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EN 15763 Quantification of Lysine, Methionine and Threonine in Feed
Comprehensive Guide to EN 15763 Quantification of Lysine, Methionine and Threonine in Feed Testing Services by Eurolab
EN 15763 is a European standard that governs the quantification of lysine, methionine, and threonine in feed. This standard is developed by the CEN (European Committee for Standardization) and is part of the EN series of standards.
Legal and Regulatory Framework
The legal and regulatory framework surrounding this testing service is governed by various international and national standards. The European Unions Feed Hygiene Regulation 183/2005, also known as the Feed Law, requires that feed manufacturers ensure the safety and quality of their products. This regulation sets out specific requirements for the control of contaminants and other substances in feed.
International and National Standards
The following international and national standards apply to this specific laboratory test:
Standard Development Organizations
The CEN is the standard development organization responsible for developing and publishing this standard. The CEN works closely with other international organizations such as ISO to ensure consistency and compatibility between standards.
Evolution of Standards
Standards evolve over time to reflect advances in technology, changes in regulatory requirements, or emerging industry needs. New editions of standards may be published to address these changes.
Standard Numbers and Scope
The following standard numbers and scope apply to this specific laboratory test:
Applies to the determination of the contents of lysine, methionine, and threonine in animal feed.
Standard Compliance Requirements
Compliance with this standard is required for all manufacturers and suppliers of animal feed. This includes both national and international companies that export or import animal feed products.
To ensure compliance, manufacturers must:
The following table outlines some key aspects of this standard:
Aspect Description
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Scope Applies to the determination of the contents of lysine, methionine, and threonine in animal feed.
Methods Ion-exchange chromatography.
Equipment HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) system.
Calibration Instrument calibration is required at regular intervals (e.g., every 6 months).
To ensure compliance, manufacturers must also:
The EN 15763 standard is required for several reasons:
Business and Technical Reasons
Manufacturers must conduct this testing for several reasons:
Consequences of Not Performing This Test
If manufacturers do not perform this test, they risk:
Industries and Sectors
The following industries and sectors require this testing service:
Risk Factors and Safety Implications
Manufacturers must consider several risk factors when deciding whether to perform this test:
The following table outlines some key industries and sectors that require this testing service:
Industry/Sector Description
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Animal feed manufacturers Required for compliance with regulatory requirements.
Feed additives suppliers Must ensure the quality of their products by controlling levels of amino acids.
Aquaculture industry Must control levels of lysine, methionine, and threonine to maintain product safety.
The following table outlines some key industries and sectors that require this testing service:
Industry/Sector Description
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Poultry industry Must control levels of lysine, methionine, and threonine to maintain product safety.
Swine industry Must ensure the quality of their products by controlling levels of amino acids.
To perform this testing service, manufacturers must:
The following table outlines some key aspects of this standard:
Aspect Description
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Methods Ion-exchange chromatography.
Equipment HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography) system.
Calibration Instrument calibration is required at regular intervals (e.g., every 6 months).
To ensure compliance, manufacturers must also:
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