Brief reviewed by a multidisciplinary, multi-sector team of experts. Summary of Findings

Americans consume more shrimp than any other seafood, much of which is produced on farms in other countries. Antimicrobial drugs are detected occasionally in farmed shrimp, especially in shrimp originating from outside the United States (U.S.). While importing shrimp intended for food containing any antimicrobial is illegal, incentives remain for antimicrobial use by shrimp farmers. Many antimicrobials that have been found in farmed shrimp have the potential to cause illness in humans. Increasing use of 3rd party audits, increasing funding for residue testing, and enhancing veterinary infrastructure in exporting countries may help improve current U.S. regulation of farmed shrimp