#32026R0553Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/553 amending authorisation of Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 as feed additive for poultry and ornamental birds
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This regulation modifies the existing EU authorisation of the probiotic feed additive Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 (holder: Biochem Zusatzstoffe). It officially confirms the compatibility of the additive with the coccidiostats amprolium and the combination of narasin and nicarbazin for all poultry species for fattening, reared for breeding and laying, and ornamental birds. The additive can be used in feed and drinking water. Safety conclusions remain unchanged. It is classified as a skin and respiratory sensitiser, requiring protective equipment for workers. Transitional measures allow stocks produced before 5 October 2026 and compound feed before 5 April 2027 to be used until exhausted. The authorisation period ends in 2030 or 2034 depending on the annex.
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Key Changes
- Adds compatibility of Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 with amprolium and narasin+nicarbazin coccidiostats
- Expands authorised simultaneous use to all poultry species for fattening, reared for breeding/laying and ornamental birds
- Requires personal breathing and skin protective equipment for users where risks cannot be eliminated by procedures
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What this law requires
Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 must not be used simultaneously with coccidiostats amprolium or narasin/nicarbazin combinations except in accordance with their respective conditions of authorisation as feed additives for each specific species or category
Premixtures and feed additive preparations containing Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 produced before 5 October 2026 and labelled according to rules applicable before 5 April 2026 may continue to be placed on the market and used until stocks are exhausted
Compound feed and feed materials containing Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 produced before 5 April 2027 and labelled according to rules applicable before 5 April 2026 may continue to be placed on the market and used until stocks are exhausted
Workers handling Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 must use protective equipment due to skin and respiratory sensitisation hazards; inhalation and dermal exposure must be controlled
Weizmannia faecalis DSM 32016 can only be used for all poultry species for fattening, poultry reared for breeding, laying poultry, and ornamental birds; use in other animal species requires separate authorisation