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China DeBon High-Potency Vitamin H (Biotin) Feed Additive Suppliers - Factory Direct Quality
Product Specifications
| Product Name | Vitamin H (Biotin) |
| Active Ingredient | d-Biotin (Vitamin H) ≥2.00% |
| Appearance | White to slightly yellow free-flowing powder |
| Particle Size | ≥95% passes through 0.18mm (80 mesh) sieve |
| Loss on Drying | ≤8.0% |
| Heavy Metals |
Lead (Pb): ≤10.0 mg/kg Arsenic (As): ≤3.0 mg/kg |
| Compliance Standards | GB/T 23180-2008 |
Functions
Biotin (Vitamin H) is crucial for:
- Metabolic Support: Facilitates carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.
- Skin and Coat Health: Improves skin integrity and fur/feather quality in animals.
- Growth Enhancement: Promotes healthy growth and development in young animals.
- Reproductive Performance: Supports fertility and egg production in poultry.
Storage & Packing
Storage Conditions
Environment
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, free from contaminants and harmful substances.
Transportation
Protect from moisture, high temperatures, and physical damage; avoid co-transportation with toxic materials.
Packaging Details
Net Weight
25 kg/bag
Shelf Life
24 months
Usage & Dosage
Application Method
Uniformly mix into compound feed or total mixed ration (TMR).
Recommended Dosage (d-Biotin content)
- Swine: 0.2–0.5 mg/kg of feed
- Laying Hens: 0.15–0.25 mg/kg
- Broilers: 0.2–0.3 mg/kg
- Aquatic Species: 0.05–0.15 mg/kg
* Note: Adjust dosage according to animal growth stages or veterinary guidance.
Additional Notes & Precautions
Precautions
Ensure thorough mixing to avoid uneven distribution in feed.
Certification
Complies with GB/T 23180-2008 standards.
Compatibility Guidelines
Compatible With:
| Category | Examples | Best Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | B2 (Riboflavin), B5 (Pantothenic acid) | Add Biotin after B2 in mixing sequence |
| Minerals | Zinc methionine, Manganese glycinate | Enhances keratin synthesis |
| Antioxidants | Vitamin E, BHT | Protects Biotin from oxidative loss |
| Enzymes | Phytase, Protease | No interference observed |
Incompatible With:
| Substance | Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Raw egg white (avidin) | Biotin inactivation | Use heat-treated soybean meal (denatures avidin) |
| High-dose calcium (>3%) | Reduces bioavailability | Balance with phosphorus (Ca:P ratio 2:1) |
| Oxytetracycline | Gut flora disruption | Administer 6 hours apart from feed |
| Ethanol (liquid feed) | Solubility conflict | Use dry premix or post-fermentation addition |
Product Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Q
What are the primary functions of Biotin in animal feed?
Biotin (Vitamin H) is essential for keratin synthesis, fatty acid metabolism, and glucose homeostasis in livestock. It prevents hoof disorders in dairy cows, improves feathering in poultry, and enhances skin integrity in swine. It is critical for high-performance breeds and animals under metabolic stress.
Q
How stable is Biotin during feed processing?
- Heat Stability: Retains 95% activity after pelleting at 85°C for 2 minutes.
- pH Tolerance: Stable in pH 4–8. It degrades in strongly acidic (pH <3) or alkaline (pH >9) conditions.
Q
Can Biotin be mixed with choline chloride, minerals, or antibiotics?
- Compatible: Choline chloride (<60%) – no hygroscopic interaction. Zinc oxide, Organic selenium – synergistic for skin/hoof health.
- Incompatible: Raw soybean meal (avidin content) – binds Biotin irreversibly. Sulfa drugs (e.g., sulfamethazine) – inhibits gut microbiota synthesis.
Q
What are the storage and transportation requirements for Vitamin H (Biotin)?
It must be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, free from contaminants and harmful substances. During transportation, protect it from moisture, high temperatures, and physical damage. Avoid co-transportation with toxic materials.
Q
What is the recommended dosage of d-Biotin for different animal species?
Based on d-Biotin content, the recommended dosages are:
- Swine: 0.2–0.5 mg/kg of feed
- Laying Hens: 0.15–0.25 mg/kg
- Broilers: 0.2–0.3 mg/kg
- Aquatic Species: 0.05–0.15 mg/kg
Q
What substances are incompatible with Biotin in feed formulation?
- Raw egg white (avidin): Inactivates Biotin (Mitigation: Use heat-treated soybean meal to denature avidin).
- High-dose calcium (>3%): Reduces bioavailability (Mitigation: Balance with phosphorus in Ca:P ratio of 2:1).
- Oxytetracycline: Disrupts gut flora (Mitigation: Administer 6 hours apart from feed).
- Ethanol (liquid feed): Solubility conflict (Mitigation: Use dry premix or post-fermentation addition).