<br/>To suppress the growth of molds and other pests on plants and fruits, they are treated with fungicides that are allowed by FDA. The level of fungicides/pesticides are determined by FDA and monitored so that they do not exceed limits. On the other hand, organically grown crops are to be treated with only fungicides labeled as natural, e.g. copper sulfate. Additionally, market and consumers demand fruits and vegetables all year round and in many instances, it means to import fruits, vegetables and their extracts from other geographic locations. Those countries may have different regulatory rules towards fungicides.  Our goal was to determine the amount and type of fungicides/pesticides used in the organic and regular foods both grown domestically and abroad. In this first study, we focused on oranges, orange juice and orange oil as well as on tea and vanilla extracts. Pesticides were measured either by a biochemical method or by LC/MS.  <br/>

Pesticide detection in organic and non-organic foods and flavors

254th National Meeting (2017)

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