Pesticide residue

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008697",
  "term": "Pesticide residue",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The small amount of pesticide or its breakdown products that remains on or in food, feed, or environmental matrices after application. These residues can persist for varying durations depending on the chemical properties of the pesticide and environmental conditions. Regulatory bodies establish maximum residue limits (MRLs) to protect consumer health.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "pesticide"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1993, 65, 2003. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2081 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365092003)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pesticide-residue/"
}