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Berberis vulgaris L.: Barberry tincture

Additive Sensory additives Authorised in animal feed (EU)

Description

What it is. Tincture obtained by hydroalcoholic extraction of barberry (Berberis vulgaris L.), a plant whose berries and bark are traditionally used for their aromatic compounds. The additive is presented in liquid form, resulting from a conventional plant extraction process typical of this type of tincture.

What it is for. This substance is generally used as a flavouring sensory additive in feed, intended to influence palatability and the olfactory profile of the ration. Its use potentially concerns several species and physiological stages, with no particular restriction mentioned in the official description. It falls within common practices of incorporating aromatic plant extracts into formulation.

Points to watch. As a flavouring substance in functional group 2b, its use must comply with the general conditions applicable to this additive category. Compositional variability linked to botanical origin and extraction process should be taken into account; no numerical maximum level is given in the available sources.

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