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Additive

Composition, chemical formula, description, analytical method

Species or category of animal

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Maximum content

Other provisions

End of period of authorisation

Units of activity/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %

Category of zootechnical additives. Functional group: digestibility enhancers

4a37

►M1  Genencor International B.V. ◄

6-phytase (EC 3.1.3.26)

Additive composition

Preparation of 6-phytase produced by Trichoderma reesei CBS 146250 with a minimum enzyme activity of: 30,000 FTU (1)/g

Liquid or solid form

Characterisation of the active substance

6-phytase (EC 3.1.3.26) produced by Trichoderma reesei CBS 146250

Analytical method (2)

For the quantification of phytase activity in the feed additive: colorimetric method based on the enzymatic reaction of phytase on phytate – VDLUFA 27.1.4.

For the quantification of phytase activity in premixtures: colorimetric method based on the enzymatic reaction of phytase on phytate – VDLUFA 27.1.3.

For the quantification of phytase activity in compound feeds: colorimetric method based on the enzymatic reaction of phytase on phytate – EN ISO 30024

All poultry except poultry for laying

All pigs

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500 FTU

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1.  In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage conditions and stability to heat treatment shall be indicated.

2.  For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks resulting from their use. Where those risks cannot be eliminated by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal breathing, eye and skin protective equipment.

6 July 2033

All poultry for laying

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300 FTU

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