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Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/245 of 15 February 2018 concerning the authorisation of menthol, d-carvone, menthyl acetate, d,l-isomenthone, 3-methyl-2-(pent-2(cis)-enyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one, 3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one, d-fenchone, fenchyl alcohol, carvyl acetate, dihydrocarvyl acetate and fenchyl acetate as feed additives for all animal species (Text with EEA relevance)

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Details of the analytical methods are available at the following address of the Reference Laboratory: https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/eurl/feed-additives/evaluation-reports

Identification number of the additiveName of the holder of authorisationAdditiveComposition, chemical formula, description, analytical methodSpecies or category of animalMaximum ageMinimum contentMaximum contentOther provisionsEnd of period of authorisation
mg of active substance/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %
Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds
2b02015Menthol

Additive composition

Menthol

Characterisation of the active substance

Menthol

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 95 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H20O

CAS number: 89-78-1

FLAVIS No: 02.015

Method of analysis a

For the determination of menthol in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 25 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 25 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b07146d-Carvone

Additive composition

d-Carvone

Characterisation of the active substance

d-Carvone

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 95 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H14O

CAS number: 2244-16-8

FLAVIS No: 07.146

Method of analysis a

For the determination of d-carvone in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b09016Menthyl acetate

Additive composition

Menthyl acetate

Characterisation of the active substance

Menthyl acetate

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C12H22O2

CAS number: 29066-34-0

FLAVIS No: 09.016

Method of analysis a

For the determination of menthyl acetate in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 5 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 5 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b07078d,l-Isomenthone

Additive composition

d,l-Isomenthone

Characterisation of the active substance

d,l-Isomenthone

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H18O

CAS number: 491-07-6

FLAVIS No: 07.078

Method of analysis a

For the determination of d,l-isomenthone in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b070943-Methyl-2-(pent-2(cis)-enyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one

Additive composition

3-Methyl-2-(pent-2(cis)-enyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one

Characterisation of the active substance

3-Methyl-2-(pent-2(cis)-enyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C11H16O

CAS number: 488-10-8

FLAVIS No: 07.094

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 3-methyl-2-(pent-2(cis)-enyl)cyclopent-2-en-1-one in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b071263,5,5-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one

Additive composition

3,5,5-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one

Characterisation of the active substance

3,5,5-Trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C9H14O

CAS number: 78-59-1

FLAVIS No: 07.126

Method of analysis a

For the determination of 3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3.

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and glove.

15.3.2028
2b07159d-Fenchone

Additive composition

d-Fenchone

Characterisation of the active substance

d-Fenchone

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H16O

CAS number: 4695-62-9

FLAVIS No: 07.159

Method of analysis a

For the determination of d-fenchone in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds:

  • 0,3 mg/kg for pigs and poultry;

  • 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves

15.3.2028
2b02038Fenchyl alcohol

Additive composition

Fenchyl alcohol

Characterisation of the active substance

Fenchyl alcohol

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C10H18O

CAS number: 1632-73-1

FLAVIS No: 02.038

Method of analysis a

For the determination of fenchyl alcohol in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL.

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 1 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 1 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b09215Carvyl acetate

Additive composition

Carvyl acetate

Characterisation of the active substance

Carvyl acetate

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C12H18O2

CAS number: 97-42-7

FLAVIS No: 09.215

Method of analysis a

For the determination of carvyl acetate in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 1 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 1 mg/kg.

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

15.3.2028
2b09216Dihydrocarvyl acetate

Additive composition

Dihydrocarvyl acetate

Characterisation of the active substance

Dihydrocarvyl acetate

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 97 % assay

Chemical formula: C12H20O2

CAS number: 20777-49-5

FLAVIS No: 09.216

Method of analysis a

For the determination of dihydrocarvyl acetate in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 1 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 1 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

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2b09269Fenchyl acetate

Additive composition

Fenchyl acetate

Characterisation of the active substance

Fenchyl acetate

Produced by chemical synthesis

Purity: min. 98 % assay

Chemical formula: C12H20O2

CAS number: 13851-11-1

FLAVIS No: 09.269

Method of analysis a

For the determination of fenchyl acetate in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures:

Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL

All animal species

1.The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture.

2.In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated.

3.On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated:

Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: 1 mg/kg.

4.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use level suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the level referred to in point 3

5.The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: 1 mg/kg

6.For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves.

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