Laboratory validation of an LC-MS/MS method for simultaneous determination of carbamate residues in vegetables

Abstract

Carbamates are insecticide chemicals used to control pests in crops, home gardens, and in a domestic environment. It is used on ornamentals, lawns, fruit and vegetables, and around public buildings. It is also used in the control of insects on domestic animals. Carbamate residues that may remain on the foods destined for human consumption after application could be a major food safety risk and may have adverse impacts on the environment such as water, soil, and air, which cause an imbalance in the ecosystem (Ecobichon, 2001). Extensive research has focused on investigating carbamate toxicity. All publications have shown