Description
Technical Bulletin
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Manganese, an essential trace element, functions as an enzyme activator and is a constituent of several enzymes. Primary signs of manganese deficiency are impaired growth, skeletal abnormalities, depressed reproductive function, ataxia of the newborn and faults in lipid and carbohydrate metabolism.
Manganous oxide is considered safe for all animal species/categories, provided that the current maximum total contents of manganese authorised in feed are respected, that is, 100 mg/kg complete feeding stuffs for fish and 150 mg/kg for other species.
Manganese is an essential trace element, which is necessary for cartilage development. Thus, it finds it extremely useful as a feed for various animals. As its properties contribute significantly to the ossification process, metabolism process, integrity of cellular membrane, most animal feeds use it in traces.
LABEL PROPERTY
maximum total contents of manganese authorised in feed are respected. Handling manganous oxide is hazardous by inhalation to the user/worker; in the absence of adequate data, the additive should be considered as a potential skin and eye irritant and as a dermal sensitiser.
