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Some 96% of samples from the "Dirty Dozen" list contained detectable pesticide residues, with PFAS pesticides appearing on 63% of these samples.

A total of 203 different pesticides were detected across the surveyed crops. apr019CLP_274834074.jpg

While domestic, particularly California-grown, produce generally meets low-level residue standards, studies indicate that imported produce carries a higher risk of containing illegal pesticide residue levels, particularly from countries like Ecuador and Guatemala. Safety and Regulatory Context Some 96% of samples from the "Dirty Dozen"