OECD Issue Paper on Microbial Contaminants Limits for Microbial Pest Control Products, Second edition

The purpose of this issue paper is to highlight current international microbial contaminant criteria on food and drinking water and to promote a dialogue among OECD member countries on the acceptable levels of microbial contamination in microbial pest control products. A compilation of methods available for screening microbial pest control products for the presence of pathogens and other micro-organism contaminants are referenced for guidance to regulatory authorities and applicants/notifiers alike.