Expanding target livestock of feed with Muramidase

Regular notification 2024-04-02
G/SPS/N/JPN/1262

Description

MAFF amends the standard for method of manufacture and specifications for ingredients of feeds in general stipulated in the “Ministerial Ordinance on the Specifications and Standards of Feeds and Feed Additives” (Ordinance No. 35 of 24 July 1976 of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry). The amendment aims to allow the use of Muramidase, which was previously only permitted for broilers, for pigs and chickens as well.

Keywords

Human health; Animal health; Food safety; Animal diseases; Feed additives