The EU authorizes vermiculite as an additive in feed for broiler chickens, breeding chickens and laying hens
12 Jun 2026
Effective: 11 Jun 2026
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Who is affected:
Feed manufacturers, poultry integrators and broiler chicken and laying hen farms in the EU
Summary
The European Commission approves the use of vermiculite as an additive in feed for certain poultry species. This authorization establishes the conditions of use for broiler chickens, breeding chickens and laying hens.
Detailed analysis
PRO
Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1234 formally authorizes vermiculite as a technological additive in feed for broiler chickens, chickens reared for laying or breeding and hens. Vermiculite is a mineral used as an anti-caking or flow agent in feed manufacturing. The authorization sets specific conditions of use, maximu…
Full official title
OJ:L_202601234: Reglamento de Ejecución (UE) 2026/1234 de la Comisión, de 11 de junio de 2026, relativo a la autorización de la vermiculita como aditivo para piensos destinado a pollos de engorde, pollos criados para puesta o reproducción y gallinas