IS 5470:2002
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ANIMAL FEED GRADE.
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Dicalcium Phosphate (DCP), Animal Feed Grade, is a mineral supplement used in livestock and poultry feed. It provides essential calcium and phosphorus required for bone development, growth, milk production, and eggshell formation. It improves feed efficiency and supports overall animal health and nutritional balance.
Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ANIMAL FEED GRADE.
BIS certification is mandatory to ensure Dicalcium Phosphate used in animal feed meets prescribed purity, chemical composition, and safety standards. It prevents contamination with harmful substances such as heavy metals and toxins. Certification ensures product quality, livestock safety, regulatory compliance, and protection of the food chain.
What is BIS Certified for DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ANIMAL FEED GRADE.
The BIS certified specification defines requirements for animal feed grade Dicalcium Phosphate, including limits for calcium and phosphorus content, moisture level, fluoride content, heavy metals, and insoluble matter. It also specifies sampling procedures, testing methods, packaging, and marking requirements to ensure safe and consistent feed quality.
Test required for DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ANIMAL FEED GRADE.
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Description | Required |
| Fineness | Required |
| Freedom from adulterant &spores of Bacillus anthracic ,Clostridium sp | Optional |
| Moisture, percent by mass | Required |
| Calcium, percent by mass* | Required |
| Phosphorus percent by mass** | Required |
| Fluorine, percent by mass | Required |
| Acid Insoluble ash | Required |
| Lead | Required |
| Arsenic | Required |
| Total Ash | Required |
| Presence of Proteinous/organic impurities | Required |
Benefits of BIS Certification for DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, ANIMAL FEED GRADE.
1. Assured Nutritional Quality
BIS certification ensures correct calcium and phosphorus levels, supporting proper bone growth, reproduction, and productivity in livestock and poultry.
2. Protection Against Contamination
Certified DCP is tested for heavy metals, fluoride, and harmful impurities, safeguarding animal health and preventing toxic accumulation in the food chain.
3. Regulatory Compliance
BIS approval enables manufacturers and suppliers to legally market animal feed supplements in India without facing penalties or product rejection.
4. Consistent Manufacturing Standards
BIS standards ensure uniform production, quality control, and proper labeling, reducing variability and maintaining feed consistency.
5. Market Trust and Acceptance
BIS-marked products gain higher acceptance among feed manufacturers, dairy farms, poultry producers, and government procurement agencies, strengthening brand credibilit