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Artemisia vulgaris L.: Armoise / Mugwort oil

Additive Sensory additives Authorised in animal feed (EU)

Description

What it is. Essential oil obtained from Artemisia vulgaris L. (mugwort), extracted by distillation of the plant. A sensory aromatic additive belonging to functional group 2b, characterised by its composition of volatile compounds derived from the plant.

What it is for. This aromatic substance is generally used to impart or enhance an olfactory and taste note in compound feed, in order to influence palatability. It is included in formulations intended for various animal species, with no direct nutritional role. Its use follows common practices for aromatic additives in animal feed.

Points to watch. As a group 2b substance, its use is governed by the regulation applicable to sensory aromatic additives, with no numerical maximum content available in the sources provided. Variability in composition depending on botanical origin and extraction process warrants attention to batch quality consistency.

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