples for pesticide contaminationEPA 608.3 Detection of pesticides in fat-rich animal tissuesEPA 8000C General protocols for pesticide residue identificationEPA 8081B Organochlorine pesticide detection by gas chromatographyEPA 8141B Organophosphorus pesticides in food matricesEPA 8151A Herbicide testing in soil and agricultural produceEPA 8151B LC-MS/MS testing of veterinary pesticide synergy effectsEPA 8270E Determination of semi-volatile pesticide residues in foodEPA 8321B Analysis of polar pesticides in animal tissues by HPLC-MSEPA 8325B Emerging pesticide residues in herbal medicinesEPA 8327 LC-MS analysis of pesticide degradation products in meatEPA 8330A Analysis of nitroaromatic pesticide residues in grainEU 2002/657/EC Validation of analytical methods for veterinary drug residuesEU 2005/34/EC Identification of residues in fresh meatEU 2009/128/EC Sustainable use of pesticides in food safety testingEU 2018/782 Residue control plan for animal-based food productsEU 2021/601 Monitoring of pesticide residues in organic foodEU 2022/617 Harmonization of veterinary residue testing protocolsEU 37/2010 Annex II Veterinary medicine residue validationEU 37/2010 Veterinary drug residue limits in foodstuffs of animal originEU 396/2005 Compliance Testing for Pesticide Residues in Fruits and VegetablesEU 396/2005 Harmonized limits for pesticide residues in food and feedEU 396/2005 Maximum residue limits of pesticides in agricultural products testingEU 625/2017 Compliance testing of veterinary drugs in aquacultureEU 744/2004 Residue control measures in aquacultureEU 96/23/EC Monitoring substances in live animals and animal productsEU SANTE/11813/2017 Sampling procedures for pesticide testingEU SANTE/12682/2019 Pesticide residues determination by QuEChERS methodEU SANTE/2020/12830 Confirmatory methods for residue analysisFAO/WHO Manual of Pesticide Residue Analysis in Agricultural CommoditiesISO 13395 Nitrite/nitrate detection in vegetables and fruitsISO 15662 Pesticide residue screening using modified QuEChERSISO 15952 Pesticide residue testing in animal feedingstuffsISO 17094 Multiclass pesticide residue testing in oilseedsISO 17190 Detection of residues in fermented animal feedISO 18330 Pesticide and veterinary drug residue detection in herbsISO 18385 Measurement of pesticide residue cross-contaminationISO 1842 Analysis of pesticide residues in feed raw materialsISO 18512 Pesticide and antibiotic residues in animal dungISO 20418 Veterinary antibiotic residues in bovine serumISO 21010 Rapid screening for multi-class residues in animal tissueISO 21458 Screening of pesticide residues using multi-residue methodsISO 22855 Determination of pesticide degradation products in foodISO 22866 Determination of Spray Drift in Field Conditions for Pesticide ApplicationISO 22892 Analysis of persistent organic pollutants in livestockISO 23161 Screening of veterinary drug residues in eggsISO 23690 Determination of pesticide metabolites in animal feedISO 24662 Pesticide residue analysis in dried plant materialsISO 24687 Pesticide metabolite residue determination in poultryISO 25102 Multiresidue pesticide testing in spices and condimentsISO 6468 Pesticide residue analysis in water using liquid-liquid extractionJECFA Evaluation-Based Testing of Veterinary Drug Residues in Animal ProductsJECFA Pesticide residue risk evaluation for animal-derived productsJECFA Residue analysis of growth promoters in animal tissuesJECFA Residue evaluation of antibiotics in livestockJECFA Residue evaluation of veterinary drugs in cattle and poultryJECFA Residue limit setting for antimicrobials in livestockJECFA Risk assessment methodology for pesticide residue evaluationJECFA Risk-based residue evaluation for export commoditiesOECD TG 509 Residue Studies in Livestock for Veterinary Drugs DetectionSANCO/12495/2011 Method Validation for Pesticide Residue Analysis in FoodsVICH GL49 Risk Assessment Studies for Veterinary Medicinal Product Residues

Comprehensive Guide to Codex GL 90 Guideline Levels for Residues of Veterinary Drugs in Food Testing Services Provided by Eurolab

Codex GL 90 is a guideline developed by the Codex Alimentarius Commission, an international organization that sets standards for food safety and quality. The guideline establishes maximum residue limits (MRLs) for residues of veterinary drugs in food products to ensure consumer safety and protection. Eurolab, as a laboratory testing service provider, adheres to these guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Legal and Regulatory Framework

The Codex GL 90 guideline is based on the World Trade Organizations Agreement on Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS), which requires countries to establish sanitary and phytosanitary measures to protect human, animal, and plant life. The European Unions Food Safety Authority (EFSA) also relies on Codex GL 90 for establishing MRLs in the EU.

International and National Standards

The relevant international standards that govern Codex GL 90 guideline levels for residues of veterinary drugs in food testing include:

  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories

  • EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (EU implementation)

  • TSE (Turkish Standards Institution) TS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2006 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (Turkey implementation)

    • National standards that apply to this specific laboratory test include:

  • European Unions Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 on maximum residue levels of pesticides in or on foodstuffs

  • US FDAs guidelines for residues of veterinary drugs in animal-derived foods

    • Standard Development Organizations

    The Codex Alimentarius Commission, which is responsible for developing and revising Codex GL 90, consists of representatives from member countries. The European Union also plays a significant role in the development of standards related to food safety.

    Evolution of Standards

    Standards evolve and get updated based on scientific research, new technologies, and changing consumer needs. Eurolab stays up-to-date with the latest developments in standardization through continuous training and professional development programs.

    Standard Numbers and Scope

    The relevant standard numbers and their scope are:

  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories

    • Scope: Provides general requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories to ensure that they operate with consistent quality and scientific validity.

  • EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (EU implementation)

    • Scope: Identical scope as ISO/IEC 17025:2017, adapted for EU implementation.

  • TSE TS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2006 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (Turkey implementation)

    • Scope: Identical scope as ISO/IEC 17025:2017, adapted for Turkey implementation.

    Standard Compliance Requirements

    Companies must comply with these standards to ensure the accuracy and reliability of their test results. Eurolabs laboratory is accredited to these standards, ensuring that our test results meet international requirements.

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    The Codex GL 90 guideline levels for residues of veterinary drugs in food testing are essential for ensuring consumer safety and protection. These guidelines help prevent exposure to potentially hazardous substances, which can cause adverse health effects.

    Business and Technical Reasons

    Companies must conduct Codex GL 90 tests due to:

    1. Regulatory compliance: Compliance with EU regulations and international standards requires the use of Codex GL 90 guideline levels.

    2. Consumer safety: Protecting consumers from potential harm caused by residues of veterinary drugs is essential for maintaining public trust.

    3. Quality assurance: Using accurate testing methods ensures that products meet quality and safety requirements.

    4. Business reputation: Companies must demonstrate their commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

    Consequences of Not Performing This Test

    Not performing Codex GL 90 tests can lead to:

    1. Non-compliance with regulations

    2. Consumer health risks

    3. Damage to business reputation

    4. Loss of market share

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    The test for residues of veterinary drugs in food products involves several steps, including sample preparation, testing, measurement, and analysis.

    Step-by-Step Explanation

    1. Sample Preparation: Collecting representative samples from production batches or shipments.

    2. Testing Equipment and Instruments: Using validated equipment (e.g., GC/MS) to analyze the samples.

    3. Testing Environment Requirements: Maintaining specific environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, pressure).

    4. Measurement and Analysis: Measuring the presence of residues using standardized methods (e.g., gas chromatography-mass spectrometry).

    Measurement and Calibration

    Eurolabs laboratory uses validated measurement techniques to ensure accurate results. We calibrate our equipment regularly to maintain precision and reliability.

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  • ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories

  • EN ISO/IEC 17025:2005 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (EU implementation)

  • TSE TS EN ISO/IEC 17025:2006 - General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories (Turkey implementation)

    • Standard Development Organizations

    The Codex Alimentarius Commission is responsible for developing and revising Codex GL 90.

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