PARNUT Entry 57: Reduction of the risk of acidosis
Particular nutritional purpose: Reduction of the risk of acidosis
Species or category of animal: Ruminants
Essential nutritional characteristics: Low level of easily fermentable carbohydrates and high buffering capacity
Recommended length of time: up to 2 months (15)
Labelling declarations: — Starch — Sugars (total)
Other provisions: 1. Application in the form of bolus is allowed. A bolus may contain up to 20 % iron in an inert, non-bioavailable form, in order to increase its density. 2. In the instructions for proper use guidance shall be provided on the balance of the daily ration, with regard to the inclusion of fibre and easily fermentable carbohydrate sources. 3. In the case of feed for dairy cows indicate on the labelling: ‘Especially for high yielding cows.’ 4. In the case of feed for ruminants for fattening indicate on the labelling: ‘Especially for intensively fed (16).’
Source: Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354, Annex, Part B, entry 57 — EUR-Lex consolidated version 2025-04-22 (CELEX:02020R0354).