EFSA proposes reduction of maximum levels of zinc in feed
EFSA has proposed a reduction of the maximum permitted content of zinc in feed for all animal speciesA subdivision of the genus, a species is a group of closely related and similar-looking organisms; for example, in the case of Homo sapiens (humans), the second part of the name (sapiens) represents the species. It is estimated that the new proposed levels will reduce the amount of zinc in manure released in the environment by about 20 %. The reduction in maximum permitted content of zinc in feed ensures consumer safety, animal health and welfare, and does not affect animal productivity. To complete its risk assessmentA specialised field of applied science that involves reviewing scientific data and studies in order to evaluate risks associated with certain hazards. It involves four steps: hazard identification, hazard characterisation, exposure assessment and risk characterisation, EFSA reviewed relevant available literature as well as data received from national authorities of European countries and from stakeholders.