Calcium Propionate as Feed Preservative: Prevent Mold in Poultry Feed

Calcium Propionate is an acid-type food preservative that exerts its antimicrobial effect under acidic conditions. Its inhibitory activity is influenced by the pH of the environment – it is most effective against molds at pH 5.0, while its antibacterial activity is reduced at pH 6.0, with a minimum inhibitory concentration of 0.01% . It is a new, safe, and effective preservative for use in food, brewing, and feed applications.

As a feed preservative, it is widely used in protein feeds, aquafeeds, and complete feeds for aquatic animals, making it an ideal preservative for feed processing enterprises, research institutions, and other animal feed applications.

Calcium propionate is available in powder form.

1. Versatile protection – Effective against molds, aerobic spore-forming bacteria, and Gram-negative bacteria in starch-, protein-, and oil-containing substrates.
2. Safe & efficient – A new, safe, broad-spectrum, and high-efficiency preservative for food, brewing, and feed industries.
3. Feed additive benefits – Effectively inhibits feed mold and extends shelf life. When combined with other inorganic salts, it can improve animal appetite and increase milk yield in dairy cows. It has low volatility, high temperature resistance, and good animal compatibility, making it suitable for a wide range of feed types.
4. Preservative for food – Also serves as a food preservative with no harmful effects on yeast, and is safe for both humans and animals.

 At present, the quality of calcium propionate on the market varies greatly, with many suppliers offering products of uneven standards. We strongly recommend purchasing from reputable and qualified manufacturers to ensure product quality and safety.