The JMPR evaluated 19 pesticides, estimated maximum residue levels (MRLs) in foods and estimated supervised trials median residue (STMR) and highest residue (HR) levels as a basis for estimation of the dietary exposure to residues of the pesticides reviewed.
 
The table below summarizes the MRLs recommended for nuts and dried fruits.
 

Pesticide Commodity Recommended 
MRL (mg/kg)
New Previous
Boscalid (221) Prunes, dried 5 10
Chlorothalonil (081) Cranberry 5 W
Fenazaquin (297) Tree nuts, Group of (except coconut) 0.02
Mesotrione (277) Tree nuts Group of (includes all commodities in this group) 0.01*  
Metaflumizone (236) Raisins 13  

W means that the previous recommendation is withdrawn, or withdrawal of the recommended Maximum residue level or existing Codex or draft MRL is recommended.
* means that the MRL is at or about the limit of quantification.
 
Joint FAO/WHO Meeting on Pesticide Residues Report

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