Assessment of the feed additive copper bilysinate for all animal species for the renewal of its authorisation (Senzyme GmbH)

Abstract

Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the safety and efficacy of copper bilysinate as nutritional feed additive for all species and categories. The additive is currently authorised for use in all animal species (3b411). The applicant has provided evidence that the additive, in powder or granule forms, complies with the conditions of the authorisation. The Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP Panel) confirms that the use of copper bilysinate under the current authorised conditions of use is safe for the target species, consumers and the environment. Regarding user safety, both forms of the additive are not irritant to the skin, but the powder product is an eye irritant. Both forms of the additive should be considered skin and respiratory sensitisers. Inhalation and dermal exposure are considered a risk. There is no need for assessing the efficacy of the additive in the context of the renewal of the authorisation.