evidence: But what else? Are there unwanted chemicals or natural substances that could cause an allergic reaction? According to Organic Eye, Apeel is registered as a fungicide and might possibly "unbeknownst to vegans and those with religious and other dietary restrictions, contain animal and shellfish products and other potential allergens. At least one is a carcinogen.". Part 3 of the 2019 GRAS notice suggests below-maximum amounts of grapeseed extract residues including: ethyl acetate, heptane, palladium, arsenic, lead, cadmium and mercury. Consumers are balking at the idea of adding even the smallest trace amounts of heavy metals to otherwise pure produce. [...] Is it wild to think that there could be a hidden agenda or alternative effects? Some consumers are growing concerned that Apeel coated produce is off-gassing toxic substances. They report bugs dropping dead in the general area where the produce has been stored. Are these observations due to correlation or causation? Does it matter? [...] It's not just the manufacturers of Apeel that have organic consumers concerned, it it the blurring of lines when it comes to oversight of the organic label protections. The once-independent National Organic Standards Board has become primarily comprised of Organic Trade Association lobbyists and other corporate interests who might make choices based on profit more than the health and safety. This undermines the confidence of organic consumers who rely on the organic label as a representation of natural, chemical-free food.