Introduction
Ecobiol® contains spores of Bacillus velezensis. According to the manufacturer, the strain of Bacillus velezensis is fast-growing and can produce secondary metabolites and lactic acid, which can change the bacterial population.
Manufacturer´s main claims
Improves the overall health of the animals
Solves quality, profitability and sustainability challenges
Technical specifications of Ecobiol®
EU category
Zootechnical additives
Functional group of additives
Gut flora stabilisers
Active substance
Bacillus velezensis (CECT 5940) formerly known as Bacillus amyloliquefaciens (CECT 5940)
Activity in the product
A minimum of 1 x 109 CFU Bacillus velezensis per g product
EU approval, minimum content
There is no maximum inclusion for the animal categories below
Chickens for fattening: 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
Chickens reared for laying: 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
Turkeys for fattening: 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
Turkeys reared for breeding: 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
Minor poultry species for fattening and reared for laying: 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
Ornamental birds (except for reproduction): 1 x 109 CFU/kg feed
End of period of authorisation
Chickens for fattening: 26 October 2030
Chickens reared for laying: 26 October 2030
Turkeys for fattening: 15 December 2031
Turkeys reared for breeding: 15 December 2031
Minor poultry species for fattening and reared for laying: 15 December 2031
Ornamental birds (except for reproduction): 15 December 2031
EU code
4b1822
Product storage stability
Twenty-four months from the date of manufacturer. The product should be stored in a cool, dry place at temperatures not exceeding 25°C.
Storage stability in feed premix
The product is stable for at least one year when stored in the original packaging and at ambient temperatures. The product is also stable for at least one year when incorporated into a premix or pelleted feed.
Heat stability
The spores contained in the product are inherently thermostable. Data shows that the Bacillus velezensis spores withstand 80°C pelleting temperature without activity loss.
Carrier
Calcium carbonate
Compatibility claims
Compatible with diclazuril, nicarbazin, monensin sodium
Package size
25 kg bags
Handling
Inhalation of dust should be avoided. Gloves and goggles should be worn to reduce contact with dust.
Producer
Evonik
List of references
EFSA (2008). Safety and efficacy of Ecobiol® (Bacillus amyloliquefaciens) as a feed additive for chickens for fattening. The EFSA Journal (2008) 773, 1-13
EU (2011). Commission Regulation (EU) No 336/2011 of 7 April 2011 amending Regulation (EC) No 1292/2008 as regards the use of the feed additive Bacillus amyloliquefaciens CECT 5940 in feed containing diclazuril, monensin sodium and nicarbazin. Official Journal of the European Union. L 94/17-18
EU (2017). Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2017/173 of 1 February 2017 amending Regulation (EC) No 1292/2008 and implementing Regulation (EU) No 887/2008, as regards the name of the holder of the authorisation of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens CECT 5940 and Enterococcus faecium CECT 4515. Official Journal of the European Union. L 28/5-6
EU (2020). Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/1395 of 5 October 2020 concerning the renewal of the authorisation of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens CECT 5940 as a feed additive for chickens for fattening, its authorisation for chickens reared for laying, and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1292/2008 (Holder of authorisation Evonik Nutrition & Care GmbH). Official Journal of the European Union. L 324/3-5
EU (2021). Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2021/2050 of 24 November 2021 concerning the authorisation of the preparation of Bacillus velezensis CECT 5940 as a feed additive for turkeys for fattening, turkeys reared for breeding, minor poultry species for fattening and reared for breeding and ornamental birds (except for reproduction) (holder of authorisation: Evonik Operations GmbH). Official Journal of the European Union. L 420/16-18