FDA implements OJ carbendazim measures
In 2012, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took the decision to block entry to any shipment of orange juice or concentrate containing unapproved fungicide carbendazim.
The FDA decision followed concerns from Minute Maid manufacturer Coca-Cola after it found levels of the banned substance in its own marketed product, its competitors and in samples yet to reach the market.
The measures were met with dismay from Brazilian orange juice product exporters and import law specialist FDAImports.com.
A total of 107 shipments have been tested for the fungicide, of which 27 were detained or refused entry to the US.
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