Regulation No. 1117 on residues of plant protection products in foodstuffs and feed.

This Regulation establishes the legal framework governing pesticide residues in food and feed in Norway. It is based on the Food Act and incorporates relevant EU/EEA legislation, particularly Regulation (EC) No. 396/2005, which sets maximum residue levels (MRLs) for pesticides in products of plant and animal origin. The purpose is to ensure a high level of consumer protection while also facilitating trade and harmonising standards across the internal market. The regulation applies directly through EEA incorporation, meaning that EU rules on residue limits, monitoring, and risk assessment are effectively implemented in Norwegian law.
Substantively, the regulation establishes binding maximum limits for pesticide residues in food and feed and provides mechanisms for their control and enforcement. It also incorporates EU rules on sampling methods and monitoring to ensure compliance, and refers to additional sector-specific regulations, such as those governing pesticide residues in baby food and infant formula. The framework implements a precautionary and risk-based approach, where residue levels must be kept as low as possible according to good agricultural practice, with particular attention to protecting vulnerable groups and safeguarding public health.