Safety and efficacy of a feed additive consisting of l-arginine produced with Corynebacterium glutamicumCCTCC M 20232577 for all animal species (Dongxiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd.).

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a feed additive containing l-arginine derived from Corynebacterium glutamicum.
• Assessment of safety for consumers and the environment.
• Evaluation of l-arginine as an effective nutrient source for non-ruminant species.
• Analysis of the need for protection against ruminal degradation in ruminants.
• CCTCC M 20232577 is regarded as safe for animal use.
• No conclusive evidence on skin irritation potential due to data insufficiency.
• l-arginine effectively supports non-ruminant nutrition and requires ruminal protection for efficacy in ruminants.