Hi All,
I am a little bit stuck here. We deal in cold pressed canola oil. Recently in compliance to BRC V.6 on raw material specifications we carried out MRL tests on canola seeds that we press. One of the sample did not pass fully as it had higher traces of Lufenuron (0.04 aganist a recommended level of 0.02 under EU MRL levels. Codex MRL is silent on Lufenuron)
Our oil for sale both internationally (to a single client) and locally. However, the local requirements are based on Codex standards.
Upon carrying out the Finished product tests, the oil did comply to the required standards(local standards) and client standards.
I am a little bit worried by the fact that the raw material(canola seed) did not pass the MRL tests but the end product did pass the specifications.
on to my question?
1. Does BRC recommend a certian standard when ubdertaking an MRL test or is it upon the company to decide on the what they feel is the recommended level?
2. Does the fact that the finished product is safe for consumption make the MRL test results null and void?
Thanks in advance.
Audit in a weeks time.
Regards,
Waciru.