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OMRI
MEXICO
Standards Manual
STANDARDS FOR THE REVIEW OF PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR USE IN
MEXICO CERTIFIED ORGANIC PRODUCTION OR PROCESSING
Includes the OMRI Mexico Permitted Substance Categories
Crop • Livestock • Processing & Handling
published 2022
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OMRI Mexico Standards Manual
Contents
TABLE OF
OMRI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. OMRI Mexico Standards Manual

OMRI’s mission is to support the growth and trust of the global organic community
through expert, independent and transparent verification of input materials, Part 1: About the OMRI Standards for Compliance with
and through education and technical assistance. the Mexico Organic Products Law. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Part 2: General Review Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.1 Nonsynthetic (natural) versus synthetic. . . . . . . . . . . 2
OMRI Quality Policy 2.2 Information requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
OMRI provides professional, independent, and transparent review of Part 3: Prohibited Substances, Materials or Methods in Organic
materials and processes to determine their suitability for producing, Production, Preparation and/or Processing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
processing, and handling organic food and fiber. The OMRI Review Program 3.1 Substances and Ingredients not on the National List . . . . . 3
is committed to maintaining a timely, courteous, accurate, transparent, and 3.2 Biological Products for Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
consistent approach throughout the program and on a day-to-day basis. 3.3 Irradiation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.4 Sewage Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.5 Genetic Engineering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.6 Nanotechnology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3.7 Other Prohibited Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Part 4: Additional OMRI Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4.1 Additional Standards for Crop Fertilizers
and Soil Amendments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4.2 Additional Standards for Pest, Weed,
and Disease Control Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Part 5: Introduction to OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances Categories. . . 4
5.1 How to Use the OMRI Mexico Permitted
Substances Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5.2 Regulatory Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances Categories

Crop Production Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Livestock Production Categories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Processing & Handling Production Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
OMRI Mexico Standards Manual Glossary. . . . . . . 40
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Part 1: About the OMRI Standards for

Compliance with the Mexico Organic Products
Law
The OMRI Mexico Standards Manual© outlines specific cri- Manual©, on the OMRI website, and in OMRI’s application
teria used along with the organic standards in Mexico to evalu- materials. OMRI also maintains an Administrative Procedures
ate products for listing in the OMRI Mexico Products List©. This Manual that describes review procedures in greater detail.
manual is designed to give applicants and registrants to the The implementation and monitoring of the LPO is the re-
OMRI Mexico Review Program the information necessary to sponsibility of the Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Devel-
know whether a product would be compliant if it were submit- opment (SADER) through the National Service for Animal
ted as an application to OMRI. and Plant Health, Food Safety and Quality (SENASICA). In
The Mexico Organic Products Law, including the legislative turn, SENASICA approves organic certification bodies who
documents derived from it, will be referred to by the Spanish are responsible for verifying the application of the LPO.
acronym, LPO (Ley de Productos Orgánicos). The OMRI OMRI’s standards and policies are updated as necessary to
Mexico Standards Manual is based on the following legislative reflect changes to applicable federal laws or regulations. Please
documents, which are part of the LPO regulatory framework refer to OMRI.org for the most current information.
for organic production in Mexico: Please note that OMRI listing is not a substitute for legally
• Organic Products Law required registration by the Federal Commission for the Pro-
• Regulation of the Organic Products Law (Regulation) tection against Sanitary Risk (COFEPRIS) or other regulatory
• Guidelines for the Organic Operation of the Agricultural agencies. All products sold in Mexico must be registered with
and Livestock Activities (Guidelines) COFEPRIS as applicable.
In addition to these documents, further requirements of

the OMRI Review Program are described in the OMRI Policy
Part 2: General Review Standards

2.1 Nonsynthetic (natural) versus A. Physical processes, such as precipitation or a thermal
synthetic method;
The LPO references the use of nonsynthetic, natural and B. Mechanical processes, such as extraction with water,
synthetic materials in organic production. Specifically, these ethanol, vegetable or animal oils, vinegar, carbon diox-
terms are part of the designation, description and composition ide, nitrogen or carboxylic acids, or refinement without
requirements of certain materials on the National List (An- chemical treatment; and
nex 1) of the Guidelines. The term “nonsynthetic” is consid- C. Biological/enzymatic or microbial processes, such as
ered equivalent to the term “natural,” and raw materials from fermentation and composting, among others.
plant, animal, microbial or mineral origin can only undergo the
following processes described in Article 265 VII a)–c) of the Conversely, synthetic materials are those that have under-
Guidelines to be considered as such: gone processes that are not described above.
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2.2 Information requirements stances, materials, methods, ingredients, and inputs or their
All materials included in the National List are, as applicable, formulations that are made, manufactured, or marketed for use
subject to the information requirements described in Annex in organic operations, according to their foreseen uses, and to
2. Annex 2 contains tables with information requirements to comply with criteria established in Title VI of the Guidelines.
be submitted by interested parties for the evaluation of sub-
Part 3: Prohibited Substances, Materials or

Methods in Organic Production, Preparation
and/or Processing
In accordance with Article 276 of the Guidelines, OMRI does 3.5 Genetic Engineering
not permit products that are produced using the following pro- All materials, products and ingredients or inputs that come
hibited methods, or those containing a prohibited substance, as from or have been produced using excluded methods, or ge-
described below: netically obtained or modified organisms. The LPO defines
excluded methods as, “The methods used to genetically mod-
ify organisms or influence their growth and development by
3.1 Substances and Ingredients not on means that are not possible under natural conditions or pro-
the National List cesses and are not considered compatible with organic produc-
Nonsynthetic (natural) or synthetic substances and ingredi- tion. Such methods include but are not limited to cell fusion,
ents that are not on the National List of permitted substances. micro-encapsulation and macro-encapsulation, and recombi-
nant deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) technology, including gene
deletion, gene doubling, introducing a foreign gene, and chang-
3.2 Biological Products for Livestock ing the positions of genes when achieved by recombinant DNA
Biological products for livestock are prohibited, except vac- technology. Also known as genetically obtained or modified or-
cines as long as they have been evaluated by the correspond- ganisms. Such methods exclude the use of traditional breeding,
ing animal health authority. The National List allows the use of conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro fertilization,
certain biological products in livestock feed where the need is or tissue culture.”
recognized by either the Secretariat, an approved organic certi-
fication body, or a body acknowledged by the Secretariat.
3.6 Nanotechnology
All materials, products, and ingredients or inputs that come
3.3 Irradiation from or have been produced using nanotechnology. The use of
Irradiation derived from ionizing energy from radioactive manufactured nanoparticles or nanostructures is prohibited.
materials or accelerated electrons. Naturally occurring nano-sized particles, such as those present
in biodynamic traditional practices, are permitted.
3.4 Sewage Water

Sewage water from domestic, urban, industrial and/or con- 3.7 Other Prohibited Substances
ventional agriculture piping, including solid, semi-solid, bio- Other substances as specified by the Group of Experts from
solid or liquid wastes generated by wastewater treatment. the National Council of Organic Production.

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Part 4: Additional OMRI Standards

In addition to the LPO, OMRI reviews products to addition- Where the National List prohibits chemical and microbial
al standards, summarized below. Further details are identified contaminants or where other risks have been identified, OMRI
on OMRI’s website at OMRI.org and in OMRI’s application has chosen to focus on salmonella and fecal coliform as patho-
materials. These additional standards include OMRI’s interpre- genic indicators, and has identified arsenic, cadmium and lead
tation of the LPO to ensure product compliance. as top-priority heavy metal contaminants. OMRI’s pathogen
and heavy metal standards are outlined at OMRI.org. Products
that test above the established thresholds are prohibited.
4.1 Additional Standards for Crop For the purpose of assessing whether manure is obtained
Fertilizers and Soil Amendments from an “extensive” livestock operation, OMRI requires that
The National List allows some materials to be produced us- the animal density in a livestock operation be consistent with
ing specific synthetic substances as extractants. Annex 2, Table what is described in Table 8 of the National List. OMRI consid-
3 requires that synthetic extractants are not used in quantities ers livestock operations with animal stocking rates that exceed
greater than the amount necessary for extraction or stabiliza- those indicated in Table 8 to be “intensive.”
tion. OMRI has developed thresholds for synthetic extract-
ants, and products that exceed these thresholds may be forti-
fied with plant nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorous, and/ 4.2 Additional Standards for Pest,
or potassium, and are not eligible for listing. Weed, and Disease Control Products
Annex 2, Table 3 also requires that a lab analysis be presented All active and inert ingredients in pest, weed, and disease
to verify that nutrient content coincides with nutrient claims control products must be reviewed and meet OMRI standards.
on fertilizer and soil amendment product labels. OMRI will A complete list of inert ingredients must be disclosed for re-
follow AAPFCO investigational allowances to establish toler- view. OMRI will not accept an application as complete that
ance limits. Nutrient claims outside the tolerance limits are not simply lists “inert ingredients” as a component.
eligible for listing.
Part 5: Introduction to OMRI Mexico Permitted

Substances Categories
The OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances Categories include synthetic (natural) and synthetic forms of a permitted sub-
an explanation of the permitted uses, standards of identity, and stance. In such cases, the categories will indicate either “non-
regulatory references for many substances that may be used in synthetic” or “synthetic” as applicable.
organic production under the LPO regulations. These descrip- The OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances Categories are di-
tions are provided to assist applicants in choosing the appropri- vided into three sections: Crop Production Categories, Live-
ate categories for potential listing in the OMRI Mexico Prod- stock Production Categories, and Processing and Handling
ucts List. The OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances Categories Categories. Categories included in each section are sorted
conform to the LPO regulations, and are based on the National alphabetically and designated with a two-letter OMRI class
List of permitted substances (Annex 1). code and an OMRI status that indicates whether they are Al-
In some cases, the National List distinguishes between non- lowed, Allowed with Restrictions, or Prohibited under the

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LPO. OMRI’s Allowed with Restrictions status indicates use product for use as a fertilizer should search within the Crops
restrictions that are required for compliant use of the material section for an appropriate category. Alternatively, those who
under the LPO. Further information on status is given at the produce animal health care products should search within the
beginning of the Crops, Livestock, and Processing and Han- Livestock section.
dling sections. It is also important to identify when and how the material is
Other features of the OMRI Mexico Permitted Substances permitted for use. Note the class or classes for which the prod-
Categories for Crops, Livestock, and Processing and Handling uct is permitted for use. The class is given as a two-letter code
listings include: just below the material name. A key to the OMRI class codes
• OMRI Class – groups materials into several distinct end- appears at the bottom of each even-numbered page. OMRI
use classes. OMRI also uses these class codes in the OMRI Listed® products will only be allowed for use within the speci-
Mexico Products List for easy referral to the OMRI Mexico fied OMRI class for that material entry.
Permitted Substances Categories. To stay current with LPO changes that may affect a material’s
• OMRI Annotation – details use parameters, and pro- status and/or use, applicants should regularly check the OMRI
vides additional information and LPO specifications for website at OMRI.org for standards updates.
the generic material.
• LPO Reference – cites applicable regulatory sections for
the material listing. 5.2 Regulatory Compliance
In addition to the LPO and the OMRI Standards, other na-
tional, federal, state, and local laws and regulations may apply
5.1 How to Use the OMRI Mexico to the use of materials on organic operations. OMRI makes no
Permitted Substances Categories representation that the materials listed here comply with any
Applicants to the OMRI Mexico Review Program must of these other requirements. It is the user’s responsibility to
choose a category for their product that corresponds with the determine the compliance of a particular substance with all ap-
product’s intended use. For example, those who produce a plicable laws and regulations.

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Crop, Livestock and Processing & Handling

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Crops PRODUCTION MATERIALS
Class Coding Crop Management Tools and Production Aids (CT)

Crop production materials are classified by OMRI according include inputs that do not provide a recognized plant nutrient,
to the following use classes: soil conditioning or crop pesticide function. The compliant
materials in this class can be found in Tables 1, 2 and 7 of the
CF: Crop Fertilizers and Soil Amendments
National List. Examples of crop management tools and pro-
CP: Crop Pest, Weed and Disease Control
duction aids include adjuvants, equipment cleaners and com-
CT: Crop Management Tools and Production Aids
post inoculants, without nutrient or pest-control claims.
Crop Fertilizers and Soil Amendments (CF) include sub-
stances used as fertilizers, soil amendments and soil condition- Status
ers found on Table 1 of the National List (Annex 1). Examples Crop production categories have one of the following OMRI
include compost, animal manures and micronutrients. Use of status designations:
substances in this class must comply with requirements in Sec- Allowed crop production substances include those that ap-
tion II (Soil and Water Preservation; Articles 23–34) and Sec- pear on Tables 1, 2 and 7 of the National List with no annota-
tion V (Fertilization Program, Soil and Plant Management and tion that limits their use. The OMRI “Allowed” status therefore
Nutrition; Articles 42–45). These sections require the use of indicates that these materials are not subject to use restrictions
management practices that aim to improve soil fertility and beyond the general management requirements described in
avoid water contamination. These sections also encourage the Section II (Articles 23–34), Section V (Articles 42–45) and
use of composted plant and animal materials in order to prevent Section VI (Articles 46–50).
water, crop and soil contamination. In addition, all practices in Allowed with Restrictions crop production substances in-
Section V should be observed before using substances in Table clude those that appear on Tables 1, 2 and 7 of the National List
1 of the National List. These substances must be carefully man- with annotations that limit their use. The OMRI “Allowed with
aged and their use shall be considered supplementary; as such, Restrictions” status therefore indicates that these substances
they shall not replace material or nutrient cycling. are subject to use restrictions. These restrictions are outlined
in the Guidelines and include: a) application of raw manure
Crop Pest, Weed and Disease Control (CP) include sub- (Article 44), b) use of micronutrients (Article 29), and c) spe-
stances used to control pests (disease, weed or insect). These cific restrictions detailed in the National List. Source restric-
substances are listed in Table 2 of the National List. They in- tions, such as a requirement that specific materials must not be
clude plant and animal materials, minerals, micro and macro treated with synthetic chemicals, are evaluated during OMRI’s
organisms, and traps, among others. Substances listed in Table review process, and compliant sources do not result in a sub-
2 can only be used when management practices are not enough stance being listed as “Allowed with Restrictions.”
to maintain pests and diseases below the economic threshold. Prohibited substances in crop production are those that do
These management practices are described in Section VI (In- not appear on the National List and/or are explicitly prohib-
sects, Fungi, Bacteriae, Viruses and Weed Management; Articles ited in the LPO regulations, such as sodium nitrate.
46–50) of the Guidelines and include, but are not limited to,
the use of resistant varieties and/or native species, crop rota-
tion, mechanical or physical controls, and maintaining a diver-
sified agro-ecosystem to harbor natural enemies.
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Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Anaerobically Fermented Household Plant

Class: CT and Animal Wastes Allowed
For use as an algicide or disinfectant in irrigation systems and equip- Class: CF
ment. Must be free of prohibited substances. The anaerobic fermentation
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 process must adhere to the sequential phases (initial, transition,
acid phase, methanogenic phase, and maturation). Heavy metal and
Acids Allowed pathogen limits shall not exceed the maximum values set forth in the
Class: CP Non-Synthetic Decree Amending Adding and Repealing various Provisions of the
For example: vinegar. Must be of natural origin. Regulations Regarding Registrations, Import and Export Authoriza-
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 tions and Export Certificates for Pesticides, Plant Nutrients and Toxic
or Dangerous Substances and Materials.
Adjuvants LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
See INERTS.
Animal By-products Allowed
Algae and Aquatic Plants and Their Derivatives Allowed Class: CF
Class: CF Processed animal products coming from slaughterhouses and fishing
From continental or marine bodies of water. Must be obtained using industries. Maximum concentration of chromium (VI), as measured in
permitted methods and substances. dry matter: 0 mg/kg.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Algae and Aquatic Plants and Their Derivatives Allowed Aquatic Plant Extracts Allowed
Class: CP Class: CF
From continental or marine bodies of water. Must not be chemically Must be free of prohibited substances. Extraction is limited to the use
treated. of potassium hydroxide or sodium hydroxide. The use of potassium
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 hydroxide as a solvent must not exceed the minimum required for
extraction.
Aluminum-calcium Phosphate Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Annex 2, Table 2
Class: CF
Cadmium content must be less than 90 mg/kg of P2O5. Obtained in Ash, wood Allowed
amorphous form by heat treatment and grinding, containing alumi- Class: CF
num and calcium phosphates as essential ingredients. For use in Must be free of prohibited substances. Must not be sourced from
alkaline soils (pH > 7.5). slash-and-burn.
Amino Acids Allowed With Restrictions Aspergillus Fermentation Products Allowed

Class: CT Non-Synthetic Class: CP
Must be from non-synthetic sources. Amino acids are considered LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
non-synthetic if: a) they are produced by plants, animals or microor-
ganisms; b) they are extracted or isolated using hydrolysis or other Bacillus thuringiensis
non-chemical means (e.g. physical extraction). May be used as plant See MICROORGANISMS.
growth regulators or as chelating agents.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Bacteria
See MICROORGANISMS.
Basic Slag Allowed

Class: CF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1

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Bat Guano Allowed Calcareous Sand

Class: CF See CALCIUM CARBONATE.
Bat manure from accumulations occurring in the Pliocene and Pleis-
tocene, rich in nutrients and microbial flora; rich in organo-mineral Calcium Carbonate Allowed
chelates. Excessive and prolonged unprotected exposure may cause Class: CF Non-Synthetic
histoplasmosis. Must be fossilized. For example: chalk, marl, ground limestone, calcareous sand, phos-
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 phate chalk. Must be of natural origin.
Beeswax Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CT Calcium Chloride Allowed
For use in the production of specialty fungi as covers for mycelium Class: CF
sites and trunks to prevent humidity loss. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 158
Carbon Dioxide Allowed
Bentonite Class: CP
See CLAY. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
Bentonite Casein Allowed

See SILICATES, CLAY. Class: CP
Biological Organisms Allowed
Class: CF, CT Non-Synthetic Chalk
For example: nitrogen-fixing and phosphorous-solubilizing microor- See CALCIUM CARBONATE.
ganisms. Must be of natural origin.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Cheese Wax Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CT
Boron Allowed With Restrictions For use in the production of specialty fungi as covers for mycelium
Class: CF sites and trunks to prevent humidity loss.
Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 158
allowed. For use when there is a boron deficiency in the plant or soil.
Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant. Chlorinated Plastics and PVC Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29 Class: CT
For use in irrigation water pipes as long as they are not exposed to
Burgundy Mixture direct sunlight or other heat sources when they contain liquids. This
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. situation shall be communicated in the Organic Plan.
By-products of Food and Textile Industries Allowed
Class: CF, CT Chlorine Allowed With Restrictions
All residues from organic agriculture, livestock and agroindustry, Class: CF
as well as from traditional agriculture are permitted. Must not be Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not
treated with synthetic additives. allowed. For use when there is a chlorine deficiency in the plant or
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 soil. Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29
By-products of Organic Ingredients Allowed
Class: CF Chlorine Materials Allowed With Restrictions
From organic sources. By-products of industries that make ingredi- Class: CT
ents that come from organic agriculture. Calcium hypochlorite, chlorine dioxide and sodium hypochlorite are
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 permitted. For cleaning and disinfection of irrigation equipment.
Residual levels of chlorine in water shall not exceed the maximum
Cachaza limit of disinfectant residues under Amendment to the Official
See COMPOSTED BY-PRODUCTS OF THE SUGAR INDUSTRY. Mexican Standard NOM-127-SSA1-1994 as published in the Official
Journal of the Federation on November 22, 2000.
Calcareous Magnesium Rock Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Class: CF
Must come from authorized sources. Citric Acid
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 See ASPERGILLUS FERMENTATION PRODUCTS.
Clay Allowed
Class Codes Class: CF, CT
CF: Crop Fertilizers and Soil Amendments For example: bentonite, perlite and zeolite.
CP: Crop Pest, Weed and Disease Control LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1

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Cobalt Allowed With Restrictions Composted Human Excrement Prohibited

Class: CF Class: CF
Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 20; 276
allowed. For use when there is a cobalt deficiency in the plant or soil.
Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant. Composted Manure from Intensive
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29 Conventional Sources Allowed
Class: CF
Compost from Various Sources Allowed See the definition of “Intensive livestock production” in the Glossary.
Class: CF Sources from conventional agricultural activities are permitted only
Different requirements are applicable depending on the sources if there is an absence of chemical and microbiological contaminants
of the raw materials. Composting processes shall: I. Establish a established for conventional products. Products that test above
maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen) ratio between 25:1 and 40:1, OMRI’s established thresholds for chemical and biological con-
of the materials used of animal or plant origin; II. In composting taminants are prohibited. Composting processes shall: I. Establish
using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile system, the temperature a maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen) ratio between 25:1 and
shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a minimum of three 40:1, of the materials used of animal or plant origin; II. In composting
days with turning, or III. In the case of composting using a windrow using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile system, the temperature
composting system, the temperature shall be maintained between shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a minimum of three
55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days minimum, in which at least days with turning, or III. In the case of composting using a windrow
five turnings were performed. In biointensive composting, a minimum composting system, the temperature shall be maintained between
number of turnings is not required. See also RAW MANURE FROM 55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days minimum, in which at least
ORGANIC OR EXTENSIVE SOURCES; COMPOSTED MANURE FROM five turnings were performed. In biointensive composting, a minimum
ORGANIC OR EXTENSIVE SOURCES; COMPOSTED MANURE FROM number of turnings is not required.
INTENSIVE CONVENTIONAL SOURCES; DEHYDRATED MANURE LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 43
FROM CONVENTIONAL SOURCES; COMPOSTED HOUSEHOLD PLANT
AND ANIMAL WASTES; COMPOSTED PLANT RESIDUES; COMPOS- Composted Manure from
TED BY-PRODUCTS OF THE SUGAR INDUSTRY. Organic or Extensive Sources Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 43 Class: CF
See the definitions of “Manure” and “Extensive livestock produc-
Composted By-products of the Sugar Industry Allowed tion” in the Glossary. If from non-organic sources, must be free from
Class: CF prohibited substances and be from operations whose animal density
For example: cachaza. Composting processes shall: I. Establish a complies with the requirements of Table 8 of Annex 1. Composting
maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen) ratio between 25:1 and 40:1, processes shall: I. Establish a maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen)
of the materials used of animal or plant origin; II. In composting ratio between 25:1 and 40:1, of the materials used of animal or plant
using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile system, the temperature origin; II. In composting using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile
shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a minimum of three system, the temperature shall be maintained between 55° C and
days with turning, or III. In the case of composting using a windrow 77° C for a minimum of three days with turning, or III. In the case of
composting system, the temperature shall be maintained between composting using a windrow composting system, the temperature
55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days minimum, in which at least shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days
five turnings were performed. In biointensive composting, a minimum minimum, in which at least five turnings were performed. In biointen-
number of turnings is not required. sive composting, a minimum number of turnings is not required.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 43 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 43
Composted Household Plant and Animal Wastes Allowed Composted Plant Residues Allowed
Class: CF Class: CF
Must be free of prohibited substances. Composting processes shall: Must be free of prohibited substances. Composting processes shall:
I. Establish a maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen) ratio between I. Establish a maximum initial C/N (Carbon/Nitrogen) ratio between
25:1 and 40:1, of the materials used of animal or plant origin; II. In 25:1 and 40:1, of the materials used of animal or plant origin; II. In
composting using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile system, the composting using a vessel, stack or static aerated pile system, the
temperature shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a temperature shall be maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a
minimum of three days with turning, or III. In the case of composting minimum of three days with turning, or III. In the case of compost-
using a windrow composting system, the temperature shall be main- ing using a windrow composting system, the temperature shall be
tained between 55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days minimum, in maintained between 55° C and 77° C for a period of 15 days minimum,
which at least five turnings were performed. In biointensive compost- in which at least five turnings were performed. In biointensive com-
ing, a minimum number of turnings is not required. Heavy metal and posting, a minimum number of turnings is not required.
pathogen limits shall not exceed the maximum values set forth in the LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 43
Decree Amending, Adding and Repealing various Provisions of the
Regulations Regarding Registrations, Import and Export Authoriza-
tions and Export Certificates for Pesticides, Plant Nutrients and Toxic
or Dangerous Substances and Materials.

Copper Allowed With Restrictions Fermented or Diluted Liquid Manure or Animal

Class: CF Urine from Organic or Extensive Sources Allowed
Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not Class: CF
allowed. For use when there is a copper deficiency in the plant or See the definition of “Manure” and “Extensive livestock production”
soil. Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant. in the Glossary. May only be used after a controlled fermentation
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29 process or appropriate dilution. Products from anaerobic fermenta-
tion must be innocuous. The anaerobic fermentation process must
Copper Hydroxide adhere to the sequential phases (initial, transition, acid phase,
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. methanogenic phase, and maturation).
Copper Oxychloride
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. Ferric Phosphate Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CP
Copper Salts Allowed For use as a molluscicide.
Class: CP LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
Fertilizers and Soil Amendments, Blended Allowed
Dehydrated Manure from Class: CF
Intensive Conventional Sources Prohibited Must be composed entirely of substances allowed on the National
Class: CF List as fertilizers, amendments, conditioners and inoculants.
LPO Reference: Annex 1, Table 1 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Dehydrated Manure from Organic Fertilizers and Soil Amendments,

or Extensive Sources Allowed Blended Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CF Class: CF
See the definition of “Manure” and “Extensive livestock production” Must be composed entirely of substances appearing on the National
in the Glossary. Must be free of prohibited substances. For dehydra- List as fertilizers, amendments, conditioners and inoculants. Contains
tion, all portions of the product, without causing combustion, must one or more restricted substances. Refer to specific ingredient
reach a minimum temperature of either 66° C for at least one hour, or categories for applicable use restrictions.
74° C, and be dried to a maximum moisture level of 12%. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Fresh Guano Allowed With Restrictions
Diatomaceous Earth Allowed Class: CF
Class: CP Includes both bat and bird guano. Management must not jeopardize
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 the health of collectors, processors, distributors or other agents.
Must be sustainably extracted. May only be used in the follow-
Epsom Salts Allowed ing cases: I. When applied to land used for a crop not intended for
Class: CF human consumption; II. When applied to the soil not less than 120
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 days prior to the harvest of a product whose edible portion has direct
contact with the soil surface or soil particles; or III. When applied to
Ethyl Alcohol Allowed the soil not less than 90 days prior to the harvest of a product whose
Class: CP edible portion does not have direct contact with the soil surface or
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 soil particles.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; LPO Guidelines
Ethyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions Article 44
Class: CT
For use as an algicide, disinfectant and sanitizer in irrigation systems Fungal Extract Allowed
and equipment. Class: CP
Fungi
See MICROORGANISMS.
Gelatin Allowed
Class: CP
Granulosis Virus
Class Codes See MICROORGANISMS.

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Green Manure Allowed Isopropyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions

Class: CF Class: CT
Must come from plants or seeds produced without prohibited sub- For use as an algicide, disinfectant and sanitizer in irrigation systems
stances. and equipment.
Gypsum Allowed Kainite

Class: CF See MINERAL POTASH, POTASSIUM SALTS FROM MINERAL
Must come from a mined source. EXTRACTION.
Kaolin
Herbal and Biodynamic Preparations Allowed See MINERAL POWDERS.
Class: CP
See also RAW MANURE FROM ORGANIC OR EXTENSIVE SOURCES; Lecithin Allowed
RAW MANURE FROM INTENSIVE CONVENTIONAL SOURCES. Class: CP
Homeopathic and Ayurvedic Preparations Allowed Leonardite Allowed With Restrictions

Class: CP Class: CF, CT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Must not be treated with synthetic additives. For use on seeds, for
potting and in modular composts. For other uses, as permitted by the
Humic and Fulvic Acids Allowed Secretariat, the approved organic certification body or a body recog-
Class: CF; CT Synthetic nized by the Secretariat to apply a participatory certification.
Obtained using alkaline extraction. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Limestone
Hydrogen Peroxide Allowed With Restrictions See CALCIUM CARBONATE.
Class: CT
For use as an algicide, disinfectant and sanitizer in irrigation systems Magnesium Rock Allowed
and equipment. Class: CF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Must come from authorized sources.
Hydrolyzed Protein Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CP Manganese Allowed With Restrictions
For use in traps. Class: CF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not
allowed. For use when there is a manganese deficiency in the plant
Inerts Allowed With Restrictions or soil. Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant.
Class: CT LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29
See definition of “Inert ingredient” in the Glossary. Includes
adjuvants, precursors, extractants, solvents, emulsifiers, reactants, Marigold Flower Preparations
stabilizers, and any other additive for formulation. Only substances Class: CP
included in EPA List 4A or List 4B are permitted. For use as inert See TAGETES SPP. PREPARATIONS
ingredients in combination with agents for the ecological manage-
ment of insects, fungi, viruses, bacteria and weeds, listed in Annex 1, Marine Bird Guano Allowed
Table 2. For use as inert ingredients in combination with substances Class: CF
that may be used as soil fertilizer, amendments, conditioners and Marine bird manure, coming from accumulations occurring in the
inoculants, listed in Annex 1, Table 1. Pliocene and Pleistocene; composed of ammoniac, uric, phosphoric,
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; 1 oxalic and carbonic acids, mineral salts and impurities. Must be
fossilized.
Inorganic Compounds Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Class: CP
Burgundy mixture, copper hydroxide, copper oxychloride. Marl
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 See CALCIUM CARBONATE.
Iron Allowed With Restrictions Metaldehydes Preparations Allowed With Restrictions

Class: CF Class: CP
Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not Preparations based on metaldehydes that contain repellents for
allowed. For use when there is an iron deficiency in the plant or soil. larger animal species. For use in traps.
Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2

Microorganisms Allowed Paraffin-based Covers Allowed With Restrictions

Class: CP Class: CT
Bacteria, virus and fungi. Must be food grade. For use in the production of specialty fungi as
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 covers for mycelium sites and trunks to prevent humidity loss.
Mineral Oil Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CT Parasitoids Allowed
For use in the production of specialty fungi as covers for mycelium Class: CP
sites and trunks to prevent humidity loss. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
Patentkali
Mineral Potash, potassium salts See POTASSIUM SULFATE.
from mineral extraction Allowed
Class: CF Peat Allowed With Restrictions
For example: kainite, sylvinite. Must contain less than 60% chlorine. Class: CF, CT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Must not be treated with synthetic additives. For use on seeds, for
potting and in modular composts. For other uses, as permitted by the
Mineral Powders Allowed Secretariat, the approved organic certification body or a body rec-
Class: CP ognized by the Secretariat to apply a participatory certification. For
Rock dust, silicates, kaolin. horticultural uses (vegetable cultivation, floriculture, arboriculture,
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 nursery and mobilization of vegetative material).
Mineral Powders Allowed
Class: CT Peracetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Class: CT
For cleaning and disinfection of irrigation equipment. For use as a
Molybdenum Allowed With Restrictions disinfectant of food contact surfaces, within the limits established by
Class: CF COFEPRIS.
Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
allowed. For use when there is a molybdenum deficiency in the plant
or soil. Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant. Perlite
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29 See CLAY.
Neem Preparations (Azadirachtin) Allowed Pheromone Preparations Allowed With Restrictions

Class: CP Class: CP
Must be obtained from Azadirachta indica. For use in traps.
Nematodes and Protozoa Allowed Phosphate Chalk

Class: CP See CALCIUM CARBONATE.
Phosphate Rock Allowed
Nitrogen Gas Allowed Class: CF Non-Synthetic
Class: CP Must be obtained by grinding mineral phosphates. Cadmium content
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 must be less than or equal to 90 mg/kg of P2O5. Must be of natural
origin.
Nitrogen-fixing Microorganisms LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
See BIOLOGICAL ORGANISMS.
Phosphate-solubilizing Microorganisms
Ozone Gas Allowed With Restrictions See BIOLOGICAL ORGANISMS.
Class: CT
For cleaning and disinfection of irrigation equipment. Plant and Animal Oils Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Class: CP
Paraffin Oil Allowed
Class: CP
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Plant materials and their derivatives Allowed Propolis Allowed

Class: CF; CT Non-Synthetic Class: CP
Plant materials and their derivatives are allowed in fertilizers, soil LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
amendments, conditioners and soil inoculants provided they meet
the following criteria: a) They do not come from genetically modi- Pyrethrin Preparations Allowed
fied organisms (GMOs). b) They are free of prohibited substances Class: CP Non-Synthetic
or are processed using only substances permitted on the National Must be of natural origin.
List. c) They are processed only using methods compliant with LPO LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
standards, namely, physical, mechanical and biological/enzymatic
extraction and or processing. d) In addition to the above, in the case Quassia amara Preparations Allowed
of wild-harvested plants, the collection, harvest, processing or use of Class: CP
plant materials and their derivatives must be demonstrated to have LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
no impact on human health, the environment or biodiversity.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 42 V Raw Manure from Intensive
Conventional Sources Prohibited
Plant Preparations Allowed Class: CF
Class: CP Non-Synthetic See the definition of “Intensive livestock production” in the Glossary.
If wild species are used, they must come from sustainable produc- Manure from intensive conventional agricultural activities is permit-
tion. Must be of natural origin. ted only if it is free of chemical and microbiological contaminants and
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 has undergone composting. See also COMPOST categories.
Plant-based Charcoal Allowed
Class: CF, CT Raw Manure from Organic or
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Extensive Sources Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CF
Plastics Allowed With Restrictions See the definitions of “Manure” and “Extensive livestock produc-
Class: CT tion” in the Glossary. If from non-organic sources, must be free from
Must be made from polyethylene, polypropylene and other polycar- prohibited substances and be from operations whose animal density
bonates. For use in crop production as soil covers, fibers, insect nets complies with the requirements of Table 8 of Annex 1. May only be
and anti-hailstone mesh, trays, wraps for silage, ducts and compo- used in the following cases: I. When applied to land used for a crop
nents for irrigation, and nursery grow bags. Must be removed from not intended for human consumption; II. When applied to the soil
organic plots after use and shall not be burned in order to avoid the not less than 120 days prior to the harvest of a product whose edible
production of dioxins and furans. Organic operators will seek to send portion has direct contact with the soil surface or soil particles; or III.
them to recycling sites. See also CHLORINATED PLASTICS AND PVC When applied to the soil not less than 90 days prior to the harvest of
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 51 a product whose edible portion does not have direct contact with the
soil surface or soil particles.
Plastics - fungi production Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 44
Class: CT
Must be food grade. For use as a cover in the production of fungi. Recycled Wax Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 158 Class: CT
Origin must be documented. For use in the production of specialty
Potassium Permanganate Prohibited fungi as covers for mycelium sites and trunks to prevent humidity
Class: CP loss.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 20; 276 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 158
Potassium Soap Allowed Rock Dust

Class: CP See MINERAL POWDERS.
Rock Dust Allowed
Potassium Sulfate Allowed Class: CF
Class: CF LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1
Must be obtained by physical processes and not be enriched by
means of chemical processes to increase solubility. Rotenone Preparations Prohibited
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Class: CP Non-Synthetic
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 20; 276
Predators Allowed
Class: CP Ryania speciosa Preparations Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Class: CP

Sawdust, tree bark and wood waste Allowed Sylvinite

Class: CF See MINERAL POTASH, POTASSIUM SALTS FROM MINERAL
Must be free of prohibited substances. Must not be sourced from EXTRACTION.
endangered species.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Tagetes spp. Preparations Allowed
Class: CP
Silicates LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2
See MINERAL POWDERS.
Tobacco Extract Allowed
Silicates, clay Allowed Class: CP
Bentonite.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Trace elements (micronutrients)
Class: CF
Soap Allowed With Restrictions Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not
Class: CT allowed. May only be used when there are deficiencies in the plant
For cleaning and disinfection of irrigation equipment. or soil. Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 See BORON; CHLORINE; COBALT; COPPER; IRON; MANGANESE;
MOLYBDENUM; ZINC.
Sodium Bicarbonate Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1; Article 29
Class: CP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2 Vegetable Oils Allowed With Restrictions
Class: CT
Sodium Nitrate Prohibited For cleaning and disinfection of irrigation equipment.
Class: CF LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Vermiculite Allowed
Sodium Silicate Allowed Class: CF
Vinasse and Its Extracts Allowed
Sterile Male Insects Allowed Class: CF
Class: CP Except for ammonium vinasse, vinasse and its extracts are allowed.
Straw Allowed Vinegar

Class: CF, CT See ACIDS.
Virus
Substrates from Cultivation of Edible See MICROORGANISMS.
and Medicinal Mushrooms Allowed
Class: CF Water and Steam
From organic sources. Class: CT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 OMRI does not review or list potable water sources or treatments.
Sulfur Allowed
Class: CF Worm Castings Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 1 Class: CF
Sulfur Allowed
Class: CP Zeolites
See also INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. See CLAY.
Zinc Allowed With Restrictions
Sulfurous Acid Prohibited Class: CF
Class: CT Those made from synthetic salts of nitrates or chlorides are not
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 20; 276 allowed. For use when there is a zinc deficiency in the plant or soil.
Must not be used as an herbicide, defoliant or desiccant.
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Livestock PRODUCTION MATERIALS
Class Coding 98 I, as well as natural products used for preventive or prophy-

Materials used in the feeding and care of organic livestock are lactic treatment described in Article 97 II and which conform
classified by OMRI in the following use classes: to the restrictions stated in Article 103. Livestock management
practices under LPO prohibit the use or administration of
LF: Livestock Feed Ingredients
substances intended to stimulate growth or hormone produc-
LH: Livestock Health Care
tion, or other similar substances to control reproduction or to
LP: Livestock External Parasiticides and Pesticides
induce or synchronize estrus, including antibiotics, coccidio-
LT: Livestock Management Tools and Production Aids
static agents, and any other agent with similar effect. According
Livestock Feed Ingredients (LF) include feed additives to the LPO standards, the use of medicinal products is permit-
and compliant materials that correspond to substances listed ted when preventive practices described in Article 97 are in-
in Table 6 of the National List (Annex 1). They do not encom- adequate to prevent sickness or injury, and where disease and
pass agricultural commodities either as feed or forage from health problems require treatment. In cases where treatment is
range and pasture or as formulated rations, which must be required, the use of products in Article 98 I is preferred over
grown to meet organic certification requirements. According chemically synthesized allopathic veterinary medicinal prod-
to Mexico’s regulation on Zoosanitary Specifications for Ani- ucts or antibiotics.
mal Feed (NOM-061-ZOO-1999) an additive is “Any material If products in Article 98 I should not prove, or are unlikely
with a specific use, included in feed, that favors its presenta- to be, effective in combating sickness or injury, LPO standards
tion, preservation, as well as ingestion, utilization, prophylaxis allow the use of chemically synthesized allopathic veterinary
or pigmentation in animals and their products.” Feed additives, medicinal products under the direction of a veterinarian and
including microorganisms, shall not be produced from or with subject to further restrictions. The use of chemically synthe-
the use of excluded methods, genetically modified organisms sized allopathic veterinary medicinal products or antibiotics
(GMOs), or products derived from GMOs. for preventive treatments is prohibited.
The operator of an organic livestock production facility shall
provide livestock with a feed ration balanced to meet their nu- Livestock External Parasiticides and Pesticides (LP)
tritional requirements throughout the different developmental include all pesticides that are used to manage ticks, flies, and
stages. The use of prohibited substances to enhance growth, other external parasites and pests. They include pesticides al-
boost production, or for fattening are not allowed. As a result, lowed in Article 155 for use in apiculture and meliponiculture,
the use of synthetic growth promoters, appetite stimulants for as well as pesticides used in barns, poultry houses, apiaries, and
the purpose of force-feeding, and other substances described other livestock facilities. Compliant substances for pest control
in Article 81 and 95 are prohibited. Animal slaughter by-prod- in livestock facilities are listed in Table 2 of the National List.
ucts are also prohibited, except for those mentioned in Article Other substances for control of vertebrate, invertebrate, and
141 II and whenever they are used to feed animals that are not nematode range and pasture pests are covered under Crop Pro-
herbivores, or if they are already regulated by animal health leg- duction Categories.
islation.
Livestock Management Tools and Production Aids (LT)
Livestock Health Care (LH) materials include therapeutic include substances on the National List that are used for pur-
plant extracts and homeopathic products described in Article poses other than providing nutrition or for a direct health care
effect. Production aids include equipment and facility cleaners,
Class Codes bedding, manure/odor management and other materials used
LF: Livestock Feed Ingredients on animals and in their living areas. Examples include peracetic
LH: Livestock Health Care acid used as a facility cleaner and nonsynthetic materials used
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Status Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions

Livestock production categories have one of the following Class: LF
E 260. For use as a silage preservative. May only be used when the
OMRI status designations: weather conditions do not allow adequate fermentation. May only
Allowed livestock production categories include materials be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat,
that appear on Tables 2 or 6 of the National List, or in other the approved organic certification body or a body recognized by the
relevant Articles in the LPO regulations, with no annotation Secretariat.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5; 6.1.8
that limits their use. The OMRI “Allowed” status therefore indi-
cates that these materials may be given to organic animals and/ Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
or used in their production areas and are not subject to restric- Class: LT
tions that limit their use. Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta-
tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms
Allowed with Restrictions livestock production categories not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of
include materials that appear on Tables 2 or 6 of the National livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua-
List, or in other relevant articles in the LPO standards, with an- culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
notations that limit their use. Products listed in these categories LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157
are subject to use restrictions per the LPO. These restrictions Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
include: a) requirements that specific substances be used only Class: LP Non-Synthetic
when their need has been acknowledged by SADER, an ap- Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use.
proved organic certification body, or another recognized body, May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor.
or b) other specific use restrictions detailed on the National
List. Source restrictions are evaluated in OMRI’s review pro- Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
cess and do not result in a substance being designated as “Al- Class: LP Synthetic
lowed with Restrictions.” For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo-
Prohibited substances in livestock production are those
nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred
that do not appear on the National List and/or are explicitly to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming
prohibited in the LPO regulations such as antibiotics. from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one
year shall apply to those colonies.
Acids Allowed
Class: LP Non-Synthetic
For example: vinegar. Must be of natural origin.
Algae and Aquatic Plants and Their Derivatives Allowed

Class: LP
From continental or marine bodies of water. Must not be chemically
treated.
Allopathic Tranquilizers Prohibited

Class: LH
The use of allopathic tranquillizers before and after transportation is
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Amino Acids Beeswax Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF Synthetic Class: LT Non-Organic
Synthetic amino acids are prohibited except for methionine under Must be free of prohibited substances. For use in new apiaries and
specific use conditions. See METHIONINE. Melipona apiaries or beehive boxes.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 81 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 151
Antibiotics Prohibited Bentonite Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF Synthetic Class: LF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 95 E 558. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6
Antibiotics
Class: LH Synthetic Bentonite
The use of antibiotics as a preventive treatment is prohibited. If the Class: LP
use of products in Article 98 I of the LPO Guidelines are not effective, See SILICATES, CLAY.
or are not likely to be effective, to heal a disease or injury, and the LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
administration of a treatment that prevents suffering or disorders to
animals are essential, chemically synthesized allopathic veterinary Biologics, vaccines Allowed
medicinal products or antibiotics may be used under the respon- Class: LH
sibility of a veterinarian. OMRI does not review or list chemically Vaccines that have been evaluated by the corresponding animal
synthesized allopathic veterinary medicinal products or antibiotics. health authority are allowed. The use of other biologics for livestock
Animals receiving more than three chemically synthesized allopathic health care is not permitted.
veterinary treatments or antibiotics in one year (or if their produc- LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 276
tion life cycle is less than one year and they receive more than one
treatment) such animals, their products and byproducts, shall not be Brewer’s Yeast Allowed
sold as organic and they undergo the conversion period indicated in Class: LF
the LPO Guidelines. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.2
Burgundy Mixture
Aspergillus Fermentation Products Allowed Class: LP
Class: LP See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS.
Bacillus thuringiensis Calcium Allowed

Class: LP Class: LF, LH
See MICROORGANISMS. Only the following sources are permitted: shells of aquatic animals
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 (including cuttlebone), calcium carbonate, calcium lactate and cal-
cium gluconate. Must be from raw materials of mineral origin.
Bacteria LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98; 142
Class: LP
See MICROORGANISMS. Calcium Oxide
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Class: LT
See QUICKLIME.
Bedding Allowed
Class: LT Non-Synthetic Calcium Stearate Allowed With Restrictions
Must be composed of natural materials and may only be improved Class: LF Non-Synthetic
and/or enriched with natural products included in Table 1 of Annex 1. E 470. Must be of natural origin. For use as a binding, anti-caking or
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 128 coagulating agent.
Beeswax Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LT Organic Camphor Allowed With Restrictions
For use in new beekeeping frames. For combs and comb foundations Class: LP Non-Synthetic
used in the renovation of apiaries. Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 148; 151 May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor.
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Camphor Allowed With Restrictions Citric Acid

Class: LP Synthetic Class: LP
For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of See ASPERGILLUS FERMENTATION PRODUCTS.
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo- LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred
to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming Cleaning and Disinfection Products
from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one for Teats and Milking Facilities Allowed
year shall apply to those colonies. Class: LT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Carbon Dioxide Allowed Cobalt Allowed

Class: LP Class: LF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 E3. Cobalt (II) sulfate monohydrate and/or heptahydrate, and basic
cobalt (II) carbonate monohydrate are permitted.
Casein Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1
Class: LP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Coccidiostats Prohibited
Class: LF Synthetic
Caustic Potash Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 95
Class: LT
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production Colloidal Silica Allowed With Restrictions
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation Class: LF
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. E 551b. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6
Caustic Soda Allowed With Restrictions Copper Allowed

Class: LT Class: LF
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production E4.Copper (II) oxide, copper (II) carbonate basic monohydrate, and
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation copper (II) sulfate pentahydrate are permitted.
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1
Copper Hydroxide
Cereal Flour Allowed With Restrictions Class: LP
Class: LF See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS.
For use as a technological aid for silage. May only be used when the LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, the approved organic
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat. Copper Oxychloride
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.3.1; 6.1.8 Class: LP
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS.
Chemical Repellents Prohibited LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Class: LP Synthetic
The use of synthetic chemical repellents during honey collection is Copper Salts Allowed
prohibited. Class: LP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 151 LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Citric Acid Allowed With Restrictions Diatomaceous Earth Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Class: LF
E 330. For use as a preservative. E 551c. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6
Citric Acid Allowed With Restrictions Diatomaceous Earth Allowed

Class: LT Class: LP
Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta- LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms
not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of Enzymes Allowed With Restrictions
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua- Class: LF
culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. May only be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secre-
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article Article 157 tariat, the approved organic certification body or a body recognized
by the Secretariat.

Ethyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions Fungi

Class: LT Class: LP
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production See MICROORGANISMS.
facilities. For use as an algicide, disinfectant and sanitizer, including LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
irrigation system cleaner. For cleaning and disinfection of aquacul-
ture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. Gelatin Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 Class: LP
Ethyl Alcohol Allowed
Class: LP Granulosis Virus
See MICROORGANISMS.
Eucalyptol Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Class: LP Non-Synthetic
Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use. Herbal and Biodynamic Preparations Allowed
May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor. Class: LP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Formaldehyde Prohibited Homeopathic and Ayurvedic Preparations Allowed

Class: LT Class: LP
Formic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Homeopathic Products Allowed

Class: LF Class: LH
E 236. For use as a silage preservative. May only be used when the For example: plant, animal or mineral substances.
weather conditions do not allow adequate fermentation. May only LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98
be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat,
the approved organic certification body or a body recognized by the Hydrogen Peroxide Allowed With Restrictions
Secretariat. Class: LT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5; 6.1.8 For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
Formic Acid Allowed With Restrictions units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Class: LT LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157
Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta-
tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms Hydrolyzed Protein Allowed With Restrictions
not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of Class: LP
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua- For use in traps.
culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Inerts Allowed With Restrictions
Formic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Class: LP
Class: LP Synthetic See definition of “Inert ingredient” in the Glossary. Includes
For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of adjuvants, precursors, extractants, solvents, emulsifiers, reactants,
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo- stabilizers, and any other additive for formulation. Only substances
nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred included in EPA List 4A or List 4B are permitted. For use as inert
to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming ingredients in combination with agents for the ecological manage-
from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one ment of insects, fungi, viruses, bacteria and weeds, listed in Annex 1,
year shall apply to those colonies. Table 2.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Fungal Extract Allowed Inorganic Compounds Allowed

Class: LP Class: LP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Burgundy mixture, copper hydroxide, copper oxychloride.
Iodine Allowed
Class: LF
Class Codes E2. Anhydrous calcium iodate, hexahydrate calcium iodate and
LF: Livestock Feed Ingredients sodium iodide are permitted.
LH: Livestock Health Care LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1

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Iron Allowed Lime Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF Class: LT
E1. Ferrous (II) carbonate, ferrous (II) sulfate monohydrate or ferric For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
(III) oxide are permitted. facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1 units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Isopropyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LT Magnesium Allowed
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production Class: LF, LH
facilities. For use as an algicide, disinfectant and sanitizer, including Only the following sources are permitted: magnesium oxide (anhy-
irrigation system cleaner. For cleaning and disinfection of aquacul- drous magnesium), magnesium sulfate, magnesium chloride,
ture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. magnesium carbonate and magnesium phosphate. Must be from raw
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 materials of mineral origin.
Kaolin
Class: LP Manganese Allowed
See MINERAL POWDERS. Class: LF
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 E5. Manganese (II) carbonate, manganese (II) oxide, manganic (III)
oxide, and manganese (II) sulfate monohydrate and/or tetrahydrate
Kaolin Clay Allowed With Restrictions are permitted.
Class: LF LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1
E 559. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6 Marigold Flower Preparations
Class: LP
Lactic Acid Allowed With Restrictions See TAGETES SPP PREPARATIONS.
Class: LF LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
E 270. For use as a silage preservative. May only be used when the
weather conditions do not allow adequate fermentation. May only Menthol Allowed With Restrictions
be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, Class: LP Non-Synthetic
the approved organic certification body or a body recognized by the Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use.
Secretariat. May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5; 6.1.8 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155
Lactic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Menthol Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LT Class: LP Synthetic
Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta- For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of
tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo-
not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua- to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming
culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 year shall apply to those colonies.
Lactic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LP Non-Synthetic Metaldehydes Preparations Allowed With Restrictions
Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use. Class: LP
May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor. Preparations based on metaldehydes that contain repellents for
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 larger animal species. For use in traps.
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Lactic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LP Synthetic Methionine Allowed With Restrictions
For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of Class: LF Synthetic
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo- For use in organic poultry production. Its use is limited to the follow-
nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred ing maximum levels per ton of feed: laying hens and broiler chickens
to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming shall have no more than 2 pounds per ton of feed; turkeys and all
from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one other poultry shall have no more than 3 pounds per ton of feed.
year shall apply to those colonies. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 81
Lecithin Allowed
Class: LP

Methyltestosterone Allowed With Restrictions Neem Preparations (Azadirachtin) Allowed

Class: LT Class: LP
For Tilapia sex reversal, provided that: a) analysis confirms that the Must be obtained from Azadirachta indica.
hormone has been totally eliminated from fish tissue prior to sale; b) LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
the dose, route of administration, frequency and duration of the treat-
ment is adjusted according to the applicable regulatory standard; Nematodes and Protozoa Allowed
c) appropriate protection measures are taken in order to avoid risks Class: LP
to both the technician and the environment. Staff shall be trained LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
to apply this hormone and shall use personal protective equipment;
d) the appropriate handling of residues from this treatment shall be Nitric Acid Allowed With Restrictions
retained for at least 48 hours before its disposal. Class: LT
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 157 For cleaning dairy equipment.
Microorganisms Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Nitrogen Gas Allowed
May only be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secre- Class: LP
tariat, the approved organic certification body or a body recognized LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
by the Secretariat.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.4 Non-organic Agricultural
Ingredients Allowed With Restrictions
Microorganisms Allowed Class: LF
Class: LP From non-organic sources. Non-organically produced raw material
Bacteria, virus and fungi. of plant or animal origin for animal feed included in Article 140 and
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 141 may be used provided that these same products do not exist
under the organic system in the country and must be recorded in
Milk of Lime Allowed With Restrictions an operation’s internal records. This situation shall be verified or
Class: LT inspected by the Secretariat, the approved organic certification body
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production or the body acknowledged by the Secretariat to apply a participatory
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation certification.
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 93
Oxalic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
Mineral Powders Allowed Class: LT
Class: LP Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta-
Rock dust, silicates, kaolin. tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua-
Molasses Allowed With Restrictions culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Class: LF LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157
For use as a technological aid for silage. May only be used when the
necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, the approved organic Oxalic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat. Class: LP Synthetic
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.3.1; 6.1.8 For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo-
Molybdenum Allowed nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred
Class: LF to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming
E7. Ammonium molybdate and sodium molybdate are permitted. from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1 year shall apply to those colonies.
Natural Mixtures of Stearites
and Chlorite Allowed With Restrictions Ozone Gas Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Class: LT
E 560. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6 facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. For use only in aquaculture
cultivation units for the reproduction of fries and juveniles.
Class Codes
LF: Livestock Feed Ingredients Paraffin Oil Allowed
LH: Livestock Health Care Class: LP
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Parasitoids Allowed Potassium Allowed

Class: LP Class: LF, LH
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Only potassium chloride is permitted. Must be from raw materials of
mineral origin.
Peracetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98; 142
Class: LT
Must be of natural origin and/or produced by microbial fermenta- Potassium and Sodium Soap Allowed With Restrictions
tion of carbohydrates and lactic substances using microorganisms Class: LT
not genetically modified. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua- facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Perlite Allowed With Restrictions Potassium Soap Allowed

Class: LF Class: LP
E 599. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Predators Allowed
Pheromone Preparations Allowed With Restrictions Class: LP
Class: LP LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
For use in traps.
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Products for Beehives Allowed
Class: LT Non-Synthetic
Phosphoric Acid Allowed With Restrictions For example: propolis, wax and plant oils. Must be of natural origin.
Class: LT LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 151
For cleaning dairy equipment.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Propionic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF
Phosphorus Allowed E 280. For use as a silage preservative. May only be used when the
Class: LF, LH weather conditions do not allow adequate fermentation. May only
Only the following sources are permitted: defluorinated dicalcium be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat,
phosphate, defluorinated monocalcium phosphate, monosodium the approved organic certification body or a body recognized by the
phosphate, calcium-magnesium phosphate and calcium-sodium Secretariat.
phosphate. Must be from raw materials of mineral origin. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5; 6.1.8
Propolis Allowed
Phytotherapeutic Extract Products Allowed Class: LP
Class: LH LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Pyrethrin Preparations Allowed
Plant and Animal Oils Allowed Class: LP Non-Synthetic
Class: LP Must be of natural origin.
Plant Essences Allowed Quassia amara Preparations Allowed

Class: LH Class: LP
Plant Essences Allowed With Restrictions Quicklime Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LT Non-Synthetic Class: LT
Must be of natural origin. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aqua- facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
culture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages. units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Plant Preparations Allowed Rock Dust

Class: LP Non-Synthetic Class: LP
If wild species are used, they must come from sustainable produc- See MINERAL POWDERS.
tion. Must be of natural origin. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123

Rock Salt Allowed With Restrictions Sodium Allowed

Class: LF Class: LF, LH
For use as a technological aid for silage. May only be used when the Only the following sources are permitted: unrefined sea salt, coarse
necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, the approved organic rock salt, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate and
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat. sodium chloride. Must be from raw materials of mineral origin.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.3.1; 6.1.8 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98; 142
Ryania speciosa Preparations Allowed Sodium Bicarbonate Allowed

Class: LP Class: LP
Sea Salt Allowed With Restrictions Sodium Carbonate Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Class: LT
For use as a technological aid for silage. May only be used when the For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, the approved organic facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat. units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.3.1; 6.1.8 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157
Selenium Allowed Sodium Hypochlorite Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF Class: LT
E8. Sodium selenate and sodium selenite are permitted. For example: as liquid bleach. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfec-
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.1 tion of livestock production facilities. For cleaning and disinfection
of aquaculture cultivation units, including ponds, tanks and cages.
Sepiolite Allowed With Restrictions Residual levels of chlorine in water shall not exceed the maximum
Class: LF limit of disinfectant residues under Amendment to the Official
E 562. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent. Mexican Standard NOM-127-SSA1-1994 as published in the Official
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.6 Journal of the Federation on November 22, 2000.
Silage Additives Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Sodium Silicate Allowed
May only be used when the necessity is acknowledged by the Secre- Class: LP
tariat, the approved organic certification body or a body recognized LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
by the Secretariat.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.8 Sorbic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF
Silicates E 200. For use as a preservative.
Class: LP LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.5
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Sterile Male Insects Allowed
Class: LP
Silicates, clay Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Class: LP
Bentonite. Sugar Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 Class: LF
Soap Allowed With Restrictions necessity is acknowledged by the Secretariat, the approved organic
Class: LT certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.3.1; 6.1.8
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. Sugar Beet Pulp Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 Class: LF
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
Sulfur Allowed
Class Codes Class: LF, LH
LF: Livestock Feed Ingredients Only sodium sulfate is permitted. Must be from raw materials of
LH: Livestock Health Care mineral origin.
LP: Livestock External Parasiticides and Pesticides LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98; 142

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Sulfur Allowed Vinegar

Class: LP Class: LP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 See ACIDS.
Tagetes spp. Preparations Allowed
Class: LP Virus
See MICROORGANISMS.
Teat Sealant Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123
Class: LH Non-Synthetic
Natural products intended to prevent a disease or ailment. In order Vitamin A Allowed With Restrictions
to control and prevent diseases, the application of appropriate Class: LF Synthetic
zoo-technical practices adjusted to the needs of each species Synthetic vitamins must be identical to natural vitamins. For use in
and which favor the resistance to disease shall be observed. See ruminant production. May only be used for a period of time when
HOMEOPATHIC PRODUCTS; PLANT ESSENCES; PHYTOTHERAPEU- strictly necessary. Producers must include in their internal records
TIC EXTRACT PRODUCTS. evidence that proves that the use of synthetic vitamins is, or was,
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 97 II; 103 indispensable for the health and well-being of the animals, which
shall be verified or inspected by the Secretariat, the approved
Thymol Allowed With Restrictions organic certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
Class: LP Non-Synthetic LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.2
Must be of natural origin. For apiculture and meliponiculture use.
May only be used in cases of infestation with Varroa destructor. Vitamin B Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 Class: LF Synthetic
Synthetic vitamins must be identical to natural vitamins. For use in
Thymol Allowed With Restrictions ruminant production. May only be used for a period of time when
Class: LP Synthetic strictly necessary. Producers must include in their internal records
For apiculture and meliponiculture use. May only be used in cases of evidence that proves that the use of synthetic vitamins is, or was,
infestation with Varroa destructor. May only be used when bee colo- indispensable for the health and well-being of the animals, which
nies become sick or infected. Treated colonies shall be transferred shall be verified or inspected by the Secretariat, the approved
to isolation apiaries, and all wax shall be replaced with wax coming organic certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
from organic apiculture. Subsequently, a conversion period of one LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.2
year shall apply to those colonies.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 155 Vitamin E Allowed With Restrictions
Class: LF Synthetic
Tobacco Extract Allowed Synthetic vitamins must be identical to natural vitamins. For use in
Class: LP ruminant production. May only be used for a period of time when
LPO Guidelines: Annex 1, Table 2; Article 123 strictly necessary. Producers must include in their internal records
evidence that proves that the use of synthetic vitamins is, or was,
Tocopherol-rich Extracts Allowed With Restrictions indispensable for the health and well-being of the animals, which
Class: LF Non-Synthetic shall be verified or inspected by the Secretariat, the approved
E 306. Must be of natural origin. For use as an antioxidant. organic certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.7 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.2
Trace Elements Allowed Vitamins Allowed

Class: LH Class: LF Non-Synthetic
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 98 Vitamins, provitamins, and substances with analogous effects. Must
be derived from raw materials that are naturally present in animal
Vegetable Oils Allowed With Restrictions feed.
Class: LT LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.2
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of livestock production
facilities. For cleaning and disinfection of aquaculture cultivation Vitamins Allowed With Restrictions
units, including ponds, tanks and cages. Class: LF Synthetic
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7; Article 157 Vitamins, provitamins, and substances with analogous effects. Syn-
thetic vitamins must be identical to natural vitamins. Preference shall
Vermiculite Allowed With Restrictions be given to nonsynthetic alternatives. For use in monogastric animal
Class: LF production.
E 561. For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 6.1.2

Water and Steam Allowed

Class: LT
OMRI does not review or list potable water sources or treatments.
Whey Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF
certification body or a body recognized by the Secretariat.
Zeolites Allowed With Restrictions

Class: LF
For use as a binding, anti-caking or coagulating agent.
Zinc Allowed
Class: LF
E6. Zinc carbonate, zinc oxide, and zinc sulfate monohydrate and/or
heptahydrate are permitted.
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Processing AND HANDLING PRODUCTION MATERIALS
Class Coding tions that limit their use are Allowed, while substances with
Processing and handling materials are classified by OMRI ac- an annotation limiting their use are Allowed with Restrictions.
cording to the following use classes: Other sanitizers, cleaners and disinfectants not on Table 7 may
be used on food contact surfaces according to Article 168, only
PI: Processing Ingredients and Aids
if no prohibited residues remain. OMRI does not review or list
PP: Processing Pest Controls
cleaners, disinfectants and/or sanitizers which may be permit-
PS Processing Sanitizers and Cleaners
ted under Article 168.
PC: Processing Packaging and Containers
Processing Ingredients and Aids (PI) include materials used Processing Packaging and Containers (PC) are used to
as ingredients or processing aids in organic products. Compli- transport, store, and contain organic food. These are food con-
ant materials are listed in Tables 3, 4 and 5 of the National List tact materials that are used to make bags, bins, cans and other
(Annex 1), or are organically produced agricultural commodi- containers, or to control ripening when placed inside product
ties. Processing ingredients listed in Table 3 are Allowed when packaging. Allowed packaging materials must be food grade and
there is no annotation limiting their use, and are Allowed with may not contain prohibited materials that would compromise
Restrictions when there is an annotation limiting their use. Pro- the organic integrity of the certified organic product. Packaging
cessing aids are listed in Table 4 and are Allowed with Restric- containers should preferably minimize adverse effects in the
tions to limit their use in accordance with the definition of “pro- environment and be manufactured from renewable and biode-
cessing aids” as found in the glossary. Further restrictions may gradable materials or be recyclable.
apply to convey any additional limiting annotations in Table 4.
Non-organic ingredients in Table 5 may be used in processed Status
products that make the claim “organic,” provided that the con- Prohibited (P) substances in processing production are
tent of certified organic ingredients is a minimum of 95%, ex- those that have not been specifically Allowed or Allowed with
cluding water and salt, and that the non-organic ingredients are Restriction in their respective class descriptions.
free of prohibited substances. It is the responsibility of organic
certification bodies to ensure that any non-organic ingredients
used are not commercially available in organic form as required
in Article 204. Non-organic processing ingredients on Table 5
are listed as Allowed with Restrictions.
Processing Pest Control (PP) substances are pesticides

used in and around facilities to disinfest or prevent infestations.
Compliant PP products include environmental, mechanical,
physical and biological controls, as described in article 172 I–
II. If these pest control products are not effective, substances in
Table 2 of the National List may be used. The implementation
of practices described in article 172 I–II are required prior to
using these products.
Processing Sanitizers and Cleaners (PS) include sub-

stances on Table 7 of the National List that are used to remove
dirt, filth and foreign matter from products and product han-
dling operations. Substances on Table 7 that have no annota-

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Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Ammonium Carbonates Allowed

Class: PS Non-Synthetic Class: PI Non-Agricultural
Must be of natural origin. Must be food grade. For sanitation, clean- INS 503.
ing and disinfection of food contact surfaces. For post-harvest LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
handling.
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Aquatic Organisms Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI
Acids Allowed Must be authorized in the preparation of conventional food products.
Class: PP Non-Synthetic Must not be sourced from aquaculture production. May only be used
For example: vinegar. Must be of natural origin. when not commercially available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.3; Article 204
Acorns Allowed With Restrictions Arabic gum Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI Class: PI Non-Agricultural
Quercus spp. May only be used when not commercially available in INS 414. When used to process livestock and apiculture products,
organic form. may only be used as an ingredient in dairy products, fat products
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.1; Article 204 (e.g., mayonnaise) or confectionary products.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
Activated Carbon Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI Argon Allowed
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of Class: PI Non-Agricultural
organic agricultural products. INS 938.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
Agar Allowed Ascorbic Acid Allowed

Class: PI Non-Agricultural Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 406. INS 300.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
Algae Allowed With Restrictions Ash, wood Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI Class: PI Non-Agricultural
Including seaweed. Must be authorized in the preparation of con- For use as an ingredient in traditional cheese.
ventional food products. May only be used when not commercially LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.6
available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.3; Article 204 Aspergillus Fermentation Products Allowed
Class: PP
Algae and Aquatic Plants and Their Derivatives Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Class: PP
From continental or marine bodies of water. Must not be chemically Bacillus thuringiensis
treated. See MICROORGANISMS.
Bacteria
Alginic Acid Allowed See MICROORGANISMS.
Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 400. Beeswax Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 Class: PI
For use as a releasing agent.
Amino Acids Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
May only be used to the extent that the regulation of the Secretariat Beet Sugar Allowed With Restrictions
of Health makes their use obligatory in the food to which they are Class: PI
added. Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used when not
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.5 commercially available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.2; Article 204
Bentonite
See SILICATES, CLAY.
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Bentonite Allowed With Restrictions Carnauba Wax Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI Class: PI
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of For use as a releasing agent.
organic agricultural products. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
Carrageenan Allowed With Restrictions
Burgundy Mixture Class: PI Non-Agricultural
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. INS 407. When used to process livestock and apiculture products,
may only be used as an ingredient in dairy products.
Calcium Carbonate Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
INS 170. Must not be used as a colorant. When used to process Casein Allowed
livestock and apiculture products, may only be used as an ingredient Class: PP
in dairy products. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6; 4
Casein Allowed With Restrictions
Calcium Chloride Allowed With Restrictions Class: PI
Class: PI Non-Agricultural For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
When used as a processing aid, may only be used as a coagulating organic agricultural products.
agent. When used to process livestock and apiculture products, may LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
only be used as an ingredient in dairy products or meat products.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.6; 4 Casings Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI
Calcium Citrates Allowed May only be used when not commercially available in organic form.
Class: PI Non-Agricultural LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.3; Article 204
INS 333.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 Chlorine Materials Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PS
Calcium Hydroxide Allowed With Restrictions Calcium hypochlorite, chlorine dioxide and sodium hypochlorite are
Class: PI permitted. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of processing
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of plants, storage and transport equipment. Residual levels of chlorine
organic agricultural products. in water shall not exceed the maximum limit of disinfectant residues
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4 under Amendment to the Official Mexican Standard NOM-127-
SSA1-1994 as published in the Official Journal of the Federation on
Calcium Hypochlorite Allowed With Restrictions November 22, 2000.
Class: PS LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of food contact surfaces. For
post-harvest handling. Free chlorine levels in wash water in contact Citric Acid
with crops or food, and water from cleaning irrigation systems See ASPERGILLUS FERMENTATION PRODUCTS.
applied to the soil or crops, shall not exceed the maximum limits
under applicable drinking water standards. Citric Acid Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 330. When used as a processing aid, may only be used for starch
Calcium Sulfate Allowed With Restrictions hydrolysis. When used as a processing aid, may only be used for oil
Class: PI Non-Agricultural production.
INS 516. For use as an acidulant, pH regulator, anti-caking agent, LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 4
anti-foaming agent, bulking agent and carrier. When used as a pro-
cessing aid, may only be used as a coagulating agent. Citric Acid Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 4 Class: PS
Must be food grade. Must be produced through microbial fermenta-
Carbon Dioxide Allowed tion of carbohydrate and lactic substances using non-GMO micro-
Class: PP organisms. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of food contact
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 surfaces. For post-harvest handling.
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Carbon Dioxide Allowed
Class: PI Non-Agricultural Cola Nuts Allowed With Restrictions
INS 290. Class: PI
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6; 4 Cola acuminata. May only be used when not commercially available
in organic form.

Colorants Allowed Fats and Oils Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI Non-Agricultural Class: PI
Must be of plant origin. Must be obtained by physical processes. Refined or not. Must be of plant origin and exclude the following:
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 Cocoa (Theobroma cacao), Coconut (Cocos nucifera), Olive (Olea
europaea), Sunflower (Helianthus annuus), Oil palm (Elaeis guineen-
Copper Hydroxide sis), Rape (Brassica napus, rapa), Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius),
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. Sesame (Sesamum indicum) and Soy (Glycine max). Must not be
chemically modified. Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only
Copper Oxychloride be used when not commercially available in organic form.
See INORGANIC COMPOUNDS. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.1; Article 204
Copper Salts Allowed Ferric Phosphate Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PP Class: PP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 For use as a molluscicide.
Diatomaceous Earth Allowed
Class: PP Flavoring Agents Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
Must use substances and products labeled as flavoring agents or
Diatomaceous Earth Allowed With Restrictions natural flavoring preparations, as defined in the general require-
Class: PI ments for natural flavorings (CAC/GL 29-1987).
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.2
organic agricultural products.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4 Fructose Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI
Essential Fatty Acids Allowed With Restrictions Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used when not
Class: PI Non-Agricultural commercially available in organic form.
May only be used to the extent that the regulation of the Secretariat LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.2; Article 204
of Health makes their use obligatory in the food to which they are
added. Fungal Extract Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.5 Class: PP
Ethanol Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI Fungi
For use as a solvent. See MICROORGANISMS.
Galanga Allowed With Restrictions
Ethyl Alcohol Allowed Class: PI
Class: PP Alpina officinarum. May only be used when not commercially avail-
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 able in organic form.
Ethyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PS Gelatin Allowed
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of food contact surfaces. For Class: PP
post-harvest handling. Must be removed prior to organic production. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Gelatin Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
organic agricultural products. May only be used when not commer-
cially available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4; 5.3; Article 204
Glycerine or Glycerol Allowed With Restrictions

INS 422. For use in plant extracts.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
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Gooseberry Fruit Allowed With Restrictions Inorganic Compounds Allowed

Class: PI Class: PP
Ribes uva-crispa. May only be used when not commercially available Burgundy mixture, copper hydroxide, copper oxychloride.
in organic form. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Isinglass Allowed With Restrictions
Granulosis Virus Class: PI
See MICROORGANISMS. For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
Guar Gum Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
INS 412. When used to process livestock and apiculture products, Isopropyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions
may only be used as an ingredient in dairy products, canned meats Class: PS
or egg products. Must be food grade. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of food
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6 contact surfaces. For post-harvest handling. Must be removed prior
to organic production.
Hazelnut Shells Allowed With Restrictions LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Class: PI
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of Kaolin
organic agricultural products. See MINERAL POWDERS.
Kaolin Allowed With Restrictions
Herbal and Biodynamic Preparations Allowed Class: PI
Class: PP For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 organic agricultural products.
Homeopathic and Ayurvedic Preparations Allowed
Class: PP Lactic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
INS 270. When used to process livestock and apiculture products,
Horseradish Seeds Allowed With Restrictions may only be used in sausage casings (tripe).
Class: PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
Armoracia rusticana. May only be used when not commercially avail-
able in organic form. Lecithin Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.2; Article 204 Class: PP
Hydrogen Peroxide Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PS Lecithin - bleached Allowed With Restrictions
For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection of processing plants, stor- Class: PI Non-Agricultural
age and transport equipment. For use as an algicide, disinfectant INS 322. Obtained using bleaching agents or organic solvents. Not
and sanitizer, including irrigation system cleaner. For disinfection allowed in livestock and apiculture products.
of food contact surfaces provided that it is removed before organic LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
production.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Lecithin - unbleached Allowed With Restrictions
Hydrolyzed Protein Allowed With Restrictions INS 322. Not obtained using bleaching agents or organic solvents.
Class: PP When used to process livestock and apiculture products, may only
For use in traps. be used as an ingredient in dairy products, milk-based infant food
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 and fat products (e.g., mayonnaise).
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
Inerts Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PP Locust Bean Gum Allowed With Restrictions
See definition of “Inert ingredient” in the Glossary. Includes Class: PI Non-Agricultural
adjuvants, precursors, extractants, solvents, emulsifiers, reactants, INS 410. When used to process livestock and apiculture products,
stabilizers, and any other additive for formulation. Only substances may only be used as an ingredient in dairy products or meat prod-
included in EPA List 4A or List 4B are permitted. For use as inert ucts.
ingredients in combination with agents for the ecological manage- LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
ment of insects, fungi, viruses, bacteria and weeds, listed in Annex 1,
Table 2.

Magnesium Carbonates Allowed Minerals Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI Non-Agricultural Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 504. Including trace elements. May only be used to the extent that the
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 regulation of the Secretariat of Health makes their use obligatory in
the food to which they are added.
Magnesium Chloride Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.5
Class: PI
For use as a coagulating agent. Monocalcium Phosphate Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 341. For use as a raising agent in sourdough.
Malic Acid Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
INS 296. Neem Preparations (Azadirachtin) Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 Class: PP
Must be obtained from Azadirachta indica.
Marigold Flower Preparations LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Class: PP
See TAGETES SPP. PREPARATIONS Nematodes and Protozoa Allowed
Class: PP
Metaldehydes Preparations Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Class: PP
Preparations based on metaldehydes that contain repellents for Nitrogen Allowed
larger animal species. For use in traps. Class: PI Non-Agricultural
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 INS 941.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6; 4
Micronutrients Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI Non-Agricultural Nitrogen Compounds Allowed With Restrictions
May only be used to the extent that the regulation of the Secretariat Class: PI Non-Agricultural
of Health makes their use obligatory in the food to which they are May only be used to the extent that the regulation of the Secretariat
added. of Health makes their use obligatory in the food to which they are
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.5 added.
Microorganisms Allowed
Class: PP Nitrogen Gas Allowed
Bacteria, virus and fungi. Class: PP
Microorganisms and Enzyme Preparations Allowed Ovalbumin Allowed With Restrictions

Any preparation based on microorganisms and enzymes normally For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
used in food processing. Microorganisms obtained by excluded organic agricultural products.
or genetically modified methods, or enzymes derived from genetic LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
engineering, are not permitted.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.4; 4.1 Oxygen Allowed
Mineral Powders Allowed INS 948.
Class: PP LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6
Rock dust, silicates, kaolin.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Ozone Gas Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PS
For cleaning and disinfection of processing plants, storage and
transport equipment.
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Packaging Materials Allowed Perlite Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PC Class: PI
Must be food grade and shall not contain prohibited materials that For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
would compromise the organic integrity of the certified organic organic agricultural products.
product. The use of materials that in their manufacture, use and LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
disposal minimize adverse effects in the environment, or have been
manufactured with renewable, biodegradable or recyclable materi- Pheromone Preparations Allowed With Restrictions
als, is preferred. Class: PP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 177; 179; 180 For use in traps.
Paraffin Oil Allowed
Class: PP Phosphoric Acid Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Class: PS
For cleaning and disinfection of processing plants, storage and
Parasitoids Allowed transport equipment.
Class: PP LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
Plant and Animal Oils Allowed
Passion Fruit Allowed With Restrictions Class: PP
Class: PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Passiflora edulis. May only be used when not commercially available
in organic form. Plant Essences Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.1; Article 204 Class: PS Non-Synthetic
For example: citrus extracts. Must be of natural origin. For sanitation,
Pea Protein Allowed With Restrictions cleaning and disinfection of food contact surfaces. For post-harvest
Class: PI handling.
Pisum spp. Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7
when not commercially available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.4; Article 204 Plant Preparations Allowed
Class: PP Non-Synthetic
Pectin - modified Allowed With Restrictions If wild species are used, they must come from sustainable produc-
Class: PI Non-Agricultural tion. Must be of natural origin.
INS 440. Modified. Not allowed in livestock and apiculture products. LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Potable Water
Pectin - unmodified Allowed With Restrictions Class: PI
Class: PI Non-Agricultural OMRI does not review or list potable water sources or treatments.
INS 440. Unmodified. When used to process livestock and apiculture LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.3; 4
products, may only be used as an ingredient in dairy products.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 3.6 Potassium Alginate Allowed
Pepper (Peruvian) Allowed With Restrictions INS 402.
Class: PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
Schinus molle L. May only be used when not commercially available
in organic form. Potassium Carbonates Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.2; Article 204 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 501. When used as a processing aid, may only be used for drying
Peracetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions grapes.
Class: PS LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 4
CAS# 79-21-0. For use as a disinfectant of food contact surfaces,
within the limits established by COFEPRIS. Potassium Permanganate Prohibited
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Class: PP
Peracetic Acid
Class: PS Potassium Soap Allowed
For water used to wash and/or rinse products, within the limits estab- Class: PP
lished by COFEPRIS. This use is intended as a water treatment and LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
not for the disinfection of organic products. OMRI does not review or
list water treatments. Potassium Tartrate Allowed
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 336.

Predators Allowed Ryania speciosa Preparations Allowed

Class: PP Class: PP
Propolis Allowed Safflower Flowers Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PP Class: PI
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Carthamus tinctorius. May only be used when not commercially
Pyrethrin Preparations Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.2; Article 204
Must be of natural origin. Salts Allowed
Generally used in food processing.
Quassia amara Preparations Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.3
Class: PP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Sanitizers, Disinfectants
and Cleaners Allowed With Restrictions
Raspberries (dried) Allowed With Restrictions Class: PS
Class: PI OMRI does not review or list cleaners, disinfectants and/or sanitizers
Rubus idaeus. May only be used when not commercially available in that do not appear in LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7. Substances
organic form. used in cleaning and disinfection of primary and secondary surfaces
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.1; Article 204 used in the preparation or processing of finished organic products
must be removed after use to avoid contamination with prohibited
Red Currants Allowed With Restrictions substances.
Class: PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 168; Annex 1, Table 7
Ribes rubrum. May only be used when not commercially available in
organic form. Silica Gel or Colloidal Solution
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.1.1; Article 204 of Silicon Dioxide Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI
Rice Flour Allowed With Restrictions For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
Class: PI organic agricultural products.
For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4 Silicates
Rice Paper Allowed With Restrictions
Class: PI Silicates, clay Allowed
Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used when not Class: PP
commercially available in organic form. Bentonite.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.2; Article 204 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Rock Dust Silicon Dioxide Allowed With Restrictions

See MINERAL POWDERS. Class: PI Non-Agricultural
INS 551. For use as an anti-caking agent in herbs and spices.
Rotenone Preparations Prohibited LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Article 172; 276 Sodium Alginate Allowed
Rum Allowed With Restrictions INS 401.
Class: PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
Must be obtained from sugar cane juice. Not for use as an additive
or flavoring. May only be used when not commercially available in Sodium Bicarbonate Allowed
organic form. Class: PP
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.4; Article 204 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172
Sodium Carbonate Allowed With Restrictions

Class Codes INS 500. When used as a processing aid, may only be used in sugar
PI: Processing Ingredients and Aids production.
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Sodium Citrates Allowed With Restrictions Talc Allowed With Restrictions

For use as an ingredient in sausages, for egg whites pasteurization, For use as a processing aid in the manufacturing/preparation of
and in dairy products. organic agricultural products.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.6 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
Sodium Hydroxide Allowed With Restrictions Tannic Acid Allowed With Restrictions
INS 524. For surface treatment of Laugengebäck. When used as For use as a clarifying agent.
a processing aid, may only be used in sugar production and in the LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
production of rapeseed oil (Brassica spp).
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1; 4 Tartaric Acid {L (+) -} Allowed
Sodium Hypochlorite Allowed With Restrictions INS 334.
Class: PS LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
For example: liquid bleach. For sanitation, cleaning and disinfection
of food contact surfaces. For post-harvest handling. Tobacco Extract Allowed
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7 Class: PP
Sodium Silicate Allowed
Class: PP Tocopherol-rich Extract Allowed With Restrictions
INS 306. For use as an antioxidant in fats and oils.
Sodium Tartrate Allowed LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1
INS 335. Tragacanth Gum Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.1 Class: PI Non-Agricultural
For processing livestock and apiculture products.
Starch Allowed With Restrictions LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.6
Class: PI
Must not be chemically modified. Must be from rice or waxy maize. Unleavened Bread Paper Allowed With Restrictions
Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used when not Class: PI
commercially available in organic form. Not for use as an additive or flavoring. May only be used when not
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.2.2; Article 204 commercially available in organic form.
Sterile Male Insects Allowed
Class: PP Vegetable Oils Allowed With Restrictions
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Class: PI
For use as a greasing agent. For use as an anti-foaming agent. For
Sulfites Allowed With Restrictions use as a releasing agent.
Class PI LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 4
For use in winemaking, provided that the total sulfite concentration
does not exceed 100ppm. Vinegar
LPO Guidelines: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3 See ACIDS.
Sulfur Allowed Virus

Class: PP See MICROORGANISMS.
See also INORGANIC COMPOUNDS
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 Vitamins Allowed With Restrictions
Sulfur Dioxide Allowed With Restrictions May only be used to the extent that the regulation of the Secretariat
Class: PI of Health makes their use obligatory in the food to which they are
May only be used in wine labeled as “Made with…” or “Prepared added.
with…” X organic ingredients (or a similar statement). LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 3.5
Water and Steam Allowed
Tagetes spp. Preparations Allowed Class: PS
Class: PP OMRI does not review or list potable water sources or treatments.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 2; Article 172 LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 7

Watercress Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI
Nasturtium officinale. May only be used when not commercially
Whey Powder Allowed With Restrictions

Class: PI
May only be used when not commercially available in organic form.
LPO Reference: LPO Guidelines Annex 1, Table 5.3; Article 204
Xanthan Gum Allowed

INS 415.
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OMRI Mexico Standards Manual Glossary
Agricultural product – Product derived from primary or secondary Excluded methods – The methods used to genetically modify organ-
production processes based on renewable natural resources such isms or influence their growth and development by means that are
as agriculture, livestock, aquaculture, fisheries and forestry. not possible under natural conditions or processes, and are not
considered compatible with organic production. Such methods
Animal production – Animal husbandry, including insects and include but are not limited to cell fusion; micro-encapsulation and
aquatic species from freshwater, brackish water or seawater. macro-encapsulation; and recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)
Category, OMRI – Generic category of materials used in organic technology, including gene deletion, gene doubling, introducing a
crop production, food processing, or livestock production. All of the foreign gene, and changing the positions of genes when achieved by
products on the OMRI Mexico Products List have been reviewed recombinant DNA technology. Also known as genetically obtained
to ensure that they meet the standards in a particular category. For or modified organisms. Such methods exclude the use of traditional
OMRI listing under LPO, these categories are called OMRI Mexico breeding, conjugation, fermentation, hybridization, in vitro fertilization
Permitted Substances Categories. or tissue culture.
Class, OMRI – Part of the OMRI classification system that groups Extensive livestock production – Livestock production that complies
products with similar use attributes. Some examples of OMRI classes with the stocking rates allowed in Annex 1, Table 8 of the Guidelines.
are Crop Fertilizers and Soil Amendments (CF) and Livestock Feed Fertilizer – Product derived from a process managed such that
Ingredients (LF). microorganisms decompose plant and/or animal materials in the
COFEPRIS – Federal Commission for the Protection against Sanitary most appropriate way for their application to the soil or to the plant.
Risk. Included are mineral fertilizers of natural origin, excluding Chilean
nitrate products, and products composed of plant and/or animal
Compost – Fertilizer or soil conditioner obtained through a biologic, materials, animal waste, and other organic materials free from pro-
aerobic and thermophilic process, using biodegradable organic or hibited materials according to the National List.
composting materials that have an initial carbon/nitrogen (C/N) ratio
of 25 to 40 parts carbon to one part nitrogen. GMO – Genetically modified organism. See “Excluded methods.”
Conventional agricultural and livestock activity – Any agricultural Guidelines for the Organic Operation of the Agricultural and Live-
and livestock practices conducted using various technologies, sub- stock Activities (Guidelines) – In accordance with the provisions
stances and methods that are different from those regulated by the of the Organic Products Law and its Regulation, the Guidelines are
Organic Products Law and its applicable provisions. intended to regulate organic operations developed by legal entities
and individuals in the agricultural sector, as well as the procedures
Ecological pest and disease management – Includes the use of bio- for their certification and recognition. See “LPO.”
logical control agents such as parasitoids; predators; entomopatho-
gens; sterile species; antagonist organisms used to control harmful Inert ingredient – Substance that is added to a pesticide or plant
organisms; pathogenic agents such as microorganisms capable of nutrient to facilitate its management, application and effectiveness.
causing diseases to insects; preservation of entomophagous arthro- Intensive livestock production – Livestock operations with animal
pods; physical and mechanical means; use of resistant varieties; and stocking rates that exceed those indicated in Annex 1, Table 8 of the
inputs included in the National List, among others. National List.
EPA – United States Environmental Protection Agency. Irradiation (ionizing radiation) – High-energy emissions from
EPA List 4A – Inerts of minimal concern. radionucleotides capable of changing the molecular structure of
food, with the purpose of controlling microbiological contaminants,
EPA List 4B – Inert ingredients for which EPA has sufficient informa- pathogens, parasites, and pests in food.
tion to reasonably conclude that the current use pattern in pesticide
products will not adversely affect public health or the environment. Livestock – See “Animal production.”
LPO – Mexican organic standards comprised of the following

legislative documents: a) Organic Products Law; b) Regulation of the
Organic Products Law; c) Guidelines for the Organic Operation of the
Agricultural and Livestock Activities; and d) National Seal for Organic
Products.
Handling – The act of selling, processing or packing organic pro-

duce, including transport or delivery of crops, livestock, or transfer
of said livestock by the producer to the trader. This term does not
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Manure – Any excrement or urine from animal production, with or Organic Products Law – Law that, among other diverse functions, is
without bedding, that is not further processed. issued to promote and regulate the criteria and/or requirements for
the conversion, production, processing, elaboration, and certification
National Council for Organic Production – Advisory body of the Sec- of organically produced products. See “LPO.”
retariat, inclusive and representative of the interests of producers
and actors in society with regard to organic products. This Council Plant production – Terrestrial cultivated plants; includes the collec-
was created based on the provisions of Title Three of the Organic tion of plant products for human use or consumption, and aquatic
Products Law. species produced in fresh, brackish or salt water.
National List (Annex 1) – The list of substances, materials, products, Processing – The activities of cooking, baking, curing, heating, dry-
inputs, methods and ingredients referred to by their generic name; ing, mixing, grinding, churning, separating, extracting, slaughtering
classified as allowed, restricted and prohibited in the whole produc- animals, cutting, fermenting, distilling, eviscerating, decapitating,
tion chain, set forth in the national regulations and published in the preserving, dehydrating, precooling, cooling and freezing or analo-
Official Journal of the Federation by the Secretariat. gous manufacturing procedures to the above; includes packaging,
repackaging, canning, jarring, marking, or otherwise enclosing food
Natural – See definition of “Nonsynthetic.” in a container.
Non-synthetic – Also known as “Natural.” Materials derived from Processing aid – According to Mexico’s Health Secretariat, a pro-
raw materials of vegetable, animal, microbial or mineral origin, and cessing aid is a substance or material, excluding equipment, utensils
produced exclusively by the following processes: and additives, that is not consumed as a food ingredient by itself, and
• Physical, such as precipitation or thermal method;
is used intentionally in the preparation of raw materials, products or
• Mechanical, such as extraction with water, ethanol, vegetable or
their ingredients to achieve a technological purpose during treat-
animal oils, vinegar, carbon dioxide, nitrogen or carboxylic acids, ment or processing. The use of a processing aid may result in the
and refinement without chemical treatment, or presence, unintentional but unavoidable, of residues or derivatives
• Biological/enzymatic, microbial such as fermentation, composting,
in the final product. This definition can be found in the “Agreement
among others. establishing the additives and processing aids in food, beverages
Organic – Labeling term that refers to a product of agricultural activi- and food supplements, their use and sanitary provisions” (Diario
ties that comply with the Organic Products Law and the provisions Oficial de la Federación, July 16, 2012).
derived from it. The organic, ecological, and biological expressions Regulation of the Law of Organic Products – Regulates the criteria
and names with prefixes “bio” and “eco” noted on product labels are established in the Organic Products Law. See “LPO.”
considered synonymous, and are equivalent terms for purposes of
domestic and international trade. SADER – See definition of “Secretariat.”
Organic certification bodies – Entities accredited and approved to Secretariat – Secretariat of Agriculture and Rural Development
conduct organic certification activities. (SADER).
Organic certificate – Document issued by a certification body which SENASICA – National Service for Animal and Plant Health, Food
assures that the product was produced and/or processed in accor- Safety and Quality; administrative body within the Secretariat.
dance with the Organic Products Law and its regulatory provisions.
Synthetic – Materials that do not meet the definition of “nonsyn-
Organic operation – Activity or set of activities related to the produc- thetic” or “natural.” See “Non-synthetic.”
tion, preparation, processing, packaging, re-packaging, transporta-
tion, distribution, marketing, labeling, re-labeling, export and import
of organic products.
Organic product – Product obtained according to the established

systems of production and processing in accordance with the
Organic Products Law and the provisions derived from it.
Organic production – System for the production and processing of

food, animal products and by-products, plant products, or other com-
modities, with regulated use of external inputs restricting and, where
appropriate, prohibiting the use of synthetic chemical products.

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Crops PRODUCTION MATERIALS

Class Coding Crop Management Tools and Production Aids (CT)

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Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions Anaerobically Fermented Household Plant

Amino Acids Allowed With Restrictions Aspergillus Fermentation Products Allowed

Basic Slag Allowed

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Bat Guano Allowed Calcareous Sand

Bentonite Casein Allowed

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Cobalt Allowed With Restrictions Composted Human Excrement Prohibited

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Copper Allowed With Restrictions Fermented or Diluted Liquid Manure or Animal

Dehydrated Manure from Organic Fertilizers and Soil Amendments,

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Green Manure Allowed Isopropyl Alcohol Allowed With Restrictions

Gypsum Allowed Kainite

Homeopathic and Ayurvedic Preparations Allowed Leonardite Allowed With Restrictions

Iron Allowed With Restrictions Metaldehydes Preparations Allowed With Restrictions

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Microorganisms Allowed Paraffin-based Covers Allowed With Restrictions

Neem Preparations (Azadirachtin) Allowed Pheromone Preparations Allowed With Restrictions

Nematodes and Protozoa Allowed Phosphate Chalk

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Plant materials and their derivatives Allowed Propolis Allowed

Potassium Soap Allowed Rock Dust

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Sawdust, tree bark and wood waste Allowed Sylvinite

Straw Allowed Vinegar

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Livestock PRODUCTION MATERIALS

Class Coding 98 I, as well as natural products used for preventive or prophy-

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Status Acetic Acid Allowed With Restrictions

Algae and Aquatic Plants and Their Derivatives Allowed

Allopathic Tranquilizers Prohibited

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Amino Acids Beeswax Allowed With Restrictions

Antibiotics Prohibited Bentonite Allowed With Restrictions

Bacillus thuringiensis Calcium Allowed

LPO – Mexican organic standards comprised of the following