New UK Legislation Regulates Feed Additives and Uses of Feed for Specific Nutritional Purposes (Wales)
Date of Publication: 2024-11-29 11:05
Title: The Feed Additives (Authorisations) and Uses of Feed Intended for Particular Nutritional Purposes (Amendment of Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354) (Wales) Regulations 2024 / Rheoliadau Ychwanegion Bwyd Anifeiliaid (Awdurdodiadau) a Defnyddiau Bwyd Anifeiliaid a Fwriedir at Ddibenion Maethol Penodol (Diwygio Rheoliad y Comisiwn (EU) 2020/354) (Cymru) 2024
Background:
The new legislation, which will apply to Wales, amends the Feed Additives (Authorisations) and Uses of Feed Intended for Particular Nutritional Purposes (Amendment of Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354) (Wales) Regulations 2022 (“the 2022 Regulations”).
Key Provisions:
The new regulations make several amendments to the 2022 Regulations, including:
- Updated authorisations: The regulations update the list of authorised feed additives and their conditions of use.
- Transitional period: The regulations provide for a transitional period during which certain feed additives that were previously authorised under the 2022 Regulations may continue to be used until their withdrawal or expiry date.
- Prohibited uses: The regulations prohibit the use of certain feed additives in feed intended for particular nutritional purposes, such as:
- Vitamins A and D in feed intended for young calves
- Certain antioxidants in feed intended for unweaned piglets
- Monitoring and reporting: The regulations require manufacturers and importers to monitor the use of feed additives and to report any adverse effects to the competent authority.
Purpose:
The purpose of the new regulations is to ensure the safety and efficacy of feed additives and to protect the health of animals and consumers. The regulations are intended to implement the requirements of Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354, which amends Annexes II and III to Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 relating to the use of feed additives in animal nutrition.
Implementation:
The new regulations came into force on [effective date].
Impact:
The new regulations will have an impact on the feed industry in Wales. Feed manufacturers and importers will need to review their use of feed additives to ensure compliance with the new requirements. They will also need to establish monitoring and reporting systems to address the new obligations.
Additional Information:
The full text of the new regulations can be accessed at: [website link]
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