PETALING JAYA: An agriculture entomologist has urged consumers to be mindful of pesticide residues in imported fruits and vegetables as they could be ...
Siti Noor Hajjar said the chemicals have been linked to neurological disorders, kidney damage and certain types of cancer. – Adib Rawi Yahya/THESUN: An agriculture entomologist has urged consumers to be mindful of pesticide residues in imported fruits and vegetables as they could be harmful to health.
She said most chemical residues found in contaminated fruit due to long-term exposure to pesticides have been linked to neurological disorders, hormonal imbalances, reproductive problems, respiratory conditions, kidney and liver damage, and certain types of cancer. “In Malaysia, the listed MRL are based on information from registered pesticides. The list of pesticides and MRL for each listed commodity is subject to Schedule Sixteen of the Food Regulations 1985.”
“In some cases, pesticide residues could have side effects on children and pregnant women as exposure during pregnancy may lead to issues such as miscarriages and birth defects.”She called on authorities to conduct regular inspections and testing, particularly for imported non-processed items, such as fruits and vegetables.
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