China: China Notifies Maximum Residue Limits for Pesticides in Foods to the WTO

On December 9, 2025, China submitted a notification to the WTO under reference number G/SPS/N/CHN/1355, announcing the National Food Safety Standard for Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) of Pesticides. The standard proposes 209 new MRLs covering 93 pesticides across various food categories. The proposed date of entry into force has not been announced. Comments may be submitted to China's SPS National Notification and Enquiry Center at [email protected] until February 7, 2026. This report provides an unofficial translation of the draft standard.