This report evaluates the toxicological risks associated with veterinary drug residues in food products. The 46th meeting of the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), held in Rome in June 1996, alongside the International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS), convened to assess the safety of various veterinary drugs. The committee focused on establishing acceptable daily intakes (ADIs) and maximum residue limits (MRLs) for these substances to protect public health. This evaluation is critical for international food trade and regulatory standards concerning animal-derived foodstuffs.

This report is a technical document produced by a joint FAO/WHO expert committee, indicating its authority and intended audience. Its focus on toxicological evaluation and regulatory limits suggests it serves as a foundational reference for food safety agencies and scientific bodies involved in setting international standards for veterinary drug residues. The publication's nature implies a rigorous, evidence-based approach to risk assessment, aimed at ensuring consumer safety.