Description
What it is. Ethylcellulose (E 462) is a cellulose derivative obtained by chemical ethylation of cellulose, a polysaccharide of plant origin. It is a water-insoluble polymer used as a technological additive.
What it is for. It is generally used as a binder, carrier or coating agent in premixes and compound feed. It can help stabilise formulations, protect sensitive active substances or control their release. This type of use applies across feed for all animal species, without a specific production stage.
Points to watch. Authorisation is listed for all animal species, with authorisation running until 19 February 2027; compliance with current entry conditions should be checked. No numerical inclusion or maximum content values are specified in the available sources, so no limit should be assumed. Batch-to-batch variability and appropriate dry storage conditions should be considered.
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