Description
What it is. Agar-agar (E 406) is a polysaccharide extracted from red algae (Rhodophyceae), used as a gelling and thickening agent. It forms gels in water without requiring specific chemical conditions, a property derived from its agarose and agaropectin structure.
What it is for. This additive is generally used as a gelling, thickening or stabilising agent in feed formulations for pets. Within the authorised scope, it concerns dogs and cats among non-food-producing animals. It can help structure wet or semi-moist feed and stabilise mixtures.
Points to watch. Authorisation is limited to pets and other non-food-producing animals (non-food fur animals); this additive is not authorised for food-producing species. The authorisation end date is 2025-07-06, to be checked for renewal. No maximum inclusion level is specified in the available sources; store away from moisture, as the product is hygroscopic.
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