Description
What it is. Essential oil obtained by steam distillation of leaves, stems and twigs of Cinnamomum aromaticum Nees (Cassia). It is presented in liquid form and mainly contains (E)-cinnamaldehyde (70-89 %), together with (E)-2-methoxycinnamaldehyde, cinnamyl acetate and coumarin within specified limits.
What it is for. This sensory additive (functional group 2b, flavouring compounds) is generally used for its flavouring effect in compound feed, to modulate palatability. It is authorised for fattening pigs, piglets, minor suidae species, calves and cattle, sheep and minor ruminants for fattening, poultry and minor poultry for fattening, turkeys, rabbits and finfish for fattening excluding broodstock. The additive must be incorporated as a premixture.
Points to watch. (E)-2-methoxycinnamaldehyde content is limited to 0-15 %, cinnamyl acetate and coumarin to 4 % maximum each, and styrene to 0.1 % maximum. Combination with other additives containing styrene or coumarin is prohibited. Storage conditions and stability to heat treatment must be stated in the instructions for use, and personal protective equipment (respiratory, eye, skin) is required where organisational measures cannot eliminate the risks.
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