Description
What it is. Sweet fennel tincture is a liquid extract obtained by extensive water/ethanol solvent extraction from the dried fruits of Foeniculum vulgare Mill. ssp. vulgare var. dulce. It is characterised by its content of total polyphenols, flavonoids, anisaldehyde and anethole, with a maximum estragole level set by the regulatory specifications.
What it is for. This additive belongs to the sensory additives functional group (2b) for flavouring compounds and is intended for flavouring animal feed. It is authorised for all animal species, with specific maximum contents set for horses. The additive must be incorporated as a premixture, which determines how it is integrated into formulations.
Points to watch. Estragole content is capped according to the annex specifications, and the product must comply with the stated ranges for polyphenols, flavonoids, anisaldehyde and anethole. The instructions for use must specify storage conditions and stability to heat treatment, points to check before formulation.
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