The EU renews the authorization of taurine as an additive in feed for dogs, cats, ferrets and carnivorous fish
30 Jul 2026131 views
Who is affected:
Manufacturers and distributors of feed for pets and carnivorous aquaculture
Summary
The European Commission authorizes again the use of taurine in food for carnivorous animals such as dogs, cats and fish. It replaces the previous 2015 regulation.
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The Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1859 renews the authorization of taurine as a nutritional additive in feed for canines, felines, mustelids, carnivorous fish and other carnivorous aquatic species. The renewal is based on the positive evaluation by the EFSA on its safety and efficacy. The previous Commis…
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OJ:L_202601859: Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2026/1859 de la Comisión, de 29 de julio de 2026, relativo a la renovación de la autorización de un preparado de taurina como aditivo para piensos destinado a los cánidos, félidos, mustélidos y peces carnívoros, y a otras especies carnívoras acuáticas, y por el que se deroga el Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2015/722
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