Description
What it is. Potassium diformate is a feed additive obtained as a solid preparation of potassium diformate (min. 98%), with silicate (max. 1.5%) and water (max. 0.5%). The active substance is a potassium salt combining formic acid and formate (KH(COOH)2, CAS 20642-05-1).
What it is for. It belongs to functional group 4d, other zootechnical additives, and is authorised for sows. It is used as a zootechnical additive to support digestive conditions in the sow diet. It is incorporated into feed as a premix. A study on broilers suggests a possible effect on gut function and digestive enzyme activity, but this does not define a recommended use level in sows.
Points to watch. Maximum content is 12,000 mg potassium diformate/kg complete feed (12% moisture) for sows, whether used alone or combined with other potassium diformate sources; the combination of different formic acid sources must not exceed 10,000 mg formic acid/kg. Simultaneous use of several organic acids or their salts at or near their maximum authorised levels is not recommended. Storage conditions and thermal processing stability must be stated on the additive and premix instructions for use.
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