LegalizeCommission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/248 of 15 February 2018 concerning the authorisation of 2,3-diethylpyrazine, 2,5 or 6-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine, 2-acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine, 2,3-diethyl-5-methylpyrazine, 2-(sec-butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine, 2-ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoxaline, 2-ethylpyrazine and 5-methylquinoxaline as feed additives for all animal species (Text with EEA relevance. )
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| 23.2.2018 | EN | Official Journal of the European Union | L 53/120 |
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,
Having regard to Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 September 2003 on additives for use in animal nutrition 1, and in particular Article 9(2) thereof,
Whereas:
- (1) Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 provides for the authorisation of additives for use in animal nutrition and for the grounds and procedures for granting such authorisation. Article 10 of that Regulation provides for the re-evaluation of additives authorised pursuant to Council Directive 70/524/EEC 2.
- (2) The substances 2,3-diethylpyrazine, 2,5 or 6-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine, 2-acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine, 2,3-diethyl-5-methylpyrazine, 2-(sec-butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine, 2-ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine, 5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoxaline, 2-ethylpyrazine and 5-methylquinoxaline (‘substances concerned’) were authorised without a time limit by Directive 70/524/EEC as feed additives for all animal species. Those substances were subsequently entered in the Register of feed additives as existing products, in accordance with Article 10(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003.
- (3) In accordance with Article 10(2) of Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 in conjunction with Article 7 thereof, an application was submitted for the re-evaluation of the substances concerned as feed additives for all animal species. The applicant requested those additives be classified in the additive category ‘sensory additives’. That application was accompanied by the particulars and documents required under Article 7(3) of Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003.
- (4) The European Food Safety Authority (‘the Authority’) concluded in its opinion of 6 December 2016 3 that, under the proposed conditions of use the substances concerned do not have adverse effects on animal health, human health or the environment. These substances increase the food smell or palatability. The Authority has concluded that since the substances concerned are used in food as flavourings and their function in feed is essentially the same as in food, no further demonstration of efficacy is necessary. Therefore, that conclusion can be extrapolated for feed. The applicant withdrew the application for use of the substances concerned in water for drinking.
- (5) The Authority further noted that for the substances concerned hazards for the skin, eye contact and respiratory exposure are recognised. Most substances are classified as irritating to the respiratory system. Consequently, appropriate protective measures should be taken. The Authority does not consider that there is a need for specific requirements of post-market monitoring. It also verified the report on the method of analysis of the feed additives in feed submitted by the Reference Laboratory set up by Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003.
- (6) The assessment of the substances concerned shows that the conditions for authorisation, as provided for in Article 5 of Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003, are satisfied. Accordingly, the use of those substances should be authorised as specified in the Annex to this Regulation.
- (7) The applicant proposed use levels for the substances concerned to the Authority. Having regard to that proposal, the Authority considered that certain use levels are safe (‘levels considered by the Authority’). For the purpose of official controls along the food chain, certain labelling requirements should be provided for. In particular, where the use levels exceed the levels considered by the Authority, it is appropriate to require that the label of premixtures and the labelling of feed materials and compound feed containing the substances concerned include certain information including reference to the levels considered by the Authority.
- (8) The fact that the use of the substances concerned in water for drinking is not authorised does not preclude their use in compound feed which is administered via water.
- (9) Since safety reasons do not require the immediate application of the modifications to the conditions of authorisation for the substances concerned, it is appropriate to allow a transitional period for interested parties to prepare themselves to meet the new requirements resulting from the authorisation.
- (10) The measures provided for in this Regulation are in accordance with the opinion of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed,
HAS ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:
Article 1
Authorisation
The substances specified in the Annex, belonging to the additive category ‘sensory additives’ and to the functional group ‘flavouring compounds’, are authorised as feed additives in animal nutrition subject to the conditions laid down in that Annex.
Article 2
Transitional measures
1.
The substances specified in the Annex and premixtures containing those substances, which are produced and labelled before 15 September 2018 in accordance with the rules applicable before 15 March 2018 may continue to be placed on the market and used until the existing stocks are exhausted.
2.
Feed materials and compound feed containing the substances as specified in the Annex which are produced and labelled before 15 March 2019 in accordance with the rules applicable before 15 March 2018 may continue to be placed on the market and used until the existing stocks are exhausted if they are intended for food-producing animals.
3.
Feed materials and compound feed containing the substances as specified in the Annex which are produced and labelled before 15 March 2020 in accordance with the rules applicable before 15 March 2018 may continue to be placed on the market and used until the existing stocks are exhausted if they are intended for non-food-producing animals.
Article 3
Entry into force
This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 15 February 2018.
For the Commission
The President
Jean-Claude JUNCKER
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Council Directive 70/524/EEC of 23 November 1970 concerning additives in feedingstuffs (OJ L 270, 14.12.1970, p. 1).
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EFSA Journal 2016;15(2):4671.
ANNEX
| Identification number of the additive | Name of the holder of authorisation | Additive | Composition, chemical formula, description, analytical method | Species or category of animal | Maximum age | Minimum content | Maximum content | Other provisions | End of period of authorisation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identification number of the additive | Name of the holder of authorisation | Additive | Composition, chemical formula, description, analytical method | Species or category of animal | Maximum age | mg of active substance/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % | mg of active substance/kg of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % | Other provisions | End of period of authorisation |
| Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds | Category: Sensory additives. Functional group: Flavouring compounds |
| 2b14005 | — | 2,3-Diethylpyrazine | Additive composition 2,3-Diethylpyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2,3-Diethylpyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 97 % assay Chemical formula: C8H12N2 CAS number: 15707-24-1 FLAVIS No: 14.005 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2,3-diethylpyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14025 | — | 2,5 or 6-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine | Additive composition 2,5 or 6-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2,5 or 6-Methoxy-3-methylpyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 97 % assay Chemical formula: C6H8ON2 CAS number: 63450-30-6 FLAVIS No: 14.025 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2,5 or 6-methoxy-3-methylpyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14049 | — | 2-Acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine | Additive composition 2-Acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2-Acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 98 % assay Chemical formula: C8H10ON2 CAS number: 32974-92-8 FLAVIS No: 14.049 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2-acetyl-3-ethylpyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14056 | — | 2,3-Diethyl-5-methylpyrazine | Additive composition 2,3-Diethyl-5-methylpyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2,3-Diethyl-5-methylpyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 98 % assay Chemical formula: C9H14N2 CAS number: 18138-04-0 FLAVIS No: 14.056 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2,3-diethyl-5-methylpyrazine alcohol in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14062 | — | 2-(sec-Butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine | Additive composition 2-(sec-Butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2-(sec-Butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 99 % assay Chemical formula: C9H14ON2 CAS number: 24168-70-5 FLAVIS No: 14.062 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2-(sec-butyl)-3-methoxypyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14112 | — | 2-Ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine | Additive composition 2-Ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2-Ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 99 % assay Chemical formula: C7H10N2O CAS number: 25680-58-4 FLAVIS No: 14.112 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2-ethyl-3-methoxypyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14015 | — | 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoxaline | Additive composition 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoxaline Characterisation of the active substance 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydroquinoxaline Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 98 % assay Chemical formula: C8H10N2 CAS number: 34413-35-9 FLAVIS No: 14.015 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 5,6,7,8-tetrahydroquinoxaline in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14022 | — | 2-Ethylpyrazine | Additive composition 2-Ethylpyrazine Characterisation of the active substance 2-Ethylpyrazine Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 98 % assay Chemical formula: C6H8N2 CAS number: 13925-00-3 FLAVIS No: 14.022 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 2-ethylpyrazine in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories’. 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,1 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,5 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
| 2b14028 | — | 5-Methylquinoxaline | Additive composition 5-Methylquinoxaline Characterisation of the active substance 5-Methylquinoxaline Produced by chemical synthesis Purity: min. 98 % assay Chemical formula: C9H8N2 CAS number: 13708-12-8 FLAVIS No: 14.028 Method of analysis 4 For the determination of 5-methylquinoxaline in the feed additive and in feed flavouring premixtures: Gas chromatography mass spectrometry with retention time locking GC-MS-RTL. | All animal species | — | — | — | 1. The additive shall be incorporated into the feed in the form of a premixture. 2. In the directions for use of the additive and premixtures, the storage and stability conditions shall be indicated. 3. On the label of the additive the following shall be indicated: ‘Recommended maximum content of the active substance of complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 %: — 0,05 mg/kg for pigs and poultry — 0,08 mg/kg for other species and categories.’ 4. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated on the label of the premixture where the use levels suggested on the label of the premixture would result in exceeding the levels referred to in point 3. 5. The functional group, the identification number, the name and the added amount of the active substance shall be indicated in the labelling of feed materials and compound feedingstuffs where the content of the active substance in the complete feedingstuff with a moisture content of 12 % exceeds: — 0,05 mg/kg for pigs and poultry. — 0,08 mg/kg for other species and categories 6. For users of the additive and premixtures, feed business operators shall establish operational procedures and organisational measures to address potential risks by inhalation, dermal contact or eyes contact. Where those risks cannot be eliminated or reduced to a minimum by such procedures and measures, the additive and premixtures shall be used with personal protective equipment, including breathing protection, safety glasses and gloves. | 15.3.2028 |
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Details of the analytical methods are available at the following address of the Reference Laboratory: https://ec.europa.eu/jrc/en/eurl/feed-additives/evaluation-reports
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