Authorization of xanthan gum as a feed additive for animals (except cats, dogs and aquatic species)
12 Mar 2026Effective: 01 Apr 2026131 views
Who is affected:
Feed manufacturers, livestock farmers and distributors of animal nutrition products
Summary
The EU authorizes the use of xanthan gum produced by certain bacterial strains as an additive in feed for most animals. Cats, dogs and aquatic species are excluded.
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Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/538 formally authorizes xanthan gum produced by specific strains of Xanthomonas campestris as a technological additive in feed for all animal species except cats, dogs and aquatic species. This authorization means that feed manufacturers may incorporate this thickening and stabilizing …
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CELEX:32026R0538: Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2026/538 de la Comisión, de 11 de marzo de 2026, relativo a la autorización de la goma xantana producida por Xanthomonas campestris ATCC SD 7012, DSM 23730, CNCM I-4861 o CIP 74.23 como aditivo para piensos destinado a todas las especies animales distintas de los gatos, los perros y las especies acuáticas
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