Bioplex™ Zinc
Indications
Chelated zinc for use in animal feeds as a source of dietary zinc and to aid in the prevention of zinc deficiency syndromes.
Composition
150g/kg zinc as a vegetable proteinate.
Directions
BIOPLEX™ ZINC contains 150 g / kg of zinc for use in manufacturing livestock rations where the inclusion of zinc as an organic chelate is desirable. The precise dietary requirement will be dependent on the composition of the feed and the particular animal species involved. To ensure optimum animal performance BEC recommends that a professional animal nutritionist is consulted when formulating animal rations.
Discussion
Minerals have important biological functions and are essential for the normal health and performance of livestock. Some of the more important areas in which BIOPLEX™ ZINC has a role are listed below.
FUNCTION
In major enzyme pathways of CO2 transfer in RBCs and synthesis/development of proteins/nucleic acids, wounds and burns healing, required for normal skin, bone, hair and feathers, insulin function.
DEFICIENCY
Loss of appetite, stunting, bone problems, delayed wound healing, improper development of male gonads.
FEED SOURCES HIGH IN ZINC
Fish meal, other marine by-products, poultry by-products, meat distillers solubles, wheat by-products, citrus molasses. (Zinc availability is affected by phytates, high calcium, oxalates, high fibre, copper and EDTA.)
Withholding Period
Nil
Schedule
Exempt
Storage
Store below 30°C (Room Temperature). Protect from moisture.
Expiry after Manufacture
2 years.
Pack Sizes
1 x 25 kg
BIOPLEX is a trademark of Alltech Inc., Kentucky, USA.
Dairy Cattle
Beef Cattle
Poultry
Horses
Pigs
Feedmills