Incident File · 2010-02-24
Hainan cowpea pesticide residue incident
In 2010, cowpeas grown in Hainan were found with highly toxic pesticide residues in markets outside the province, prompting inspections.
Incident Severity
★★☆☆☆
The case involved cross-province produce and toxic pesticide residues, but no confirmed casualties, so it is rated 2 stars.
Verified by two or more sources
Key Facts
- Jurisdiction
- China
- Category
- Pesticide residue
- Affected
- 500
- Deaths
- 0
- Injured/Ill
- 0
- Duration Days
- 14
- Sources
- 2
Reports said Hainan-grown cowpeas sold in Hubei, Anhui, and other markets tested positive for highly toxic pesticide residues. Agricultural authorities ordered stronger monitoring of vegetable production and circulation.
Companies and Brands
Direct company
Parent or controller
Brand or licensor
Legal or Regulatory Basis
Agricultural authorities ordered safety monitoring after highly toxic pesticide residues were detected in Hainan-grown cowpeas sold in other provinces.
Sources
- Hainan toxic cowpeas concern spreads, China Daily, 2010-02-27
- Hainan orders strict check to cow peas following toxic scandal, China Daily, 2010-02-28