Shrimp with chloramphenicol

Aquaculture and the use of antibiotics in feed

The detection of chloramphenicol in internationally traded shrimp products has caused serious concern. The substance has been found in cultivated products, resulting in a deceleration of imports with consequent economic losses for the producers concerned and negative consequences for all shrimp products and aquaculture in general.

Limit the use of antibiotics in aquaculture enterprises; And to establish and enforce MRLs in aquaculture products.

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