ANNEX

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Details of the analytical methods are available at the following address of the Reference Laboratory for Feed Additives: www.irmm.jrc.be/eurl-feed-additives.

Identification number of the additiveName of the holder of authorisationAdditiveComposition, chemical formula, description, analytical methodSpecies or category of animalMaximum ageMinimum contentMaximum contentOther provisionsEnd of period of authorisation
CFU/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %
Category of zootechnical additives. Functional group: gut flora stabilisers
4b1708Chr. Hansen A/S

Enterococcus faecium

(NCIMB 11181)

  • Additive composition

    Preparation of Enterococcus faecium (NCIMB 11181) containing a minimum of:

    • Solid form: 5 × 1010 CFU/g of additive;

    • Solid water soluble form: 2 × 1011 CFU/g additive.

  • Characterisation of the active substance

    Viable cells of Enterococcus faecium (NCIMB 11181).

  • Analytical method a

    Enumeration: spread plate method using Bile Esculin Azide agar (EN 15788).

    Identification: Pulsed-Field Gel Electrophoresis (PFGE)

Calves for rearing and for fattening6 months5 × 108—
1.

In the directions for use of the additive and premixture, indicate the storage conditions and stability to pelleting and in water.

2.

May be used in milk replacers for calves for rearing and for fattening.

3.

For weaned piglets up to 35 kg.

4.

Recommended minimum doses:

  • calves for rearing and for fattening: 2 × 1010 CFU/kg complete feed

  • piglets (weaned): 1 × 1010 – 2 × 1010 CFU/kg complete feed

5.

The water soluble form of the preparation may be used for weaned piglets in water for drinking with a recommended minimum dose of 1 × 1010 – 2 × 1010 CFU/L

6.

For user safety: breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves should be worn during handling.

11 September 2023
Piglets (weaned)—5 × 108—