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The EU bans burdock extract as an additive in feed for cats and dogs

16 Mar 2026 Effective: 13 Mar 2026 16 views
Who is affected:
Manufacturers of pet feed and additives for cats and dogs in the EU

Summary

The European Commission denies the use of burdock extract (Arctium lappa L.) as an additive in pet food. Its safety and efficacy for use in cat and dog feed has not been demonstrated.

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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/548 formally denies the authorisation of burdock extract obtained from Arctium lappa L. as a feed additive for cats and dogs. The denial is based on the EFSA assessment, which could not confirm the safety or efficacy of the ingredient for these species. Pet feed and additive…

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CELEX:32026R0548: Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2026/548 de la Comisión, de 13 de marzo de 2026, por el que se deniega la autorización del extracto de bardana obtenido de Arctium lappa L. como aditivo para piensos destinado a gatos y perros

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