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DeBon Advanced Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Nitrate) Feed Additive - China Suppliers & Factory Quality
Product Specifications
| Product Name | Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Nitrate) |
| Specification |
Thiamine Nitrate (as C₁₂H₁₇N₅O₄S, dry basis): 98.0–101.0% Loss on Drying: ≤ 1.0% Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1% Acidity (pH): 6.0–7.5 Chlorides (as Cl): ≤ 0.06% Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 10.0 mg/kg Total Arsenic (as As): ≤ 2.0 mg/kg Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder. |
Functions and Effects
Thiamine Nitrate (Vitamin B1) is critical for:
- Supporting carbohydrate metabolism and energy production in animals.
- Maintaining neurological health and nerve function.
- Promoting growth performance and appetite in livestock and poultry.
Storage & Packaging
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, protected from sunlight and moisture.
- Avoid contamination with toxic or harmful substances.
Packaging Info
- Net Weight: 25 kg per bag.
- Shelf Life: 36 months.
Usage and Dosage
Mixing Instructions:
Mix thoroughly with other additives before blending into feed.
Recommended Dosage (as Vitamin B1, in mg/kg feed):
| Swine: | 1–5 mg/kg |
| Poultry: | 1–5 mg/kg |
| Fish: | 5–20 mg/kg |
Compatibility Guidelines
Compatible With
| Category | Examples | Optimal Mixing Sequence |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | B2 (Riboflavin), B6 | Add B1 before B2/B6 |
| Acidifiers | Citric acid, Lactic acid | Enhances stability in acidic feed |
| Probiotics | Bacillus subtilis | No antagonistic effects observed |
| Antioxidants | Vitamin E, Rosemary extract | Synergistic oxidative protection |
Incompatible With
| Substance | Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfonamides | Reduced B1 absorption | Administer 2 hours apart from medications |
| High-pH additives (e.g., limestone) | Alkaline degradation | Premix with acidifiers first |
| Ethanol (in liquid feed) | Thiamine cleavage | Use dry forms or add post-fermentation |
| Oxidizing agents (e.g., potassium permanganate) | Molecular breakdown | Physical separation in premix layers |
Product Details
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the key benefits of Thiamine Nitrate in animal feed?
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Nitrate) is essential for energy metabolism, nervous system function, and appetite regulation in livestock and poultry. It effectively prevents conditions like beriberi in poultry and polioencephalomalacia in ruminants. Its high stability in neutral pH feed makes it ideal for premixes.
2. Can Thiamine Nitrate be combined with choline chloride or minerals?
Yes, it is compatible with Choline chloride (<60% concentration), Zinc sulfate, and Selenium yeast. However, it is incompatible with Sodium bicarbonate due to pH conflicts (separate by adding Vitamin B1 first) and Copper sulfate (>100 ppm) due to chelation risks (maintain a ratio ≤1:15 of Cu to Thiamine).
3. What are the storage requirements and shelf life of Vitamin B1?
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Nitrate) should be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight and moisture. It is crucial to avoid contamination with toxic or harmful substances. When stored properly, it has an excellent shelf life of 36 months.
4. What is the recommended dosage of Vitamin B1 for different animal species?
The recommended dosage of Vitamin B1 per kg of feed is 1–5 mg for Swine, 1–5 mg for Poultry, and 5–20 mg for Fish. It must be mixed thoroughly with other additives before blending into the final feed.
5. Which feed ingredients are incompatible with Vitamin B1, and how do you mitigate risks?
Incompatible substances include Sulfonamides (administer 2 hours apart to prevent reduced B1 absorption), High-pH additives like limestone (premix with acidifiers first to avoid alkaline degradation), Ethanol in liquid feed (use dry forms or add post-fermentation to prevent cleavage), and Oxidizing agents like potassium permanganate (use physical separation in premix layers to prevent molecular breakdown).
6. How does Vitamin B1 react with acidifiers and probiotics?
Vitamin B1 shows excellent compatibility with acidifiers like Citric acid and Lactic acid, which actually enhance its stability in acidic feed. It is also compatible with probiotics like Bacillus subtilis, showing no antagonistic effects.