Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/243Show full title

Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/243 of 15 February 2018 concerning the authorisation of 3-hydroxybutan-2-one, pentan-2,3-dione, 3,5-dimethyl cyclopentan-1,2-dione, hexan-3,4-dione, sec-butan-3-onyl acetate, 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1,4-dione and 3-methylnona-2-,4-dione as feed additives for all animal species (Text with EEA relevance)

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Details of the analytical methods are available at the following address of the Reference Laboratory: https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/eurl/feed-additives/evaluation-reports.

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
mg of active substance/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %
Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds
2b070513-Hydroxybutan-2-one

Additive composition

3-Hydroxybutan-2-one

Characterisation of the active substance

3-Hydroxybutan-2-one

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 96 % assay

Chemical formula: C4H8O2

CAS number: 513-86-0

FLAVIS No: 07.051

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 3-hydroxybutan-2-one in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance shall be 5 mg/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b07060Pentan-2,3-dione

Additive composition

Pentan-2,3-dione

Characterisation of the active substance

Pentan-2,3-dione

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 93 % assay

Chemical formula: C5H8O2

CAS number: 600-14-6

FLAVIS No: 07.060

Method of analysis a

For the determination of pentan-2,3-dione in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance shall be 5 mg/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b070763,5-Dimethyl cyclopentan-1,2-dione

Additive composition

3,5-dimethyl cyclopentan-1,2-dione

Characterisation of the active substance

3,5-dimethyl cyclopentan-1,2-dione

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C7H10O2

CAS number: 13494-07-0

FLAVIS No: 07.076

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 3,5-dimethyl cyclopentan-1,2-dione in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance shall be 0,5 mg/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 0,5 mg/kg.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 0,5 mg/kg.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b07077Hexan-3,4-dione

Additive composition

Hexan-3,4-dione

Characterisation of the active substance

Hexan-3,4-dione

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C6H10O2

CAS number: 4437-51-8

FLAVIS No: 07.077

Method of analysis a

For the determination of hexan-3,4-dione in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance shall be 5 mg/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b09186Sec-butan-3-onyl acetate

Additive composition

Sec-butan-3-onyl acetate

Characterisation of the active substance

Sec-butan-3-onyl acetate

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C6H10O3

CAS number: 4906-24-5

FLAVIS No: 09.186

Method of analysis a

For the determination of sec-butan-3-onyl acetate in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance shall be 5 mg/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b071092,6,6-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1,4-dione

Additive composition

2,6,6-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1,4-dione

Characterisation of the active substance

2,6,6-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1,4-dione

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C9H12O2

CAS number: 1125-21-9

FLAVIS No: 07.109

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1,4-dione in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % shall be:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b071843-Methylnona-2-,4-dione

Additive composition

3-Methylnona-2-,4-dione

Characterisation of the active substance

3-Methylnona-2-,4-dione

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H18O2

CAS number: 113486-29-6

FLAVIS No: 07.184

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 3-methylnona-2-,4-dione in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3. The recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % shall be:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixtures and on the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs, if the content of the active substance in complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028