Carvacrol supplementation in poultry health and performance

Carvacrol is one of the feed drug additives approved by the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture. It is a pure natural, high-activity traditional Chinese medicine additive that is safe, efficient, green, and has no incompatibility issues.

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【Chinese Synonyms】 5-Isopropyl-2-methylphenol; 2-Methyl-5-isopropylphenol

【English Name】 Carvacrol (5-Isopropyl-2-methylphenol; Isothymol)

【CAS NO. 】 499-75-2

【Molecular Formula】 C₁₀H₁₄O

【Appearance】 Colorless to light yellow viscous oily liquid; Assay: ≥95%

【Efficacy and Characteristics】
1.Broad-spectrum antibacterial: It has bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects, clearing heat, resolving dampness, dispelling summer heat, relieving exterior syndromes, and regulating Qi. It is most effective in preventing and treating bacterial diseases of the digestive tract in livestock and poultry, such as Escherichia coli, Salmonella, and Clostridium perfringens, effectively reducing diarrhea and necrotic enteritis.

2.Intestinal protection: Promotes the repair of the intestinal mucosa, stimulates mucus secretion, and improves the balance of intestinal flora.

3.Growth promotion: Increases animal feed intake, improves feed conversion rate (FCR) and average daily gain (ADG), and can partially replace growth-promoting antibiotics.

4.Antioxidant + Anti-inflammatory: Enhances the body's antioxidant capacity, alleviates stress, and boosts immunity.

5.Improved quality: Enhances the flavor and water-holding capacity of meat/eggs and extends the shelf life.

Ruminant optimization: Regulates rumen fermentation, inhibits methane production, and improves nutrient utilization.

【Usage and Dosage】
The preventive dosage of oregano oil (grams per ton of complete feed) is shown in the table below. It can be added throughout the entire feeding period.

Note: Safe for use in breeding pigs, pregnant sows, and breeding chickens. Add the preventive dose throughout the entire feeding period. For therapeutic use, double the dose and administer continuously for 7 days.

【Precautions】
After opening, the product should be used as soon as possible. If not all used at once, the remaining product should be sealed and stored under the conditions described below.

【Packaging】
25kg/drum; 200kg/drum.

【Storage】
Keep in a cool, dry place, protected from light. Keep container tightly sealed.

【Shelf Life】
One year.


Post time: Apr-24-2026