Evaluation of Certain Veterinary Drug Residues in Food : 54th Report of the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

This report presents the conclusions of an expert committee commissioned to conduct systematic toxicological evaluations of selected veterinary drug residues that may be found in edible animal products.

These evaluations are used to determine safe levels of these residues for human consumption.

The first part of the report considers the interpretation of data on inhibition of cholinesterase activity and recommendations arising from an informal meeting on harmonization with the Joint FAO/WHO meeting on pesticide residue.

The main part of the report summarizes evaluations of toxicological data and residue data on a variety of veterinary drugs: one anthelminthic agent; four antimicrobial agents; six insecticides; and one production aid.

There is also a summary of the Committee's recommendations on these drugs, including acceptable daily intakes and maximum residue limits and further information required.