Belize Agricultural Health Authority (Biological Residues) (Control) Regulations, 2001.

Regulations to make provision for the control of biological residues in animals and animal products. “Biological residue” means a residue of any drug, growth-promotor or any other therapeutic or prophylactic agent present in an animal after slaughtering or processing. authorized officers of the Belize Agricultural Health Authority may take samples for the determination of residues and substance s listed in Schedule 2. Samples shall be taken in accordance with a ante-mortem and post-mortem sampling programme established by the controlling officer. Types of samples and number shall depend upon the analytical method which shall be based on recommendations laid down in the Codex Alimentarius. Tolerance levels for biological residues shall be as prescribed in the Codex. Regulation 14 prohibits the administration of veterinary products other than administration in accordance with Regulations providing for the registration and control of veterinary products and animal feed. (21 regulations completed by 4 Schedules)